Legal Tensions: Justin Baldoni Fires Back Against Isabela Ferrer's Harassment Claims
The Drama Unfolds: Justin Baldoni Denies Harassment Allegations Amid Blake Lively's It Ends With Us Debacle
In a shocking turn of events, Justin Baldoni has responded to actress Isabela Ferrer's harassment allegations, throwing more fuel on the fire as the drama surrounding Blake Lively's movie It Ends With Us continues to unfold. The 41-year-old director-star has denied the claims made by Ferrer, 24, who filed a fiery legal rebuttal against him.
A History of Friendship Turned Sour
Ferrer had previously praised Baldoni in an interview, saying he "has a really great method of just being able to keep things positive" on set. She also gushed about their first phone call after she landed the role, stating that Baldoni was immediately available to help her with anything she needed. However, it appears that Ferrer's opinion of Baldoni has since soured.
The Allegations
Ferrer accused Baldoni and his team of harassment, claiming they repeatedly attempted to subpoena her for documents related to the movie. In response, Baldoni's team filed documents stating that they had tried to reach out to Ferrer's lawyers twice but were ignored. They also claimed that Ferrer was avoiding service by not being at home when process servers came to deliver the subpoenas.
A Desperate Attempt to Get What He Wants?
Baldoni's legal team has asked Judge J. Liman to grant their request to serve Ferrer via alternative means, citing that she had been avoiding them. However, Ferrer's lawyers have countered by saying that Baldoni is using "bad faith tactics" and trying to exert pressure on Ferrer.
Blake Lively's Involvement
It appears that Ferrer has also been targeted by Blake Lively, who has allegedly poisoned her against Baldoni. Lively, 37, had initially been enthusiastic about the movie, even going so far as to say that Ferrer was her "main priority." However, things took a turn for the worse when Lively and Ferrer began promoting the movie together.
A Pattern of Behavior?
Ferrer has also accused Baldoni of retaliating against her with a smear campaign. According to court documents obtained by The Scholarly Note, Ferrer's lawyers have issued over 100 subpoenas to content creators accusing them of being on Baldoni's payroll. This raises questions about whether Baldoni is using his influence and resources to silence Ferrer.
A $400M Lawsuit Dismissed
Last June, Judge Liman made the controversial decision to dismiss both of Baldoni's $400M and $250M libel lawsuits against Lively, Reynolds, publicist Leslie Sloane, and the New York Times. This move has sparked outrage among fans who believe that Baldoni is being unfairly targeted.
The Drama Continues
As the drama surrounding It Ends With Us continues to unfold, it's clear that things are getting heated. Will Ferrer be able to prove her allegations against Baldoni, or will he manage to come out on top? Only time will tell. Stay tuned for more updates as this saga continues to play out.
The Numbers
Despite the drama and dismal reviews, It Ends With Us still managed to amass $351M at the global box office from a $25M-budget. However, it's clear that the movie's success is not without controversy.
A Final Thought
As the drama surrounding It Ends With Us continues to unfold, one thing is clear: things are getting messy. With allegations of harassment, retaliation, and smear campaigns flying back and forth, it's hard to know what to believe. However, one thing is for sure - this saga will continue to captivate audiences for months to come.
In conclusion, the drama surrounding It Ends With Us continues to unfold with new twists and turns emerging every day. As the saga continues to play out, fans are left wondering: who's telling the truth? Stay tuned for more updates as this story continues to develop.
Sources:
- Court documents obtained by The Scholarly Note
- Interviews with Isabela Ferrer and Blake Lively
- Public records and news articles