Blake Lively’s recent actions have sparked outrage after she allegedly served legal documents to the team of Justin Baldoni while they were desperately trying to protect their homes from the raging wildfires in Los Angeles.
This has led to accusations that the actress has hit an “unforgivable low” during an already chaotic and tragic time.
The Bitter Legal Battle
The drama between Lively and Baldoni has been brewing for some time.
The two actors, who starred together in It Ends With Us, are now at odds after Lively accused Baldoni of sexual harassment and creating a toxic work environment while filming the popular Colleen Hoover adaptation.
This legal conflict escalated when Lively filed a bombshell lawsuit last month, which has now become one of the most talked-about stories in Hollywood.
Legal Documents Served Amid Crisis
On Wednesday, Lively resurfaced on social media to show support for those affected by the wildfires.
While sharing resources for those in need, she also urged her followers to help those struggling due to the devastating fires in the Pacific Palisades area.
However, sources close to Baldoni have since condemned her actions, alleging that his team was served legal documents while they were preparing to evacuate with a young child, amidst one of the worst tragedies Los Angeles has ever faced.
According to a source who spoke exclusively to DailyMail.com, Lively’s legal team served the documents with “zero new information” since the previous filing.
The source described the act as “desperate” and criticized it as a show of “ego and privilege,” especially considering the dire circumstances unfolding in LA.
The source further stated that the Baldoni team, who had already lost their homes and faced threats, was forced to endure this additional stress as they struggled to protect their lives and reputations.
Lively’s Response
Despite the backlash, Lively’s spokesperson maintained that the actress’s legal team had paused all attempts to serve the documents due to the ongoing emergency.
In a statement to DailyMail.com, they explained that the process had been underway since the end of the previous year and that it was a standard procedure in all lawsuits.
They confirmed, however, that service attempts were suspended until the situation in LA stabilized.
Lively’s Support Amid the Fires
While the legal dispute continues, Lively has also been vocal in showing her support for those affected by the catastrophic fires.
Over the past week, 180,000 people were forced to evacuate, and more than 10,000 homes were destroyed.
Lively shared vital resources with her followers, urging them to support organizations like Mutual Aid L.A. Network, which has been providing relief to the hardest-hit communities.
The Lawsuit and the Allegations
The lawsuit filed by Lively against Baldoni includes serious accusations of sexual harassment and misconduct during the filming of It Ends With Us.
Lively alleges that Baldoni made unwanted advances, including improvised kisses, talked frequently about his pornography addiction, and made inappropriate comments about her body.
She also claims he entered her trailer while she was undressed and breastfeeding her youngest child.
Baldoni has vehemently denied all allegations.
In his response, he accuses Lively of undermining him throughout the production and attempting to have him banned from the film’s premiere.
He also filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against the New York Times, which published a report suggesting he orchestrated a smear campaign against Lively.
The Impact on Lively’s Brand
In her lawsuit, Lively also claims that the backlash from these allegations has resulted in significant financial harm to her personal brands.
Her haircare line, Blake Brown, and her drinks range, Betty Buzz and Betty Booze, both reportedly suffered a sharp drop in sales.
Lively asserts that the damage to her businesses continues to this day due to the public fallout from the legal battle.
The Future of It Ends With Us and Baldoni’s Career
As for the movie It Ends With Us, which deals with themes of domestic violence, it has faced additional controversy due to Lively’s failure to address the sensitive topics in interviews.
Instead of acknowledging the film’s heavy themes, she urged audiences to “grab your friends, wear your florals, and head out to see it.”
This approach drew criticism from many who felt she was glossing over the importance of the film’s message.
Meanwhile, Baldoni has already faced consequences in his career.
After the allegations surfaced, he was dropped by his agency, William Morris Endeavor, which further fueled the fire in the ongoing saga.
What’s Next for Lively and Baldoni?
As both Lively and Baldoni continue their legal battles, it remains to be seen how this saga will unfold.
The situation is constantly evolving, and the impact of these legal actions, both personally and professionally, will likely play out for some time to come.
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