Everything That’s Happened Between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni Since “It Ends With Us” Came Out a Year Ago Today

A Year Later: The Aftermath of ‘It Ends With Us’ Release

On August 9, 2024, the blockbuster film ‘It Ends With Us,’ based on Colleen Hoover’s book, was released, marking a year since its debut. However, the spotlight has shifted from the movie itself to the ongoing legal battle between the film’s stars, Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni. The tensions between the two actors have been simmering since the early days of their collaboration on the movie. Lively and Baldoni not only starred in the film but also worked together behind the scenes, with Baldoni stepping into the roles of executive producer and director.

The rift between Lively and Baldoni came to public attention in December 2024 when Lively filed a complaint against Baldoni, producer Jamey Heath, their production company Wayfarer Studios, and others. Lively accused Baldoni of sexual harassment and engaging in a smear campaign to tarnish her reputation. Despite denials from Baldoni’s lawyer, the accusations prompted an investigation by The New York Times. Subsequently, a judge dismissed the lawsuits filed by Baldoni, setting the stage for a trial scheduled for March 9, 2026.

The legal drama has continued to unfold, with the latest development on August 4, 2025, seeing Lively’s lawyers filing a motion to prevent the release of her deposition transcript. This move was in response to what Lively’s legal team perceived as an attempt by Baldoni’s team to spin a false narrative about her deposition testimony being made public. The tug-of-war between the two parties has escalated as they prepare for the upcoming trial.

Amid the legal battles, revelations have emerged, such as Justin Baldoni hiring crisis PR representation and Lively alleging a hostile work environment and emotional distress. The courtroom showdown has also seen twists, with Lively dropping certain claims against Baldoni, and Baldoni’s counterclaims being dismissed by a judge. The back-and-forth between the two actors has taken centre stage, overshadowing the success of ‘It Ends With Us’ at the box office.

As the legal saga unfolds, both Lively and Baldoni, once colleagues on a popular film, now find themselves embroiled in a legal feud that continues to unravel in the public eye. The timeline of events leading up to the present day serves as a reminder of the complexities and challenges that can arise behind the scenes of even the most successful projects in the entertainment industry.

The story of ‘It Ends With Us’ not only captivated audiences on-screen but has now extended off-screen, capturing the attention of fans and industry watchers alike. The upcoming trial will likely shed further light on the intricacies of the relationship between Lively and Baldoni, offering a glimpse into the complexities of Hollywood dynamics and the legal battles that can ensue in its wake.