Justin Baldoni Dropped by WME Amid Blake Lively’s Harassment Lawsuit
What Led to the Split with WME?
According to reports, the William Morris Endeavor (WME) talent agency parted ways with Justin Baldoni after Blake Lively filed a sexual harassment lawsuit against him. The agency still represents Lively.
Details of the Sexual Harassment Allegations
Blake Lively, 37, filed a lawsuit claiming Baldoni's behavior during the filming of It Ends With Us caused her “severe emotional distress.”
- Baldoni directed the movie and played antagonist Ryle Kincaid.
- Lively was an executive producer and starred as the protagonist, Lily Bloom.
Related: Blake Lively vs Justin Baldoni Harassment Claims
On-Set Hostile Environment Allegations
Lively alleged Baldoni created a hostile work environment.
A January 2024 meeting included:
- Blake Lively
- Justin Baldoni
- Lively’s husband, Ryan Reynolds
Lively reportedly demanded changes, such as: - No more showing inappropriate images or videos to her.
- No discussions about sexual topics or past addiction.
- Respect for personal boundaries, including no mention of her weight or deceased father.
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Justin Baldoni Denies All Claims
Baldoni’s lawyer called the allegations “categorically false” and labeled the lawsuit a “desperate attempt” by Lively to fix her own reputation.
Crisis Management Steps Taken by Baldoni’s Studio
Wayfarer Studios, owned by Baldoni, hired a crisis manager before promoting the movie.
- Lively allegedly threatened not to appear on set or promote the movie unless her demands were met.
- Baldoni’s team accused Lively of spreading negative and false stories about him in the media.
Response from Baldoni’s Team
Baldoni’s legal team stated that their actions were only reactive and aimed at ensuring fair reporting. They denied proactive retaliation against Lively.
