Justin Baldoni’s Circumcision Comment to Blake Lively Sparks Legal Drama
UPDATE: Newly released court documents reveal shocking details of a private conversation between director Justin Baldoni and actress Blake Lively during a visit to her New York City apartment in December 2022, raising eyebrows and fueling ongoing legal tensions. As Lively, 38, was pregnant with her son Olin, the topic of circumcision allegedly emerged, leading to a series of questions during Baldoni’s recent deposition.
According to filings obtained by People, Lively’s attorney, Michael J. Gottlieb, probed Baldoni about whether he discussed the circumcision of Lively’s unborn child and if he shared personal details about his own circumcision status. Baldoni confirmed he had shared this information, stating, “Yes,” but clarified that Lively did not directly ask him about it.
During the deposition, Baldoni described a chaotic scene at Lively’s home, saying, “There were people going all around,” including Ryan Reynolds and multiple nannies and assistants. This chaotic environment adds a layer of complexity to the allegations being presented in court.
Lively’s amended complaint, filed in January, claimed Baldoni made her and possibly other women “uncomfortable” on the set of It Ends With Us. Notably, she expressed distress over Baldoni’s comments regarding his own genitalia, which her legal team argues should compel the case to proceed to trial.
Baldoni’s legal team is pushing for a summary judgment to dismiss the lawsuit, set for a hearing in March 2026, according to Judge Lewis J. Liman. In a statement to TMZ, Baldoni’s lawyer Bryan Freedman emphasized that Baldoni is eager to clear his name, saying, “He wants the truth to come out, and he wants to do that in the appropriate way.”
As the legal battle intensifies, Lively’s attorneys filed their opposition to Baldoni’s motion on December 4, urging the judge to allow the case to move forward. The situation continues to develop, keeping both Lively and Baldoni at the center of public scrutiny.
This unfolding drama not only highlights the complexities of personal interactions in the film industry but also raises significant questions about consent and professional boundaries. As this case moves closer to trial, both parties are poised for a high-stakes legal showdown, with implications that could resonate throughout Hollywood.
Stay tuned for further updates on this urgent story as new developments emerge.
