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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Justin Baldoni's Former "Man Enough" Podcast Co-Host, Liz Plank, Reacted To His Lawsuit Being Dismissed
Justin Baldoni's Man Enough podcast co-host Liz Plank reacted to his lawsuit against Blake Lively being dismissed. The podcast, which "explores what it means to be a man today," began in 2021, with its most recent episode posted in October of last year. The name echoes Justin's book and viral 2017 TED Talk, "Why I'm done trying to be 'man enough.'" Related: 21 Incredible Photos Of Hollywood Legends Back In The Day That I Guarantee You've Never, Ever Seen Before When Blake Lively's allegations of sexual harassment and retaliation against Justin became public that December, Liz issued a statement stepping away from the podcast, adding, "Thank you for being here, for trusting me, and for being by my side for the last four years. We all deserve better, and I know that together, we can create it. I will have more to share soon as I continue to process everything that has happened. In the meantime, I will continue to support everyone who calls out injustice and holds the people standing in their way accountable." Yesterday, a judge dismissed Justin's countersuit against Blake, which notably included claims of defamation. Shortly beforehand, Liz had asked people on Instagram to "send us your boy problems" for an upcoming episode of her new podcast, Boy Problems. In response to the lawsuit being dismissed, Justin's lawyer said, "Ms. Lively's own claims are no truer today than they were yesterday, and with the facts on our side, we march forward with the same confidence that we had when Ms. Lively and her cohorts initiated this battle." Related: 21 Times Celebrities Revealed Wildly Juicy, Shady, Or Even Disturbing Things In Interviews Liz then "liked" a comment that read, "I just saw the funniest boy problem get dismissed by a federal judge in New York lol." And added a "lmfaooo," just in case her thoughts weren't clear: Cue all the unhinged Baldoni stan comments: I'm sure none of those comments will end up here! Also in Celebrity: Chrissy Teigen Posted The Results Of Her Hairline Lowering Surgery, And Ouch Also in Celebrity: 18 Celebrities Who Called Out Other Celebs On Social Media For Bad, Problematic, Or Just Plain Mean Behavior Also in Celebrity: Here Are 16 Actors Who Saved Their Skin By Turning Down Roles In Movies That People Notoriously Hated
Buzz Feed
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Justin Baldoni's Podcast Host Reacts To Blake Lively Suit
Justin Baldoni's Man Enough podcast co-host Liz Plank reacted to his lawsuit against Blake Lively being dismissed. The podcast, which "explores what it means to be a man today," began in 2021, with its most recent episode posted in October of last year. The name echoes Justin's book and viral 2017 TED Talk, "Why I'm done trying to be 'man enough.'" When Blake Lively's allegations of sexual harassment and retaliation against Justin became public that December, Liz issued a statement stepping away from the podcast, adding, "Thank you for being here, for trusting me, and for being by my side for the last four years. We all deserve better, and I know that together, we can create it. I will have more to share soon as I continue to process everything that has happened. In the meantime, I will continue to support everyone who calls out injustice and holds the people standing in their way accountable." Yesterday, a judge dismissed Justin's countersuit against Blake, which notably included claims of defamation. Shortly beforehand, Liz had asked people on Instagram to "send us your boy problems" for an upcoming episode of her new podcast, Boy Problems. In response to the lawsuit being dismissed, Justin's lawyer said, "Ms. Lively's own claims are no truer today than they were yesterday, and with the facts on our side, we march forward with the same confidence that we had when Ms. Lively and her cohorts initiated this battle." Liz then "liked" a comment that read, "I just saw the funniest boy problem get dismissed by a federal judge in New York lol." And added a "lmfaooo," just in case her thoughts weren't clear: Cue all the unhinged Baldoni stan comments: I'm sure none of those comments will end up here!
Fox News
29-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Blake Lively's brother-in-law apologizes if he's said anything 'unkind' as her Justin Baldoni drama escalates
Blake Lively's brother-in-law this week "sincerely apologized" if he has said something that's "unkind" as the "It Ends With Us" actress continues her legal back and forth with former co-star Justin Baldoni. "Anytime I've said anything unkind about someone I've regretted it," Bart Johnson, a "Landman" actor, who is married to Robyn Lively, Blake's older half-sister, wrote on X on Tuesday. "Fortunately that's almost never and definitely not when I'm at my best." He continued, "Regardless if it's true or not, if it's my opinion, even if I'm trying to speak truth or stand up for someone, it's never good. Even in times where it might 'feel' justified and doing the right thing, it makes no difference. There's a better way." Johnson added that making cheap remarks is "below the standard I have for myself and I regret it. I do sincerely apologize to anyone I've hurt or let down by saying something that sounds mean. I'll do better." He said that any of his followers would be "hard pressed" to find more than one time when he's criticized someone on social media. "You can easily find a million times I've uplifted, support, encourage and uplifted my family, friends, followers & strangers," he wrote. "That's what I'm committed to and where I find my happiness. We all have flaws and I'm definitely a work in progress and doing my best to grow and be better. Sending ALL my love to ALL of you." "I do sincerely apologize to anyone I've hurt or let down by saying something that sounds mean. I'll do better." Johnson didn't give any specifics in the lengthy post, but it comes a month after he appeared to call Baldoni a "fraud" in a since-deleted post, according to USA Today. "He's a fraud. He puts on the 'costume' of a hero, man bun and all. Used all of the trendy catchphrases & buzz words for his podcasts. None of it's genuine," Johnson reportedly wrote on X in late December. "It's all theater. And everyone fell for it. For years." Baldoni hosts the "Man Enough" podcast, which "explores what it means to be a man today and how rigid gender roles have affected all people," according to the website. "The show creates a safe environment for a range of perspectives to meet and stay at the table, exploring how the messages of masculinity show up in relationships, body image, privilege, fatherhood, sex, success, mental health and so much more. Instead of polarizing and demonizing men and masculinity, it invites all humans to participate and thrive in the world." Lively filed a sexual harassment suit in December against Baldoni, his Wayfarer studio and former PR reps that also alleged he had orchestrated a smear campaign against her. The same day Lively filed her suit, Baldoni filed a $250 million suit against the New York Times for a December article about the alleged smear campaign. Weeks later, Baldoni then named Lively and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, in a separate $400 million defamation lawsuit in which he accused the Hollywood power couple of attempting to hijack "It Ends With Us" and attempt to smear him with their own narrative. Both Lively and Reynolds were producers on "It Ends With Us."
Express Tribune
29-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Blake Lively lawsuit not first against Justin Baldoni as workplace discrimination case resurfaces
As Blake Lively's legal battle with Justin Baldoni unfolds, a previously dismissed 2021 lawsuit involving similar allegations has resurfaced. According to court documents unearthed by LiveJournal's gossip community Oh No They Didn't!, Lively is not the first person to file a lawsuit against Baldoni. In 2021, Baldoni, his production company Wayfarer Studios, and investor Steve Sarowitz were sued by a former employee over allegations of wrongful termination, breach of contract, and workplace discrimination. The lawsuit detailed claims of racial bias and workplace retaliation, with the plaintiff alleging a pattern of discriminatory behavior at Wayfarer Studios. The legal dispute, though ultimately dismissed, accused Baldoni and his associates of fostering an environment of exclusion and racial prejudice. The lawsuit's documents outlined several incidents, including remarks allegedly made by Wayfarer Studios CFO Brian Singer about the plaintiff's racial background. The plaintiff also claimed they were labeled an 'angry Black man' for raising concerns about racial inequalities in the workplace. Additionally, Wayfarer Studios manager Sarah Politis allegedly flagged a social media post by the plaintiff on racism, insinuating it was a direct criticism of Singer. The lawsuit further alleged that the plaintiff was excluded from key meetings, demoted, given less severance than colleagues, and ultimately fired under false performance-related claims. The plaintiff contended that the termination was an act of retaliation for speaking out about racial bias. Although Baldoni's 2021 lawsuit was dismissed, its resurgence amid Lively's legal claims has further complicated the controversy. The fallout continues, with Baldoni's Man Enough podcast now losing one of its key voices—co-host Liz Plank, who announced her resignation shortly after Lively filed her lawsuit.
