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Amber Heard Backs Blake Lively In Lawsuit Against Justin Baldoni

Amber Heard’s stance on Blake Lively’s lawsuit against Justin Baldoni revealed.

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Amber Heard is once again in the spotlight—but this time, she’s showing support for fellow actress Blake Lively.

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Blake Lively’s lawsuit explained.

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Blake Lively has filed a lawsuit against her “It Ends With Us” co-star, Justin Baldoni, sparking a firestorm of controversy.

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Things took a dramatic turn when The New York Times uncovered messages allegedly exchanged between Baldoni and his PR group, The Agency Group PR.

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One message reportedly from a crisis management expert to Baldoni warned: “You know we can bury anyone,” raising red flags for many.

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However, a staff member at The Agency Group PR has vehemently denied the claims, saying no “negative press” or “social combat” strategies were used against Lively.

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In a statement posted online, the agency argued that while they were prepared for the worst, they never had to intervene because the internet was already turning against Lively.

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Lively’s lawsuit highlights her fears of a “retaliatory social manipulation campaign” orchestrated against her while filming “It Ends With Us.”

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As the lawsuit continues to unfold, Sony Pictures has made it clear where they stand, releasing a statement of support for Blake Lively.

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The film studio stated, “We strongly condemn any reputational attacks on her,” making it clear that they will not tolerate any smear campaigns against the actress.

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Even Colleen Hoover, the author of It Ends With Us, has voiced her unwavering support for Blake.

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Hoover posted a statement on Instagram, praising Lively’s strength to “refuse to sit down and ‘be buried’” in the midst of the scandal.

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The message from Blake’s friends celebrated her ability to persevere under immense pressure, showing that Lively’s inner strength hasn’t gone unnoticed.

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The legal battle between Blake and Justin has drawn even more attention to their already fraught relationship, both on and off screen.

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Amber’s vocal support for Blake brings a whole new layer to the story, echoing her own tumultuous experience in the public eye.

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Amber’s history with PR tactics detailed.

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Amber’s PR woes began with her split from Johnny Depp in 2016.

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The messy divorce drew widespread attention, with Amber alleging dom****c abuse and Depp countering with claims of defamation, igniting a media frenzy.

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Depp sued the British tabloid for calling him a “wife b**ter,” and Amber’s role as a witness in the trial thrust her personal life into public scrutiny.

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Amber became the target of an organized online smear campaign.

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Reports revealed a coordinated effort to discredit Heard on social media, with hashtags like #JusticeForJohnnyDepp trending globally.

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Depp’s crisis PR manager played a pivotal role in shaping public perception.

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Depp’s then-attorney and PR strategist, gave inflammatory statements to the press, portraying Amber as a liar and manipulator.

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In the 2022 U.S. defamation trial, Amber’s credibility was heavily scrutinized.

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Depp’s team presented damaging evidence, including Amber’s past statements, while PR experts dissected her every word and appearance.

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Amber’s image took another hit after the verdict.

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The jury ruled in Depp’s favor on most counts, and her PR team faced criticism for failing to effectively counter Depp’s media dominance.

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After stepping back from Hollywood, Amber Heard relocated to Spain, where she’s embraced a quieter life with her daughter, Oonagh

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Despite keeping a low profile, she continues to advocate for women’s rights and survivors of abuse, often using her platform to amplify their voices globally.

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Blake Lively connection to Amber Heard clarified.

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The situation took a twist when it was revealed that Justin Baldoni had hired the same PR crisis manager who worked with Amber’s ex-husband, Johnny Depp, during his infamous defamation trial.

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For those keeping track, the PR crisis manager played a key role in the 2022 defamation trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard.

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Amber Heard’s support for Blake Lively highlighted.

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In a statement to NBC News, Amber spoke out, labeling the whole situation as “horrifying” and “destructive.”

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Her comments reveal the emotional toll these high-profile legal battles can take, especially when the same crisis management tactics are involved.

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Amber’s support for Blake Lively underscores her deep understanding of how damaging a coordinated PR campaign can be, especially when aimed at controlling public opinion in a legal battle.

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