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Blake Lively’s Representative Seeks Dismissal from Justin Baldoni’s Lawsuit
Blake Lively’s representative, Leslie Sloane, has taken legal action, requesting dismissal from Justin Baldoni’s amended lawsuit. This motion was filed Thursday, as reported by documents obtained from Fox News Digital.
Sloane’s motion characterizes Baldoni’s lawsuit against her and her company, Vision PR, Inc., as part of a broader strategy designed to create distraction from allegations of sexual harassment and retaliation.
Background of the Legal Dispute
The legal troubles began when Baldoni included both Sloane and Vision PR, Inc. in his significant $400 million defamation lawsuit. This filing occurred in January, following Lively’s claims of sexual harassment against Baldoni on the set of the film ‘It Ends With Us.’
Earlier in January, Lively, aged 37, filed her federal suit, which detailed her allegations against her co-star. These serious accusations have stirred extensive media attention.
Accusations of Dismissal and Misrepresentation
Leslie Sloane accused Baldoni and his production company of trivializing significant allegations by suggesting that the conflict revolves around creative control over ‘It Ends With Us.’
The motion reads, “The Amended Complaint’s scattershot allegations fail to adequately plead claims for civil extortion, defamation, and false light.” Consequently, Sloane requests that the court dismiss these claims with prejudice and order Baldoni to pay her attorneys’ fees under New York’s anti-SLAPP law, designed to protect against Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation.
Underlying Gender Dynamics in the Case
Sloane’s filings also articulate concerns regarding the gender dynamics at play. The documents state, “Baldoni’s allegations about the creative issues are irrelevant and tellingly sexist.” This statement suggests a broader view on how creative input by female executives, such as Lively, can be perceived negatively.
