In a surprising turn of events, Bart Johnson, the brother-in-law of actress Blake Lively, issued an apology to actor Justin Baldoni.
This comes after Johnson’s inflammatory social media posts criticized Baldoni in connection to Lively’s ongoing legal dispute with her “It Ends with Us” co-star.
The apology came just days after Johnson called Baldoni a ‘fraud’ and slammed his public persona.
The Apology and Its Context
On Tuesday, January 29, 2025, Johnson, who is married to Lively’s sister Robyn, posted an apology on X (formerly known as Twitter) regarding his earlier remarks.
His comments included calling Baldoni a “fraud” and accusing him of using “trendy catchphrases & buzz words” for his podcasts.
Johnson admitted that he regretted his harsh words and acknowledged that even if his opinions were valid, they were poorly expressed.
“I’ve regretted anything unkind I’ve said about someone,” Johnson tweeted.
“Even if I’m trying to speak the truth or stand up for someone, it’s never good when it comes out that way.”
He emphasized that, regardless of the justification he felt at the time, there was a better way to express himself.
Addressing the Previous Comments and Apology Clarification
In his tweet, Johnson said he felt “sincerely” sorry for anyone hurt by his comments.
He reassured his followers that this wasn’t typical behavior for him and promised to do better.
While responding to one follower who questioned whether his apology was a move to avoid legal action, Johnson responded humorously, suggesting that it wasn’t a crime to express opinions on podcasts, but he still regretted his tone.
“I’m not mad about the criticism,” he added. “People are free to say what they want.
I can take the beatings, and if I deserve it, that’s fine.
Moving on, 2025 is going to be great!” Johnson’s message came with an optimistic note, aiming to close the chapter on the controversy.
Johnson’s Support for Blake Lively Amid the Legal Feud
This apology follows months of vocal support from Johnson for his sister-in-law, Blake Lively, who has been embroiled in a legal dispute with Baldoni.
Lively has accused Baldoni of sexual harassment and other inappropriate behaviors on the set of “It Ends with Us.”
She claims Baldoni launched a public smear campaign against her after she filed the sexual harassment lawsuit, involving the crisis PR expert Melissa Nathan, who had previously worked with Johnny Depp.
Johnson has been outspoken about his belief that Lively was in the right and that her claims were valid.
He has criticized Baldoni’s PR tactics, suggesting they were manipulative and aimed at damaging Lively’s reputation.
Johnson shared his thoughts on social media, describing Lively as a hardworking “girl boss” managing a busy family life and career, while also facing a “very expensive PR smear campaign.”
Lively’s Support System and Growing Public Backlash
Robyn Lively, Bart’s wife, has also joined the conversation by supporting her sister Blake.
Robyn shared posts on her Instagram story showing screenshots from a New York Times article about the lawsuit, emphasizing her sister’s concerns about Baldoni’s actions from the start.
She made it clear that her loyalty was with Blake, showing support for the legal fight.
Lively’s allegations have also raised eyebrows in Hollywood, particularly as they tie into her difficult professional experience with Baldoni during the filming of “It Ends with Us.”
The film, already marred by tension, has become the center of a public debate regarding sexual harassment and professional misconduct on set.
Blake Lively’s Claims of Harassment
Blake Lively’s lawsuit claims that Baldoni made sexual comments, showed inappropriate videos to cast and crew, and discussed his past issues with porn addiction.
This behavior, according to Lively, contributed to a toxic working environment and prompted her to file the legal complaint.
As she continues her fight for justice, her family, including her sister Robyn and brother-in-law Bart, have become vocal advocates on her behalf.
In a public show of solidarity, Robyn shared that she believes Blake’s accusations are justified, citing the concerns Lively had raised long before the public fallout.
As the legal battle intensifies, it’s clear that the Lively family is rallying around Blake in her pursuit of justice.
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