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Justin Baldoni Files His Own $250,000,000 Lawsuit

Justin Baldoni’s $250,000,000 lawsuit exposed.

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In a dramatic turn of events, actor and director Justin Baldoni has filed a $250 million lawsuit.

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Controversy surrounding “It Ends With Us” explained.

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The film “It Ends With Us” has been overshadowed by this controversy.

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The movie is an adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novel.

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Baldoni directed and starred alongside Lively in the film.

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The production faced challenges, including creative differences.

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These disputes have now escalated into legal battles.

Blake Lively’s lawsuit detailed.

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This legal action follows allegations made by his “It Ends With Us” co-star, Blake Lively.

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Blake Lively’s allegations have sent shockwaves through Hollywood.

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She filed her own lawsuit against Baldoni on December 20.

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Lively accused Baldoni of s****l harassment during the film’s production.

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Lively also accused him of causing her severe emotional distress.

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She also alleged he repeatedly entered her makeup trailer uninvited.

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This included times when she was breastfeeding.

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She claimed he orchestrated a smear campaign against her.

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These allegations were detailed in a December 21 article by The New York Times.

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The article was titled “‘We Can Bury Anyone’: Inside a Hollywood Smear Machine.”

Baldoni’s lawsuit unveiled.

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Baldoni’s lawsuit of The New York Times accuses the newspaper of libel and invasion of privacy.

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Baldoni has denied all allegations made against him.

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He alleges the article relied heavily on Lively’s unverified narrative.

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The suit claims the Times disregarded evidence contradicting Lively’s claims.

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It also alleges the newspaper omitted critical context.

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The lawsuit was filed in Los Angeles Superior Court on New Year’s Eve.

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Baldoni is one of ten plaintiffs in this case.

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The plaintiffs argue their communications were cherry-picked and misrepresented.

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They claim this was done to mislead readers.

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He claims Lively engaged in a manipulative smear campaign.

The New York Times’ response confirmed.

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The New York Times stands by its reporting.

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A spokesperson stated the article was meticulously and responsibly reported.

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They assert it was based on thousands of pages of original documents.

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These included text messages and emails quoted accurately.

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The newspaper plans to vigorously defend against the lawsuit.

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The outcome of these high-profile lawsuits could have far-reaching and significant implications for all parties involved.