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After $60M Fees, Blake Lively, Baldoni Settle Lawsuit

5/7/2026

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Lively & Baldoni Settle

Actress Blake Lively and director Justin Baldoni settled their lawsuit on May 4, 2026, before a New York trial.
A summary-judgment motion had earlier dismissed ten of thirteen claims and removed five individuals from the case.
Both parties issued a joint statement praising the film It Ends With Us and affirming support for domestic-violence survivors.
No money changed hands, while the legal teams incurred roughly $60 million in combined fees.

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Lively's Comeback

Lionsgate has acquired the romantic-comedy “The Survival List,” which Lively will star in and produce, marking her first post-settlement film.
Industry insiders say the lawsuit fallout has stalled Lively’s acting momentum, prompting executives to urge a hiatus and leaving the “It Ends With Us” sequel uncertain.
A top talent agent suggested Lively take smaller-budget projects to rebuild her market value, while commentators debate whether the controversy will damage her brand.

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Lively & Baldoni Settle

Actress Blake Lively and director Justin Baldoni settled their lawsuit on May 4, 2026, before a New York trial.
A summary-judgment motion had earlier dismissed ten of thirteen claims and removed five individuals from the case.
Both parties issued a joint statement praising the film It Ends With Us and affirming support for domestic-violence survivors.
No money changed hands, while the legal teams incurred roughly $60 million in combined fees.

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