Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni.
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TMZ reported in December that She filed a lawsuit against Baldoni Charged with sexual harassment and “severe emotional disturbance.” a female lawyer, Brian FriedmanHe said in a statement to: Us Weekly These allegations are “completely false, outrageous and intentionally indecent.” we She reached out to Lively's rep for comment at the time.
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And it ends with us It only hit theaters, however Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni The off-camera dynamic of the film is what fans are really talking about.
Ahead of the opening on Friday, August 9, TikTok sleuths suspected a rift between the duo — partly linked to the film's final cut. Feud speculation originally began when fans noticed that Lively, 36, did not follow Baldoni, 40, on Instagram, nor did anyone else in the cast. (Lively is also a producer on the project, while Baldoni directed the film.)
Lively has shared plenty of promotions for the star-studded film Jenny Slate, Brandon Sklenar, Isabella Ferrer and Alex Neustaeter and And it ends with us author Colin Hoover.
Meanwhile, Baldoni follows Lively on social media, and appeared on Hoover's Instagram account several times while filming the film adaptation. Hoover, 44, does not currently follow Baldoni, indicating a larger dispute.
It seems Justin Baldoni has nothing but positive things to say about his It Ends with Us star Blake Lively, as reports of an on-set rift continue to spread online. The drama officially hits theaters in August 2024, and Baldoni, who directs and stars opposite Lively, has heaped praise on his on-screen partner. “Black(…)
Eagle-eyed fans also pointed out that Baldoni was noticeably absent Joint press events For the film, there were no big photos from the New York City premiere.
Lively added fuel to the fire when she revealed that her husband, Ryan Reynoldsbooks Part of a rooftop scene In the movie. She noted at the time that she and Reynolds, 47, often turned to each other to help with various projects. Reynolds was later tapped to help promote the film Interview with Sklenar.
according to Hollywood ReporterLively then allegedly requested a cut of the film from the editor Shane Reed Before finishing the movie. (Reid previously worked with Lively Taylor Swift“I bet you're thinking about me“The music video I directed. He also worked as an editor at Reynolds Magazine. Deadpool Wolverine.)
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The outlet noted that it was unclear whether any of the cuts were attributed to editors Una Flaherty and Rob Sullivan – It was used in the final version.
Us Weekly I learned that it is not uncommon for someone to commission a different version of a film as part of the editing process before the film is released in theaters.
In the case of Lively and Baldoni, the source noted, “All parties agreed on the final version of the film and agreed that it was the best version of the film.”
Despite rumors of tension between Lively and Baldoni, who play Lily Bloom and Raelle KincaidRespectively, Baldoni sang Lively's praises Throughout his press tour. He's also lined up his actor to direct the potential sequel, which will be based on Hoover It starts with us a novel.
“I think there are better people out there for this guy,” Baldoni said. Entertainment tonight on Tuesday, August 6, when asked if he would pull the double serve again for a potential next installment.
He added: “I think Blake Lively is ready to direct. This is what I think,” he said, noting that he needed a “vacation” after starring and directing the film.
Us Weekly I have reached out to reps for Lively and Baldoni for comment.
And it ends with us Now playing in theaters.
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