Blake Lively Slams Perez Hilton Over 540 Negative Articles
UPDATE: Blake Lively has launched a fierce legal attack against Perez Hilton, claiming he has churned out over 540 negative articles regarding her escalating feud with co-star Justin Baldoni. The actress, 37, accuses Hilton—whose real name is Mario Lavandeira Jr.—of running a smear campaign against her without seeking her side of the story, according to court documents filed in Manhattan federal court on October 3, 2023.
Lively’s allegations are serious, stating that Hilton’s content includes slurs and derogatory nicknames such as “Blackface Blake” and “Lying Lively.” These claims form part of her legal strategy to demonstrate that Baldoni, her former co-star in the film “It Ends With Us,” is behind a coordinated smear effort against her, allegedly aided by the production company Wayfarer Studios LLC.
As the legal battle intensifies, Lively is demanding that Hilton comply with a subpoena for any communications he may have had with Baldoni’s representatives. The court documents assert that Baldoni has not yet provided any correspondence that could clarify the situation.
In response, Hilton has filed papers seeking a protective order to prevent Lively from exposing personal addresses of journalists and influencers involved in the case. He contends that he is not part of any smear campaign and has only expressed his opinions based on the lawsuits filed by both parties. “I did nothing wrong,” Hilton stated in an exclusive comment. “I am not afraid of Blake Lively.”
The drama escalates as Lively accuses Baldoni of sexual harassment and claims that he attempted to damage her reputation by sharing personal details about his life, including a struggle with addiction. Furthermore, Baldoni’s counterclaims accuse Lively and her husband, actor Ryan Reynolds, of extortion and defamation, but a judge dismissed his suit in June 2023.
Lively is now pushing for Judge Lewis Liman to enforce her subpoena against Hilton and is seeking compensation for legal fees related to this ongoing battle. The stakes are high, with Lively’s reputation on the line and Hilton’s career as a media personality potentially impacted by the outcome.
What’s next in this unfolding saga? As both sides prepare for a court showdown, attention will focus on whether Hilton will be compelled to hand over the requested documents and how this high-profile feud continues to evolve. Keep following for the latest developments in this sensational case.
