Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni spark romance rumors amid legal battle over sexual harassment claims

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni face legal drama and growing affair speculation following It Ends With Us disputes.

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, co-stars in the film It Ends With Us, are at the center of a public legal dispute that has sparked rumors of a failed romance. Lively filed a sexual harassment lawsuit against Baldoni in December, alleging he incorporated “gratuitous sexual content” and “improvised physical intimacy” during production. 

Baldoni has denied the claims, countering with his own lawsuit and releasing text messages he says suggest Lively invited him to her trailer while breastfeeding. According to People Magazine, Baldoni’s legal team argues the suit is a strategy by Lively and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, to salvage her public image.

The legal battle has ignited speculation among fans, with some questioning whether personal dynamics during filming played a role. Social media is rife with commentary, including one fan's tweet asking, “Was this all the aftermath of an affair gone wrong?” Others have noted the intense chemistry between Lively and Baldoni on screen, fueling rumors of a deeper connection.

Adding to the speculation, comedian Zack Peter suggested Lively may have developed feelings for Baldoni during filming. He also referenced past allegations of infidelity involving both Lively and Reynolds. However, Peter noted that much of this remains conjecture and that the full story may still be unfolding.

The legal dispute has cast doubt on the future of a sequel to It Ends With Us. Fans hoped for a continuation with It Starts With Us, but insiders say the escalating conflict could halt those plans.