A former crew member from It Ends With Us has come forward to defend Justin Baldoni, claiming that the allegations made against him by Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds are “obvious lies.” The insider, who worked closely with Baldoni on set, insists that the actor-director was nothing but respectful, caring, and professional, especially during intimate scenes with Lively.

This revelation follows Baldoni’s ongoing legal battle with Lively, who accused him of sexual harassment and inappropriate behavior during filming. The anonymous source, however, disputes these claims, asserting that Baldoni was mindful and considerate throughout the production.

Defending Baldoni: “He Was Incredibly Respectful”

The insider, who chose to remain unnamed for career reasons but is willing to testify in Baldoni’s defense, told MailOnline that the accusations against him are part of a smear campaign orchestrated by Lively and Reynolds.

📌 “Justin was always polite, respectful, and sensitive. He deeply cared about the film and ensured everyone felt comfortable on set,” the source said.
📌 “I have text messages that prove he was nothing but professional. The way he is being portrayed now is simply not true.”

These statements come after Blake Lively’s lawsuit, which alleges that Baldoni engaged in unscripted physical intimacy without prior discussion, including biting and sucking on her lip during a scene. Lively also accused Baldoni of showing her explicit videos and making inappropriate remarks about her appearance and weight.

However, the insider insists that Baldoni was never inappropriate and that his reputation is being unfairly tarnished.

Legal Battle Escalates: Baldoni Strikes Back with $400M Lawsuit

In response to the allegations, Baldoni has filed a $400 million defamation and extortion lawsuit against Lively, Reynolds, and their publicist, Leslie Sloane. His legal team claims that the couple is using their wealth and influence to drag out the case and inflict reputational and financial damage on Baldoni.

The source further alleged:

📌 “Lively and Reynolds are making this as brutal and expensive as possible for Justin. But his friends, family, and co-workers know the truth. Eventually, the public will too.”

Ryan Reynolds’ SNL Joke Sparks Controversy

The scandal took another turn when Ryan Reynolds made light of the situation during the SNL 50th Anniversary Special. During a live Q&A, Reynolds jokingly responded, “Great—why, what have you heard?” in what many saw as a reference to the controversy surrounding his wife’s lawsuit against Baldoni.

📌 His joke was met with backlash, with critics accusing him of trivializing sexual harassment.
📌 Some experts argued that such remarks contribute to rape culture and discourage victims from speaking out.
📌 Others suggested Reynolds was using humor as a coping mechanism for an uncomfortable situation.

Even Kevin Costner’s reaction to Reynolds’ joke—where he was seen grimacing—went viral, further fueling the debate on whether the Deadpool star was being insensitive.

Lively’s Allegations vs. Baldoni’s Defense

Lively’s lawsuit, filed in late 2023, accuses Baldoni of:

Engaging in intimate scenes without prior discussion or choreography.
Making inappropriate sexual inquiries, including asking about her marital intimacy.
Entering her trailer while she was nude.
Allowing his ‘friends’ to watch her film intimate scenes.
Hiring a crisis PR team to orchestrate a smear campaign against her after she and Reynolds filed complaints.

Baldoni vehemently denies all accusations and has taken an aggressive legal approach by launching a website dedicated to disproving Lively’s claims. The website includes:

Text messages and private communications between Baldoni, Lively, and Reynolds.
Behind-the-scenes footage contradicting Lively’s statements.
Legal documents refuting her allegations.

His legal team argues that Lively and Reynolds tried to take over creative control of the film and, when unsuccessful, resorted to character assassination.

Hollywood Divided: Public Reactions Intensify

The ongoing feud has sparked heated debates in Hollywood and among fans. While some support Lively and Reynolds, others believe Baldoni is being unfairly targeted.

💬 “Blake has been consistent with her claims—why would she make this up?”
💬 “Justin Baldoni has always had a clean reputation. This doesn’t add up.”
💬 “Ryan’s joke was distasteful. Making light of sexual harassment allegations is never okay.”
💬 “This feels like a PR war between two Hollywood powerhouses.”

With both sides refusing to back down, the legal battle is expected to be drawn out and costly, with significant consequences for the reputations of all involved.

What’s Next?

As the court case unfolds, the entertainment industry remains on edge, waiting to see:

🔹 Will more insiders come forward to defend or accuse Baldoni?
🔹 How will Lively and Reynolds respond to the mounting legal pressure?
🔹 Will Baldoni’s lawsuit against them hold up in court?

One thing is certain—this Hollywood war is far from over. 🚨🔥

What do you think? Is Justin Baldoni a victim of false accusations, or is Blake Lively telling the truth? Let us know in the comments! 👇