Judge Dismisses Blake Lively’s Sexual Harassment Claims
Vulture • • general
Key Points:
- Judge Lewis J. Liman dismissed 10 of 13 sexual harassment claims filed by Blake Lively against Justin Baldoni, ruling that many allegations did not meet key legal standards, though some retaliation claims remain.
- The judge noted limits on the accused’s responses, stating that actions potentially viewed as retaliation for harassment accusations could be considered by a jury.
- Baldoni’s defamation lawsuit against Lively was previously dismissed in 2025, narrowing the legal disputes between the parties.
- Baldoni’s attorneys expressed gratitude for the court’s review and emphasized their intent to defend against the remaining claims, while Lively’s team highlighted the focus on retaliation and reputational harm.
- The trial is set to begin on May 18, with the case now centered on the retaliation allegations related to Lively’s safety concerns on set.
