By Tasting Balzano
Dec 22, 2024, 10:09 PM EST
Blake Lively, known for her role in “Gossip Girl,” has filed a serious complaint against the studio of the film “It Ends With Us,” based on the novel by Colleen Hoover.
According to The New York Times, the actress accuses the production team of having orchestrated a campaign of sexual harassment and defamation during the filming of the film, directed by Justin Baldoni. Lively claims that in addition to facing a hostile work environment, she was the victim of retaliation by the studio after speaking out about inappropriate behavior by Baldoni and other crew members.
According to details set forth in the lawsuit filed with the California Department of Civil Rights, The actress was subjected to a series of disturbing behaviors that included exposure to pornographic material and comments about her physique. After a meeting to discuss the work environment and establish limits, Lively denounced that the studio implemented a “destruction plan” for her reputation. At this meeting, it was agreed that Baldoni and other producers would refrain from inappropriate behavior, including showing her nude videos and making comments about personal addictions.
Despite the agreements, the actress assures that, once she expressed her concerns publicly, the studio and Baldoni launched a campaign to damage her image. Lively presented evidence, such as text messages and emails, discussing how to manipulate the narrative in the media to discredit it. This alleged campaign aimed to change public perception, presenting Lively as problematic and distorting the events that occurred during filming.
Lively’s lawsuit includes details about how this smear campaign was organized. According to her legal team, Baldoni and her representatives would have hired a crisis specialist to manipulate public opinion and turn around the negative comments towards the actress, which were already beginning to circulate on social networks. Messages between Baldoni’s team reveal strategies to influence the media and spread false stories.
In addition to the accusations against Baldoni, The actress also points out the studio Wayfarer Studios for not taking adequate measures to protect her on set. The lawsuit highlights the lack of support from the studio, which allegedly allowed Baldoni to continue his behavior without consequences. This situation has caused some public figures, such as author Colleen Hoover, to speak out in favor of Lively, supporting her integrity and professionalism during the filming of the film.
The impact of this lawsuit could have significant repercussions on the industry, opening a debate about the treatment of actors and protection on film sets. Without a doubt, the Blake Lively case shines a spotlight on the power of big productions and how they handle accusations of sexual harassment and abuse of power in the workplace.
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