Actress Blake Lively is breaking her silence following a major court ruling in her ongoing legal battle with her “It Ends With Us” co-star Justin Baldoni.
A New York federal judge dismissed several of Lively’s claims, including allegations of on-set misconduct, but allowed parts of the case—specifically those tied to alleged retaliation and reputational harm—to move forward to trial.
In a statement shared on Instagram, Lively said she was “grateful” that what she called the core of her case will be heard by a jury.
“I’m grateful for the Court’s ruling which allows the heart of my case to be presented to a jury next month… and the ability to finally tell my story in full at trial,” she wrote.
The ruling comes just weeks before the case is expected to go to trial. While much of the lawsuit was dismissed, the judge determined there is enough for a jury to consider regarding Lively’s claims of retaliation after raising concerns about workplace conditions.
“The last thing I wanted in my life was a lawsuit,” Lively added. “But I brought this case because of the pervasive retaliation I faced… for asking for a safe working environment.”
Baldoni’s legal team denied the allegations and welcomed the decision, emphasizing that the court dismissed all sexual harassment claims.
“These were very serious allegations, and we are grateful to the Court for its careful review,” his attorneys said, adding that the case is now “significantly narrowed.”
The case is expected to proceed to trial next month, where both sides will present arguments on the remaining claims.
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