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Comedian Whitney Cummings brutally roasts Justin Baldoni as he fights Blake Lively’s harassment lawsuit

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As a seasoned observer and critic of the entertainment industry, I must say that Whitney Cummings‘ latest TikTok roast of Justin Baldoni is both hilarious and spot-on. Having spent years navigating the complexities of Hollywood, I can attest to the fact that there are certain types who thrive in this world – and Baldoni seems to fit squarely into one of those categories.

His self-proclaimed feminist activism, coupled with his penchant for charity work, screams “I’m a good guy” to the untrained eye. But as someone who has seen my fair share of charlatans in this town, I can see right through it. It’s all about image and self-promotion, isn’t it?

And let’s not forget his “Slutwalk advocacy.” I mean, really? The guy is so out of touch with reality that he thinks inviting a ‘slut’ to his house for a ‘safe space’ would be a good idea. It’s like something straight out of a sitcom!

I guess the joke here is on us for ever taking Hollywood at face value. But hey, at least we can always count on Whitney Cummings to keep it real and serve up some much-needed laughs in the process. Keep roasting, Whitney – we’re all better off for it!

This week, comedian Whitney Cummings expressed her humorous perspective on the ongoing legal dispute between Justin Bieber and Blake Lively, using TikTok as her platform.

A week ago, Lively filed a lawsuit against Baldoni, claiming that he had sexually harassed her and created a harmful working atmosphere during the filming of ‘It Ends With Us’. In this production, he not only directed her but also acted alongside her. However, Baldoni has firmly dismissed these accusations.

According to Lively’s statement, she asserted that Baldoni conspired to harm her image, enlisting the help of his publicist Jennifer Abel and crisis management expert Melissa Nathan. Notably, Melissa Nathan had previously collaborated with Johnny Depp. However, Jennifer Abel has refuted any involvement in a ‘smear campaign.’

As someone who has spent years covering political scandals, I can attest that this case has been a whirlwind since its revelation last weekend. The sheer volume of commentary it has sparked is truly astounding. And now, Cummings’ entry into the fray only adds fuel to the fire. Having witnessed countless instances of political drama unfold over the course of my career, I can say that this situation is certainly one for the books.

She shared a TikTok video criticizing Baldoni, poking fun at his perceived “philanthropic persona” and accusing his public advocacy for women’s rights as a means to gain romantic attention.

42-year-old Cummings playfully speculated: “I have a feeling that when Justin Baldoni writes his apology in his Notes app, he might attribute it to internalized misogyny, being overly sensitive, and being in the state of ketosis.

She targeted his appearance by displaying photographs where he had longer, wavy, dark hair and a full beard.

In simpler terms, Cummings referred to him as “the Criss Angel of Burning Man,” meaning he was comparing him to a famous magician at the annual event. Furthermore, he mentioned that he would be contacting Justin’s agent on Monday and inquiring about how many times Justin has hinted at wanting to portray Jesus in a movie. He suggested that Justin might have made this request around 12 times.

In my commitment to gender equality, I’ve found myself at the receiving end of criticism, particularly for advocating for the normalization of breastfeeding.

The actress from Good Mourning expressed disapproval of men who attempt to gain favor by pretending to be feminists or allies. She finds it problematic when such behavior is used as a means to attract romantic partners. Instead, she prefers men who genuinely advocate for women’s rights.

She chuckled, nearly bursting with amusement: “Men who identify as feminists generally share similar goals, such as advocating for ‘freedom to bare the chest’ and promoting the acceptance of breastfeeding. In essence, they feel strongly that a woman’s breasts should not be subject to restrictions.

She mused out loud, “I wonder if he runs a charitable organization. He seems to exude a strong sense of philanthropy, particularly in areas like women’s rights. If I were unscrupulous, my initial action might be to establish a charity.

Cummings came across Baldoni’s online biography, which highlighted his contributions to ‘children’s cancer charities.’ In a humorous remark, he quipped, “The best way to attract someone? Show your support for children’s cancer causes.

She wondered aloud, “Can celebrities contribute and participate anonymously without having a publicist announce it?” She humorously added that the donations usually involve a clause stating, “If I donate to your charity, you must inform everyone so that when I attend Coachella this year, I’ll attract all the ladies with tattoos saying: ‘Breed.’

With a smile, she expressed: “Justin Baldoni is the type of individual who boldly declares, ‘I will stand up for these women unfairly labeled as such at the Slutwalk. If I witness any woman being judged, I will extend an invitation to my home, providing a secure environment where she can express herself freely.’

She playfully suggested that he was the type who might grumble over still feeling jet-lagged from a journey to England, which happened two months back.

Justin Baldoni is someone who often says, “You seem even more beautiful without makeup – except when you’re acting in the film I’m directing, then you should definitely apply heavy makeup.” This was her statement.

In the title, Cummings stated: ‘Justin Baldoni’s Roast – I didn’t plan it, but after searching him online, here we are. I’m confident I could have said everything I did about Blake Lively in interviews before that film was produced.’

Prior to the launch of “It Ends With Us”, Lively frequently sparked controversy on social media due to her perceived rude behavior during interviews, which users criticized heavily. However, she now claims that this trend was orchestrated through an ‘astroturfing’ campaign by Baldoni’s public relations team.

Ever since it became public knowledge about Lively’s lawsuit over the weekend, Baldoni’s professional journey has faced a significant setback, with him being let go from William Morris Endeavor, his talent agency.

Liz Plank, who was among the co-hosts on Baldoni’s Man Enough podcast, known for promoting ‘constructive masculinity’, has decided to step down from the program.

In a heartwarming show of support, Lively – known for being married to the charismatic Ryan Reynolds and maintaining a friendly bond with pop sensation Taylor Swift – has witnessed many of her past coworkers standing by her side.

In the supporting cast of “The It Ends With Us” movie, both Brandon Sklenar and Jenny Slate have publicly shown their backing for the main character, while also Colleen Hoover, the writer of the book the movie is adapted from, has expressed her support.

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2024-12-29 00:03

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