Justin Baldoni's Lawyers Say Blake Lively's Businesses Failed Because She's Unlikable
TMZ • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Justin Baldoni's lawyers argue he and other defendants in Blake Lively's lawsuit are not responsible for the failure of her businesses, claiming Lively has a poor track record and that her brands failed due to her unpopularity.
- Baldoni's team cited Lively's past behavior, including mocking Kate Middleton, as damaging to her public image and contributing to her business struggles.
- The defense disputes Lively's claim of $132 million in lost earnings, stating she works sporadically and would need to work continuously to reach that figure.
- Lively's lawyers suggest she could have produced a sequel to "It Ends With Us," but Baldoni's team counters with a Sony executive's harsh criticism of Lively, implying the studio would not collaborate with her.
- The trial is set to begin soon, with both sides maintaining strong accusations and tensions escalating in court.
