After Justin Baldoni Made Some Big Claims About Ryan Reynolds, Their Agency And The It Ends With Us Premiere, Blake Lively’s Lawyers And WME Speak Out

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As a lifelong cinephile who’s witnessed more than a few Hollywood dramas unfold on and off-screen, I must say that the ongoing saga surrounding Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni, and their Netflix film “It Ends With Us” has certainly been a rollercoaster ride. The latest twists and turns have made for quite an entertaining spectacle, but it’s important to remember that this is still very much a real-life story involving real people, not just characters in a movie.

Lively’s lawyers responding to Baldoni’s lawsuit seems to indicate that they are confident in their case against Wayfarer Studios and aren’t too concerned about the new allegations. Meanwhile, WME has refuted claims made by Baldoni regarding Ryan Reynolds. It’s fascinating to observe how these events continue to ripple outward, involving more parties and raising questions about professional relationships within Hollywood.

The situation reminds me of a classic soap opera, where one drama seems to lead to another without any resolution in sight. The legal battles, the public statements, and the allegations against some of Tinseltown’s biggest names—it’s all very juicy, but at its core, it’s a reminder that even in the glamour and glitz of Hollywood, people are still people, with their own struggles, ambitions, and sometimes, messy business.

And on a lighter note, I can’t help but wonder if this whole debacle will inspire a new reality show—perhaps something like “Hollywood Courtroom Showdown” or “Celebrity Lawsuits: The Unscripted Series”? Now that would be must-see TV!

The adaptation of the book to movie titled “It Ends With Us” has stirred up quite a bit of debate since its debut. Initially, Blake Lively’s conduct during press interviews caused a buzz online, but now she and her co-star/director Justin Baldoni are embroiled in a legal dispute. Following Baldoni’s allegations about her husband Ryan Reynolds, their management agency, and the premiere of “It Ends With Us”, Lively’s lawyers and WME have issued statements in response.

People are keenly interested in the partnership between Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds, so when the Deadpool actor became embroiled in the drama surrounding It Ends With Us, many were intrigued. Lively’s lawsuit against Wayfarer Studios contained accusations about the film’s director, leading to a lawsuit by Steven Baldoni against The New York Times over their coverage of their disagreement. Baldoni asserted that Reynolds influenced talent agency WME to terminate his representation (which indeed happened following the release of the NY Times story), and that Lively and Reynolds attempted to prevent him from attending the It Ends With Us premiere. The allegations against Reynolds have sparked reactions from various parties, so let’s delve into the details.

What Blake Lively’s lawyers have said about Baldoni’s lawsuit.

Justin Baldoni’s lawsuit brings forth several claims, one of which involves Ryan Reynolds in the reported conflict with Blake Lively. He alleges that Reynolds, aged 48 and both an actor and producer, attempted to prevent Baldoni from attending the premiere of “The End of the F***ing World” (available on Netflix), and furthermore had a dispute with the director over body shaming issues. Additionally, he claims Reynolds influenced WME to terminate their association with him. In response to Baldoni’s lawsuit, Lively’s legal team has issued a statement through Us Magazine:

In essence, this ongoing lawsuit doesn’t affect the arguments presented in Ms. Lively’s California Civil Rights Department Complaint or her federal complaint filed today. The premise that Ms. Lively’s administrative complaint against Wayfarer and others was a deceitful tactic to avoid suing Baldoni and Wayfarer, and that litigation wasn’t her ultimate aim, is incorrect, as evidenced by the federal complaint filed by Ms. Lively today. We won’t discuss this matter in the media, but we encourage everyone to read Ms. Lively’s complaint thoroughly. We are eager to refute each claim made by Wayfarer in court.

Here it is. It appears that Lively’s legal team seems rather unperturbed by these new accusations, as they believe their case against Wayfarer (which indirectly involves Baldoni) is strong enough to stand on its own. Moreover, they don’t seem to be planning extensive media interactions, but instead, they invite fans to thoroughly read her entire lawsuit before forming an opinion about Baldoni’s recent allegations.

WME responds to claims about Ryan Reynolds.

As a passionate film enthusiast, I’ve been closely following the evolving legal drama surrounding “It Ends With Us.” Lately, Baldoni’s former publicist has joined the fray with her own lawsuit, and the emergence of allegations against Ryan Reynolds adds an intriguing twist to this complex story. The buzz has grown so loud that WME felt compelled to weigh in, releasing a statement via The Wrap. Their response questions several aspects of Baldoni’s narrative as presented in his lawsuit against the NY Times. Specifically addressing the Reynolds aspect, their statement reads:

As a movie enthusiast, I feel compelled to clarify a misunderstanding regarding an incident in Baldoni’s career. Contrary to some rumors, there was no encounter with Reynolds at the ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ premiere where he allegedly pressured my agent. In fact, on that very night, my representative was nowhere to be found. Furthermore, neither Reynolds nor Lively ever attempted to influence my career by asking me to be dropped as a client at any point in time.

Here it is. The agency didn’t beat around the bush, and they appear to be disgruntled about being involved in Baldoni’s lawsuit. In addition, they are denying that Reynolds pressured them to dismiss the actor/director at the Deadpool & Wolverine premiere. We’ll have to wait and see what happens if or when this conflict ends up in court.

As a devoted fan, I can’t help but feel the tension surrounding the recent events. Many in the fandom and industry alike are expressing their opinions, and celebrities have even stepped up to voice their support for Lively. However, it’s essential to remember that the court of public opinion differs greatly from the legal system. The outcome remains uncertain, but it seems that the possibility of an “It Ends With Us” sequel may now be on hold.

Right now, you can stream the movie “It Ends With Us” on Netflix. To help you schedule your cinema visits for this year, here are the expected release dates for the movie in 2021.

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2025-01-02 18:08