Morning Wire It Ends With Us...In Court | 2.8.25
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Feb 8, 2025 
Maureen Callahan, an award-winning journalist and Daily Mail columnist, dives into the escalating feud between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni over serious allegations tied to their film, It Ends With Us. They discuss the implications of the lawsuits, leaked messages, and how PR strategies play a crucial role in celebrity controversies. The conversation also touches on the fragile image of celebrity couples and the evolving dynamics of the Me Too movement, exploring how these issues affect Hollywood's landscape.
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Lively vs. Baldoni
- Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni are locked in a public feud and legal battle over their film It Ends With Us.
- Lively accused Baldoni of sexual harassment, while Baldoni countersued, alleging defamation and claiming $400 million in damages.
Shifting Public Opinion
- Public opinion in the Lively-Baldoni case has shifted due to leaked information and persuasive narratives from both sides.
- Initially, support leaned towards Baldoni, then towards Lively after a New York Times article, and back to Baldoni after audio leaks.
Lively's Damaged Reputation
- Blake Lively's reputation is suffering from the ongoing feud with Justin Baldoni.
- The fallout is impacting her husband, Ryan Reynolds, and her friend Taylor Swift, who is distancing herself to avoid negative career repercussions.