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Graziadaily
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Graziadaily
Justin Baldoni Is In Hot Water Again After New Lawsuit From His Insurance Company
The insurer covering Justin Baldoni's studio Wayfarer for work on It Ends With Us has sued him and the studio, stating that its policies don't cover the claims made by Blake Lively in her sexual harassment lawsuit. Harco National Insurance Company – the insurer in question – filed a lawsuit on Monday stating that the two policies that Wayfarer took out with them ran between 15 July 15 2023 and July 15, 2024, and a second running from 15 July 2024 to 15 July, 2025. Therefore, the lawsuit alleges that 'Lively and others complained of sexual harassment during pre-production and production of the Film,' which was as early as May 2023, outside the time parameters of the policy. The insurance company has advised that it 'will not provide coverage for claims or incidents which the applicant is aware of prior to the inception date of any coverage that is offered and accepted.' Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni in It Ends With Us. (Photo: IMAGO) The accusations listed in Lively's complaint against Baldoni include sexual harassment; retaliation; failure to investigate, prevent and/or remedy harassment; aiding and abetting harassment and retaliation; breach of contract; intentional infliction of emotional distress; negligence; false light invasion of privacy and interference with prospective economic advantage. Baldoni then filed a $400 million countersuit, which claimed that Lively and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, orchestrated a smear campaign against him. His countersuit was dismissed by a judge earlier this month. 'Despite the acknowledged pre-July 2023 complaints by Lively and others, Wayfarer's July 2023 Application for the 2023 Policy includes a letter from Wayfarer which warrants that no person or entity for whom the insurance is intended has any knowledge or information of any act, error, omission, fact or circumstance which may give rise to a claim which may fall within the Employment Practices Liability coverage if issued by Harco (the '2023 Warranty'),' the lawsuit states. 'Despite this notice, and despite the November 2023 Demand and additional allegations of sexual harassment presented by Lively during a January 2024 meeting, Wayfarer's 2024 Renewal Application advised Harco that there was no claim, notice of potential claim, or any situation that may give rise to a claim within the last 12 months,' it continues. 'There was no claim or notice or potential claim.' Essentially, Harco are alleging that they were not informed of Blake Lively's complaints, which were a precursor to the litigation that followed, during the filming of It Ends With Us. The ongoing legal issues come after latest developments in Lively's initial lawsuit saw her deposed by Baldoni's team ahead of trial. Lively was granted a protective order by the judge presiding over the case, after her team feared Baldoni's would make a public spectacle it and that content creators would be invited to the should-be private deposition - which took place on 17 July. The director's legal team was therefore asked to identify everyone who will attend her deposition, They were required to give two days notice as to who will be attending. Before this motion was granted, Baldoni's team suggested that the Gossip Girl actor was using her 'celebrity status' as well as trying to dictate and control the deposition, 'at a location of her choosing.' 'Lively is a plaintiff who has hurled serious allegations of misconduct against the Wayfarer Parties,' a letter from Baldoni's team reads. 'Like all defendants, the Wayfarer Parties are entitled to depose Lively to develop evidence crucial to their defense. They are also entitled to choose the location of the deposition, which they did.' His team also referred to Lively's requests as examples of 'foot stomping' referring to her lawyer's behaviour as a 'tantrum,' and that she has used her celebrity status to 'seize control' of It Ends With Us, which Baldoni and Lively both starred in. Statements were made by Baldoni's lawyer Bryan Freedman about holding Lively's deposition at New York City's Madison Square Garden. 'Hold the deposition at MSG, sell tickets or stream it, and donate every dollar to organisations helping victims of domestic abuse,' he told People in an interview. Freedman has also subpoenaed Taylor Swift as part of his legal strategy, who he has claimed was the target of an extortion effort by Lively. The date for Lively and Baldoni's trial is set for March 2026 and will be held in New York City. Lawyers for both actors have indicated that both plan to testify during the proceedings.
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Blake Lively drops YouTuber subpoenas while Justin Baldoni case escalates
In a surprise plot twist worthy of a Netflix thriller, Blake Lively has officially called off her subpoena storm against three YouTubers who found themselves tangled in her explosive legal drama with It Ends With Us director and co-star Justin Baldoni. Yep, the Gossip Girl star has hit pause on what many called a digital witch hunt. Blake Lively's YouTube subpoena saga just got a plot twist According to court documents revealed on 26 July, Lively's team informed the judge they would no longer pursue subpoenas against YouTube creators Kassidy O'Connell, McKenzie Folks, and Lauren Neidigh. The original subpoenas had demanded juicy details like bank account and credit card info, a legal move that sent shockwaves through the creator community. No further info needed, for now In a formal letter to the judge, Lively's legal squad stated that based on what these creators had already shared publicly and during legal exchanges, there was no need to push further. Translation? These three YouTubers are off the subpoena hook, at least for now. Her team stressed that the subpoenas were part of a standard evidence-gathering process. They were trying to trace whether Baldoni's camp orchestrated an 'untraceable' smear campaign using online platforms like YouTube and X (formerly Twitter). Creators clapped back, loud and clear Before the withdrawal, O'Connell and Neidigh had both fired back with fierce letters to the court, accusing Lively's legal team of harassment and intimidation. O'Connell claimed there was zero legal basis for the subpoena and said Lively was stretching discovery with no real evidence. Neidigh slammed it as burdensome and invasive. Even though these three creators are out of the crosshairs, Lively's team is still digging deep into other digital corners. They are determined to connect the dots between Baldoni's PR strategy and a potential smear campaign allegedly designed to silence her. Lively vs Baldoni: The showdown continues Lively's lawsuit alleges sexual harassment and retaliation by Baldoni during the making of It Ends With Us. Baldoni has denied all claims, reportedly hiring a crisis PR team to handle the fallout. While the subpoena drama cools down for some, the main event is heating up, Blake and Justin are set to face off in court on 9 March 2026. So, while this chapter closes, the battle is far from over. Grab popcorn, Gen Z, because this legal drama is far from its season finale.
News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Blake Lively Slams Justin Baldoni's Lawyers For Turning Legal Battle Into 'Public Spectacle'
Last Updated: Blake Lively is suing Justin Baldoni for sexual harassment and retaliation. She criticised his legal team for trying to make the case a public spectacle. Blake Lively has slammed Justin Baldoni's legal team for trying to turn their legal battle into a 'public spectacle". The former Gossip Girl star is suing her It Ends With Us co-star and director for sexual harassment and retaliation and she's now filed a motion requesting the judge agrees to a protective order which would see her sit for her deposition on 17 July at a redacted location, with everyone attending to be identified in advance. The movie came after a lawyer for Justin – whose counterclaims against Blake and her husband Ryan Reynolds for extortion and defamation were dismissed last month – previously said he wanted the deposition to be taken in public for people to see. Attorney Bryan Freedman told People magazine in May: 'Hold the deposition at MSG, sell tickets or stream it, and donate every dollar to organizations helping victims of domestic abuse." Following the court filing, Blake's representatives hit out at the 41-year-old actor's team. They told People magazine: 'Ms. Lively is looking forward to her deposition next week, and it should follow the same rules as every other witness in this case. Justin Baldoni's lawyer has tried to make this matter a public spectacle at every turn, even proposing to sell tickets to a televised deposition at Madison Square Garden. This is a serious matter of sexual harassment and retaliation and it deserves to be treated as such." The new filing revealed Blake, 37, asked the judge to block Justin and his team from selecting where the deposition takes place. Her lawyers wrote: '[Baldoni's team have] not denied that their intent is to manufacture a harassing publicity stunt by requiring Ms. Lively to parade through paparazzi, or by inviting unknown attendees to the deposition, including members of the media or social media influencers, or any other number of abusive tactics. Since virtually the inception of this litigation, Defendants have used even the prospect of Ms. Lively's deposition to generate press interest." 'The high-profile nature of this litigation, and the nature of Ms. Lively's retaliation claims, demonstrates a substantial risk of the deposition turning into a publicity event and potentially attracting interested individuals who could pose security risks." The Another Simple Favor star's lawyers insisted the filing was a 'reasonable request to prevent the risk of annoyance, harassment, and verbal or physical threats," and alleged Justin's team 'appear to seek another public relations moment, or to create conditions for intimidation or harassment." A trial is set to take place in March 2026. First Published: July 12, 2025, 21:49 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Justin Baldoni Marks 12 Years Of Love With Emily: ‘I'd Marry You Again And Again'
Last Updated: The anniversary post comes at a time when Justin Baldoni is involved in a legal dispute with actress Blake Lively. Justin Baldoni took a moment on Sunday to mark his 12th wedding anniversary with wife Emily Baldoni, even as he remains entangled in a serious legal dispute with actress Blake Lively. On Instagram, the 41-year-old actor and filmmaker shared a throwback photo from his wedding day along with a heartfelt message. 'I'd marry you again and again and again and again… Happy anniversary, my love. T W E L V E," he wrote in the caption. Emily also shared a recent photo of herself and Justin sharing a kiss, which was captured by their daughter, Maiya. 'Still madly in love with you," she wrote and also spelt out the number 12 in her post. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Emily Baldoni (@emilybaldoni) Justin and Emily are parents to two children: 10-year-old Maiya and 7-year-old Maxwell. Ongoing Legal Dispute With Blake Lively The anniversary post comes at a time when Baldoni is involved in a legal dispute with Lively. The two had worked together on It Ends With Us, but their working relationship turned tense during the shoot. In December, Lively filed a lawsuit in which she accused Baldoni of sexual harassment and launched a retaliatory campaign against her. Her complaint also mentioned losing out on major work opportunities, including the chance to host Saturday Night Live in September 2024 — a month after the film's release. 'The effects on Ms. Lively's professional life were immediate and substantial," the filing stated. It also claimed that due to the ongoing situation and public attention, Lively felt unable to attend public events without being forced to address the incident. Justin Baldoni's Countersuit And Recent Developments Baldoni responded with a $400 million countersuit naming both Lively and her husband, Ryan Reynolds. He accused the couple of defamation, though that part of his claim was dismissed by a judge in June. Other aspects of the suit, which include civil extortion and invasion of privacy, are still active. Lively also faced a legal setback when her request for a protective order was denied. Her team had attempted to keep private her text conversations with singer Taylor Swift, but the judge allowed Baldoni's lawyers to access and review the messages. Taylor Swift Named In The Case In Baldoni's filing, it was mentioned that Swift was present at a script-related meeting at Lively's New York home. According to Daily Mail, quoting sources, the singer had no prior knowledge of the meeting and was surprised to find it already in progress. The case continues with both sides denying all allegations. Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Elle
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Elle
Blake Lively on 'Gossip Girl' Hair, Bedazzling, and the Art of the Ponytail
Every item on this page was chosen by an ELLE editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. Blake Lively's hair is full of secrets, and she's ready to share them, live. She'll start with a confession about butter. 'With how much I love butter, I'm honestly surprised there isn't a butter scent in these products,' she says. With the launch of her hair care brand Blake Brown, Lively has already shared some hair secrets with the world, including the idea of replacing traditional conditioners (her line has none) with moisturizing hair masks. But today she has more hair lore to share, even if it's not a butter-scented hair mist (but who knows, maybe next time). She'll do it with a live hot rollers tutorial on her niece, Kate, for a group of beauty editors. To prepare, she hands Kate the rings that she is wearing on almost each finger for safekeeping. A set of 30 hot rollers is warmed up and waiting for her in the corner. She applies a generous amount (about two palmfuls) of Blake Brown mousse to Kate's wet hair, while blowing it dry with a pink Mason Pearson brush. Her niece's strawberry blonde hair impressively doubles in size. Over the course of the next hour, Lively wraps Kate's head in rollers with the assuredness of someone who has done this many times, teases and fluffs her hair up until it has the texture of cotton candy, and wraps the room in a visible, sweet-smelling haze of berry and vanilla scent, from their newest product, Blake Brown Classic Hairspray. I lose count of the number of sprays somewhere after 37. 'I was once on a shoot and the hairdresser used three full cans of hairspray in one day. Three!' she says, describing how the liberal application had given her an all-day long, Veronica Lake-esque hair style. Her experience in working with some of the greatest hair stylists in the world inspired her to create a hairspray that is buildable, flexible, and not sticky. In the final unveiling of the look, Kate has the bouncy, smooth curls of a Hollywood actress, courtesy of one herself. After the demo, talked to Lively one-on-one about putting to rest an internet rumor, her love for bedazzling, and why she thinks her Gossip Girl hairstyle became The Rachel of the 2000s. Someone asked me, 'Who is shaving in the background?' But no, it's someone painting their toenails. I didn't grow up knowing the smell of black currant, but in my late teens or early 20s, the candles that I was most drawn to were that scent. Votivo did beautiful ones, and they also had a red currant one that they were well known for. It's a smell that is nostalgic to me. Layering in vanilla and woodsiness modernizes the scent a bit. I always like when things have a bit of femininity and masculinity. This does that beautifully, and smells really great with the other formulas, too. My bad hair days are usually when I have done a lot to my hair. On a movie, you can be doing many different looks and time periods. It's not a normal thing to go through six distinct hair looks in one day. I'm lucky because I do have people who take good care of my hair, but I [still] notice the difference. It's rough when the job is over and it's summertime, and you're left with the aftermath. I've learned that when putting my hair through something intense, even if it's just a few days of press, I have to give back to it. If I am doing my own hair, then it's when I use hot rollers. It's so plumping and it quadruples [the size of] my hair. I work with such incredible hairdressers and sit in their chairs. Jennifer Yepez does this curl pattern with an iron that is so beautiful. She's like, I learned this from one of the greats. It's not a normal twist. It's long and spirally, so my hair becomes like a princess or a mermaid. To be compared to 'The Rachel' is the highest compliment. Our hairdresser [on Gossip Girl], Jennifer Johnson, is amazing. She's one of my best friends still, and so cool. We had so many looks, and we would do maybe 18 different ones in an episode, and we also did 20 to 27 episodes a year. As with 'The Rachel,' part of the reason for its popularity may be that there was a familiarity and ease from being in someone's home every week. You get to know a person, character, style, and look. It was also aspirational, because [in real life], people don't get dressed [like that] and do their hair every day. I surely don't do my hair every day. [Today I just] got in the shower and came here. For years and years, we did a curling iron. There was a period where I was trying to help my hair because it had been through a lot. I had dyed it red and then had to redye it to go back to blonde. We were like, Let's try to achieve as much as possible with this little impact. We did lots of braids and things like the bun that didn't require heat. It gave a nice, smooth wave. But I did not only have air-dried hair during Gossip Girl. We were shooting in New York City, in the heat. Sometimes that is the intent. You wear a ponytail to pull your face back. People will put braids right [around the temples], which anchor and pull your face back. I've never done those braids before. Usually, when I do a tight bun or ponytail, my face can go back a little. But sometimes you want a really great hair look that pulls your hair back, and then you see your face later and you're like, Oh my gosh, it totally changed the shape of my face. I went to the Golden Globes with my husband right after I gave birth to my daughter, [around] 2017. I remember seeing the pictures, and I was like, Oh, my face looks different because my hair was pulled so tight. But day-to-day, I usually wear ponytails to restore my hair. It's like my 'day off' look. I used the Pre-Shampoo this weekend and did a ponytail and a braid. Oh, thank you, I think it's a brand called Emi-Jay. I got some other ones on Etsy that were really cute, and they fell apart right away, which is very sad. Then I went to Hobby Lobby, and I saw all the details that were on the Etsy ones, and I was like, That's where they get them from! I used to bedazzle my phone in high school and my iPod. Then it got stolen. I was sad, but I didn't blame them either because I understood—it was so pretty. It was coral but iridescent. I like a sparkle. I know I'm supposed to grow out of that. There was a period where I thought, Okay, I'm a New Yorker. I'm meant to grow up and modernize. Then you get old enough to really think, No, I want to have the things that make me happy—which is pink glitter tape from Hobby Lobby all over my car, which is so tacky and terrible. It's just bedazzled dashboard tape. It's 99 cents. I can't tell if my kids love it or are embarrassed. This interview has been condensed and edited.
