The ongoing legal conflict between actor Justin Baldoni and actress Blake Lively has kept fans and the media buzzing for weeks. While the dispute continues to make headlines, Justin’s wife, Emily Baldoni, has come forward to express her love and support for her husband on his birthday.
Emily Baldoni Shows Support on Justin’s Birthday
On January 24, Justin Baldoni turned 41 years old, and his wife, Emily Baldoni, took to Instagram to publicly wish him a happy birthday. In her heartfelt message, she made it clear that she stands by him through the difficult situation. Emily posted a family photo where the couple is seen sharing a kiss while enjoying a moment by the sea with their two children, Maiya, 9, and Maxwell, 7.
Emily’s caption was loving and personal: “Happy birthday my love. Celebrating the man, husband, and father that you are. I’d choose you again and again.” The message not only celebrated Justin’s special day but also demonstrated her unwavering support in the face of the controversy.
The Baldoni family has been spending time together in Hawaii, where they’ve been on vacation. Emily and Justin married in 2013, and despite the current legal troubles, they continue to show a united front. Emily is no stranger to the public eye, having made appearances on various TV shows such as Shatter Belt, Reckless, and Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. over the years.
The Legal Dispute with Blake Lively
The trouble between Justin and Blake Lively began in December, when Blake filed a sexual harassment lawsuit against Justin, stemming from their time working together on It Ends With Us. Blake’s allegations were followed by a New York Times article that accused Justin of trying to damage her reputation through a negative publicity campaign.
In retaliation, Justin filed defamation lawsuits against both the New York Times and Blake. He also filed a massive $400 million lawsuit against Blake and her husband, actor Ryan Reynolds. In the lawsuit, Justin claims that Blake used her celebrity status to hurt his career and derail his projects.
The Controversial Footage
Recently, Justin’s legal team released raw footage from a scene in It Ends With Us that is at the center of Blake’s harassment claims. The scene features a romantic dance between the two actors, during which Justin allegedly made a comment about the smell of Blake’s body makeup. Blake had previously stated that the comment occurred in a quiet environment where microphones were off, but the newly released footage appears to contradict this, showing both actors laughing and chatting on set.
The footage also includes audio of Justin’s comment, where he jokingly says, “It smells good.” The video shows the actors talking about their spouses and discussing the choreography of the scene, contradicting some of the claims made in Blake’s lawsuit.
Accusations and Defamation
Justin has also accused Blake of intimidating behavior during the filming of the movie. He claims that Blake did not read the novel that the movie is based on until filming had already started. He also alleges that she manipulated text messages to make him look bad and even used her publicist to orchestrate a “smear campaign” against him.
As the legal battle between Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively unfolds, it’s clear that both sides are determined to defend their reputations. While the drama continues to develop, Emily Baldoni’s public support for her husband offers a glimpse into the couple’s strong relationship amid the media frenzy.
