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Let’s face it: Hollywood thrives on its fair share of juicy headlines. The thing is, this time it’s not about which A-lister’s lip gloss is popping or who’s got the most Instagram followers—it’s a tale of s*xual harassment accusations, public denials, and celebrity alliances.
When Justin Baldoni, known for his role inJane the Virgin, made headlines by announcing the adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novelIt Ends with Us, fans of the book were over the moon. The story, which focuses on Lily Bloom—a young woman caught in an emotionally abusive relationship—was already a viral sensation, especially thanks to its massive following.
Then came the casting of Blake Lively, a name synonymous with beauty, grace, and her iconic role inGossip Girl. But things took an unexpected turn. In December 2024, the lawsuit filed by her against her co-star and the film’s director, Justin Baldoni, caught everyone off guard. According to the actress, the latter’s alleged actions on set weren’t just unprofessional—they were deeply inappropriate.
Kindly note that several Hollywood heavyweights threw their support behind Lively, speaking out in her defense. But was Baldoni left standing alone in this storm?
Gwyneth Paltrow, Amy Schumer, & more celebrities support Blake Lively amid Justin Baldoni lawsuit?
When the lawsuit made waves, the public response was as swift as it was intense. One of the first to show public support forBlake Livelywas none other than Colleen Hoover. The author was quick to voice her admiration for Lively. The former posted on Instagram Story (viaUS Weekly):
Blake Lively, you have been nothing but honest, kind, supportive, and patient since the day we met. Thank you for being exactly the human that you are. Never change. Never wilt.
And it wasn’t just Hoover—Lively’sSisterhood of the Traveling Pantsco-stars, America Ferrera, Amber Tamblyn, and Alexis Bledel, also threw their weight behind her, calling the situation an attack on her reputation and a failure to create a safe working environment (viaInstagram):
As Blake’s friends and sisters for over twenty years, we stand with her in solidarity as she fights back against the reported campaign waged to destroy her reputation.
Even Gwyneth Paltrow subtly showed her support for Lively, sharing a post onInstagramthat praised Lively’s haircare brand. Meanwhile, comedian Amy Schumer didn’t hesitate to show her solidarity, taking to Instagram Stories (viaUS Weekly) to simply write,
I believe Blake.
Perhaps one of the most notable voices to enter the fray was Amber Heard, who had dealt with a media firestorm following her legal feud with Johnny Depp. She spoke out in defense of Lively, remarking that social media often spreads lies faster than the truth can catch up.
“Social media is the absolute personification of the classic saying ‘A lie travels halfway around the world before truth can get its boots on.’ I saw this firsthand and up close,”she said (viaNBC News).
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In the meantime, more voices from within Hollywood chimed in. Robyn Lively, Lively’s sister-in-law, joined the chorus. Actor Brandon Sklenar, who played Atlas inIt Ends with Us, also voiced his backing for Lively, asking his followers to read the full details of the lawsuit and support the actress.
Justin Baldoni faces rare support from Candace Owens and Megyn Kelly amid controversy
While a slew of stars rallied behind Blake Lively,Justin Baldoniseemed to find himself without the same kind of high-profile support. In fact, the few voices that stood by him came from some unlikely places.
Candace Owenshas been vocal about her support for Baldoni. She painted a picture ofRyan Reynolds, Lively’s husband, as a behind-the-scenes mastermindallegedly pulling stringsto derail Baldoni’s career. According to Owens, Reynolds went so far as to allegedly attempt to have Baldoni dropped from his talent agency, William Morris Endeavor (WME). She didn’t stop there, claiming the entire situation was part of a “psychotic plan”to sabotage Baldoni’s professional and personal life.
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Megyn Kelly, the American journalist, took to her SiriusXM show tobreak down footage of the controversial slow dancescene between Baldoni and Lively. The former pointed out how there was no hint of harassment or discomfort, instead seeing the two stars sharing playful chemistry, like lovers caught in the moment. Kelly, thus, backed Baldoni, tossing Lively’s allegations aside.
Where were the other A-list celebrities showing Baldoni’s side of the story? Unlike Lively, who enjoyed overwhelming support from her peers, Baldoni found himself largely isolated in the court of public opinion.
Only time will tell who will come out on top. But for now, one thing is crystal clear—It Ends with Usmay be a film about the complexities of love and betrayal, but the real-life drama of its stars is proving to be even more tangled than the pages of Colleen Hoover’s bestseller.
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