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Blake Lively Wants Deposition Moved After Bizarre Request

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Blake Lively scored a significant courtroom victory over Justin Baldoni when his $400 million lawsuit against her was dismissed. However, the ongoing legal dispute between the stars of “It Ends with Us” is not yet resolved, as Lively is scheduled to testify soon. There’s been a debate about where this testimony will take place, as both parties have differing opinions on the location. Previously, Baldoni’s lawyer suggested that Lively should share her side during a live-streamed event, and she has now responded to this proposition.

Bryan Freedman, Justin Baldoni’s legal representative, proposed that Blake Lively deliver her deposition at Madison Square Garden during a viral event, rather than in the usual courtroom setting. Freedman explained that not only should the testimony be broadcast online, but also that tickets could be sold for the event, with the earnings going towards charities assisting victims of domestic abuse. However, Lively’s team subsequently filed a motion requesting the judge to issue a protective order, allowing her to testify at an undisclosed location instead. Their representatives later issued a statement regarding this matter, stating their position on the subject.

Ms. Lively eagerly anticipates her testimony in the upcoming week, and she expects this process to adhere to the same guidelines applied to all witnesses involved in this case. Justin Baldoni’s attorney has repeatedly attempted to transform this issue of sexual harassment and retaliation into a public spectacle, even suggesting the sale of tickets for a televised deposition at Madison Square Garden. However, it is crucial that this significant matter be handled with the gravity it deserves.

Furthermore, according to People, the star of “Another Simple Favor” is asking for individuals attending the deposition to be identified prior to the event. The A-list actress and her team consider this demand as a “reasonable request,” as they believe it will help prevent disruptions such as annoyance, harassment, or verbal/physical threats. They seem to imply that this step would keep the proceedings orderly and avoid any unnecessary spectacle.

This legal case, being high-profile, and the allegations of retaliation against Ms. Lively, suggest a significant chance that the deposition may transform into a media spectacle, possibly drawing unwanted attention from individuals who might present potential security threats.

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Blake Lively Is Involved In A New Lawsuit, But This One Doesn’t Have To Do With It Ends With Us

In late 2024, Blake Lively initially brought forth legal action against Justin Baldoni, his production company Wayfarer Studios, and others, accusing him of sexual harassment on the set of “It Ends with Us“. Moreover, she asserted that her co-star/director orchestrated a defamatory campaign against her with assistance from a PR team. Baldoni vehemently refuted these claims and subsequently filed a libel lawsuit against the New York Times for publishing them. After Lively later filed a lawsuit against Baldoni regarding these accusations, he counter-sued Lively, her husband (Ryan Reynolds), and others for extortion and defamation.

The aftermath of the Lively/Baldoni case has been connected to several significant occurrences. One of the most prominent is the shutdown of the Wayfarer Foundation, where Baldoni held a board position. On a more intimate note, it’s been suggested that the prolonged legal conflict may have impacted the friendship between Lively and Taylor Swift, who found herself entangled in the situation on multiple fronts. According to recent reports, this alleged strain between Swift and Lively is expected to persist.

Meanwhile, Blake Lively’s legal predicament will carry on, with her deposition scheduled for Thursday, July 17th. The venue for this meeting remains undecided, although sources suggest that Lively prefers it to be held at her attorney’s office. As of now, Justin Baldoni’s legal representatives have not publicly responded to the motion submitted by Lively’s team.

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2025-07-12 22:08

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