Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Blake Lively's Team Accuses Attorney of Leaking Testimony

8/5/2025

50 11

Summary

Story summary

Blake Lively's legal team is firing back at Justin Baldoni's attorney, Bryan Freedman, accusing him of leaking deposition details to the press and distorting her testimony. Lively's lawyers are pushing for sanctions, claiming Freedman's actions have tarnished her reputation amid her serious sexual harassment allegations against Baldoni from their film, *It Ends With Us*.

History

Historical Context

The 1991 Anita Hill testimony during Clarence Thomas's Supreme Court confirmation hearings brought national attention to sexual harassment, prompting the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission to establish guidelines. Today, Blake Lively's allegations against Justin Baldoni echo this legacy, as her legal battle seeks to address workplace harassment in the entertainment industry, potentially shaping future standards and public perceptions.

1 of 2

Story summary

Blake Lively's legal team is firing back at Justin Baldoni's attorney, Bryan Freedman, accusing him of leaking deposition details to the press and distorting her testimony. Lively's lawyers are pushing for sanctions, claiming Freedman's actions have tarnished her reputation amid her serious sexual harassment allegations against Baldoni from their film, *It Ends With Us*.

1 / 2