Yesterday, Judge Lewis J. Liman dismissed Justin Baldoni’s $400M countersuit, meaning Blake Lively has cause for celebration. Though she hasn’t quite won back what was once and army of adoring fans, sources close to the actress are saying that she “cried with relief” upon hearing of the judge’s decision. Keep reading for more information.
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Blake Lively Celebrates Judge's Dismissal of Justin Baldoni Lawsuit
In December 2024, Lively sued Baldoni for sexual harassment and retaliation. In January 2025, Baldoni countersued, alleging defamation and extortion. However, as of June 9th, Baldoni's case has been dismissed. According to one source, speaking to People, "[Blake]'s obviously relieved. The both are," they said, referring to her husband, Ryan Reynolds. "Everyone is happy."
A separate source noted that Lively "cried with relief" after hearing the news, though according to legal experts, it's not over yet. Baldoni's lawyer, Bryan Freedman, released a statement on June 10 that said Lively's "predictable declaration of victory is false" and that he and his team plans to "march forward with the same confidence that we had when Ms. Lively and her cohorts initiated this battle and look forward to her forthcoming deposition."
Social Media Reactions
When People posted on Instagram about the case's dismissal, fans in the comment section defended Justin Baldoni, leaving notes like, "We stand with Justin!!" and "Baldoni is amending his complaint and the trial is still set. This is far from over."
"Blake lied," another person wrote. "Justice for Baldoni!"
"Hers better be dismissed too," one person said.
"Blake Lively, we still don't like you," another comment reads.
"It ain't over!!" a final user posted. "Freedman already said he's refiling. Blake Lively will get her karma in the end."
