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Paul Feig Defends Blake Lively in $400M Defamation Case

5/5/2025

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Director Paul Feig has come to Blake Lively's defense as she faces off against co-star Justin Baldoni in a heated legal battle. Lively claims retaliation for reporting harassment, while Baldoni counters with a $400 million defamation suit. Feig condemned the public's misunderstanding of filmmaking, underscoring Lively's importance as a creative partner. The trial is set for March 9, 2026.

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Director Paul Feig has come to Blake Lively's defense as she faces off against co-star Justin Baldoni in a heated legal battle. Lively claims retaliation for reporting harassment, while Baldoni counters with a $400 million defamation suit. Feig condemned the public's misunderstanding of filmmaking, underscoring Lively's importance as a creative partner. The trial is set for March 9, 2026.