"A Simple Favor" director Paul Feig and Blake Lively.
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Blake Lively sued her "It Ends with Us" costar and director Justin Baldoni for sexual harassment on December 20.
Lively also alleged Baldoni made attempts to damage her reputation.
Here's everyone who's spoken out in support of Lively, including former costars and directors.
Blake Lively sued her "It Ends with Us" costar and director Justin Baldoni on December 20 for sexual harassment and an attempt to damage her reputation.
In the complaint, obtained by Business Insider, Lively said she met with Baldoni and producer Jamey Heath during production to address the "hostile work environment that had nearly derailed production of the film."
The meeting resulted in all parties agreeing to a number of stipulations, including "no more showing nude videos or images of women, including the producer's wife," to Lively (who is addressed as "BL" in other parts of the complaint) or her employees.
It also required "no more mention of Mr. Baldoni or Mr. Heath's previous 'pornography addiction' or BL's lack of pornography consumption to BL or to other crew members."
Lively said in the complaint that Baldoni and his team engaged in "social manipulation" to destroy her reputation through a "sophisticated press and digital plan in retaliation for Ms. Lively exercising her legally protected right to speak up about their misconduct on the set, with the additional objective of intimidating her and anyone else from revealing in public what actually occurred."
Bryan Freedman, an attorney for Baldoni and his company, Wayfarer Studios, said in a statement to BI that the claims made in the complaint were "categorically false" and "intentionally salacious with an intent to publicly hurt and rehash a narrative in the media."
"It is shameful that Ms. Lively and her representatives would make such serious and categorically false accusations against Mr. Baldoni, Wayfarer Studios and its representatives, as yet another desperate attempt to 'fix' her negative reputation, which was garnered from her own remarks and actions during the campaign for the film; interviews and press activities that were observed publicly, in real time and unedited, which allowed for the internet to generate their own views and opinions," the statement said.
A representative for Lively referred BI to a statement shared with The New York Times on Saturday.
"I hope that my legal action helps pull back the curtain on these sinister retaliatory tactics to harm people who speak up about misconduct and helps protect others who may be targeted," the statement said.
She also told the outlet that neither she nor her representatives ever spread negative stories about Baldoni or Wayfarer Studios.
Since the lawsuit, Lively has received a wave of support from family and people she has worked with in Hollywood.
Here's who has spoken out in support of Lively.
Her "Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants" costars America Ferrera, Amber Tamblyn, and Alexis Bledel released a joint statement.
Blake Lively, Alexis Bledel, America Ferrera and Amber Tamblyn attend the world premiere of 'The Sisterhood Of The Traveling Pants 2' in 2008.
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Since starring in the 2005 movie "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants" and its 2008 sequel, Lively, Ferrera, Tamblyn, and Bledel have remained close friends.
"As Blake's friends and sisters for over 20 years, we stand with her in solidarity as she fights back against the reported campaign waged to destroy her reputation," the statement reads. "Throughout the filming of 'It Ends with Us,' we saw her summon the courage to ask for a safe workplace for herself and colleagues on set, and we are appalled to read the evidence of a premeditated and vindictive effort that ensued to discredit her voice. Most upsetting is the unabashed exploitation of domestic violence survivors' stories to silence a woman who asked for safety. The hypocrisy is astounding."
"We are struck by the reality that even if a woman is as strong, celebrated, and resourced as our friend Blake, she can face forceful retaliation for daring to ask for a safe working environment," the statement continued. "We are inspired by our sister's courage to stand up for herself and others. For anyone seeking more information or engaging in this important conversation online, please read the full legal complaint in the investigative reporting by Megan Twohey, Mike McIntire, and Julie Tate for the New York Times."
So has "It Ends with Us" author Colleen Hoover.
Colleen Hoover and Blake Lively at Book Bonanza in June 2024.
"@blakelively, 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 Lively's "A Simple Favor" director Paul Feig.
Paul Feig.
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The "Bridesmaids" filmmaker directed Lively in the 2018 whodunit "A Simple Favor," and the two recently wrapped on a sequel.
"I've now made two movies with Blake and all I can say is she's one of the most professional, creative, collaborative, talented and kind people I've ever worked with," Feig wrote on X. "She truly did not deserve any of this smear campaign against her. I think it's awful she was put through this."
Lively's half-sister Robyn also showed her support.
Blake and Robyn Lively.
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Robyn Lively, Blake's half-sister who also starred in "It Ends with Us," posted on Instagram to show her support.
"She is one of the kindest, most honest and loving humans I know. Blake isn't a villain. She's a mama bear to her core, a loving and supportive wife, a sister, a friend, and someone who worked her ass off on a film in abominable working conditions," she wrote.
Lively's "In Ends with Us" costar Brandon Sklenar has shown support.
Blake Lively and Brandon Sklenar.
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Sklenar, who starred as Atlas in "It Ends with Us," wrote on his Instagram Stories, "For the love of God read this," linking to The New York Times story that highlighted the lawsuit. He also included a heart emoji next to Blake Lively's handle.
Another of Lively's "It Ends with Us" costars, Jenny Slate, says she stands by her "loyal friend."
Blake Lively and Jenny Slate.
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Slate, who plays Allysa in the movie, gave a statement to Today.com supporting her costar.
"As Blake Lively's castmate and friend, I voice my support as she takes action against those reported to have planned and carried out an attack on her reputation," Slate said. "Blake is a leader, loyal friend and a trusted source of emotional support for me and so many who know and love her."
She continued: "What has been revealed about the attack on Blake is terribly dark, disturbing, and wholly threatening. I commend my friend, I admire her bravery, and I stand by her side."
Amy Schumer, who has mocked Lively in the past, has shown support.
Amy Schumer.
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The comic posted on her Instagram Stories the words "I believe Blake."
It's a surprising show of support as Schumer back in 2015 mocked Lively on her show "Inside Amy Schumer."
"Deadpool & Wolverine" director Shawn Levy posted the New York Times article in a show of support.
Blake Lively, Shawn Levy, and Gigi Hadid at the "Deadpool & Wolverine" world premiere.
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Levy, who has worked with Lively's husband Ryan Reynolds multiple times, most recently on "Deadpool & Wolverine" (and gave Lively a cameo in the movie), took to his Instagram Stories to support Lively.
"Proud to call @blakelively a friend," he wrote, and linked to the New York Times story.
Nick Viall supports Lively and said he tried to warn everyone about Baldoni.
Nick Viall.
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The Bachelor Nation alum took to TikTok to show support for Lively. He also noted that he received pushback when he tried to warn his listeners about Baldoni on an episode of his podcast "The Viall Files" back in August.
"I'm not here to gloat; I'm honestly just happy that the truth is out about this guy and, more importantly, how wrong ya'll were about Blake," he said.
Christina Ricci showed her support.
Christina Ricci.
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Ricci posted an Instagram Story in which she shared a quote about misogyny and tagged the writer Rebecca Woolf.
"Re: Blake Lively (and Amber Heard TBH) misogyny exploits the jealousy women feel for each other — specifically when it comes to beautiful women & girls. The fact that 'mean girls' are always beautiful is no coincidence. The ease in which women are manipulated into hating each other (even feminist women) is something no one wants to talk about. This is (yet another!) reminder to question our willingness to burn ANY woman. That includes beautiful, successful women who dare to have a voice."
So did Kaitlin Olson.
Kaitlin Olson.
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Olson stars in "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" alongside her real-life husband, Rob McElhenney, who co-owns the soccer team Wrexham A.F.C. with Lively's husband, Ryan Reynolds. She posted an Instagram Story supporting Lively, calling her "a kind, lovely, honest and generous person (and an incredible mom) FYI."
