Amber Heard Responds to Blake Lively’s Lawsuit Against Justin Baldoni

Blake Lively has recently made headlines as she files a lawsuit against her It Ends with Us co-star and director, Justin Baldoni, alleging sexual harassment. This situation has led to many drawing parallels to the case of Amber Heard, who has responded with a statement emphasizing the seriousness of the matter.

According to reports, Lively accuses Baldoni and producer Jamey Heath of repeatedly crossing personal boundaries and making inappropriate comments. Her legal complaint details that, fearing the fallout from these allegations, there was an attempt by their public relations team to launch a smear campaign aimed at damaging Lively’s reputation.

In response, an attorney representing Wayfarer, the company co-founded by Baldoni and Heath, denied these allegations. They assert that neither the studio nor any of its executives were involved in any retaliatory actions against Lively.

Back in August, whispers of on-set tension had begun to circulate, prompting Baldoni to engage crisis PR expert Melissa Nathan, known for her previous work with Johnny Depp during his defamation trial against Heard. Messages reviewed by media outlets revealed Nathan’s threatening language regarding the capability to silence critics.

Baldoni’s lawyer has indicated that Lively herself may have leaked false stories to the media, which contributed to the decision to hire a crisis management expert.

The story evokes memories of Depp v. Heard. In a 2020 defamation trial in the UK, Depp lost when the judge ruled that he had been accurately characterized as a “wife beater.” However, the US jury trial had different results, showcasing how public opinion can sway outcomes significantly. Experts have pointed out that a substantial portion of negative commentary directed at Heard originated from fraudulent accounts.

Reflecting on the situation, Amber Heard issued a statement regarding the allegations surrounding Lively and Baldoni. She said, “Social media embodies the saying, ‘A lie travels halfway around the world before truth can get its boots on.’ I witnessed this firsthand—it’s as horrifying as it is destructive.”

With women like Blake Lively and Amber Heard facing such circumstances, it raises the question of how many more voices will be added to this narrative of struggle. For those in immediate danger of domestic violence, it is crucial to seek help by calling 911. Confidential support is available 24/7 at the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or via online chat. For victims of sexual assault, the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673 can connect individuals to local resources for assistance.