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Blake Lively expresses ‘love and gratitude’ after $400m lawsuit dismissed

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  • A federal judge has dismissed director Justin Baldoni's US$400 million defamation lawsuit against actor Blake Lively, her husband Ryan Reynolds, their publicist, and The New York Times.
  • Baldoni alleged Lively and others tried to destroy his career with false sexual harassment claims, but the judge ruled Lively's accusations were legally protected.
  • The judge allowed Baldoni to amend and refile allegations regarding interference with contracts by 23 June.
  • In her Instagram Stories, Lively expressed her “love and gratitude” to her supporters and said she is committed to continuing to advocate for women’s rights.
  • The legal feud stems from the 2024 film It Ends With Us. Lively filed a suit in December 2024 alleging Baldoni sexually harassed her on the set of the film, while Baldoni filed his countersuit just days later.
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