Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively’s ongoing legal drama has taken an unexpected turn, with the actor facing a significant setback in his $400 million defamation lawsuit.
According to recent reports, the Jane the Virgin star missed the court deadline to file an amended version of his lawsuit against the Gossip Girl alum after the ruling in June. As a result, the defamation case has been officially dismissed — a major blow to Baldoni’s legal strategy.
The dismissal, however, doesn’t mark the end of the court battles between the two stars. Blake Lively’s separate lawsuit accusing Baldoni of harassment, orchestrating a smear campaign, and fostering a hostile work environment is still ongoing.
Social media has been buzzing with reactions following the latest update. Many users took to X (formerly Twitter) to voice their opinions, with some slamming Baldoni for allegedly trying to manipulate public sympathy.
“I need everyone to be loud because you all swore he was the biggest victim in Hollywood,” one fan wrote. Another added, “It’s funny how this isn’t everywhere — if the reverse were true, every outlet would be covering it.”
Some users even quoted Taylor Swift’s Cassandra lyrics, writing, “When the truth comes out, it’s quiet,” while others expressed frustration at the double standards in media coverage.
Despite the backlash, a few users defended Baldoni, pointing out that the dismissal of the defamation lawsuit doesn’t affect the outcome of the ongoing harassment case. “The real issue is Blake’s harassment lawsuit — that’s what matters most,” one post read.
While Baldoni won’t face financial penalties from the dismissed claim, the setback may tarnish his public image as the legal battle continues to unfold. Meanwhile, fans await further developments in Blake Lively’s main lawsuit, which could define the future of both stars’ reputations in Hollywood.
