Will Hugh Jackman be deposed in Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni's ongoing legal dispute?

As the legal battle intensifies, Ryan Reynolds' co-star Hugh Jackman may soon be deposed if the lawsuit goes to trial.

The ongoing legal battle between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni has taken another surprising turn, as Hugh Jackman is now potentially being pulled into the heated conflict. The feud, which began when Lively filed a lawsuit against Baldoni in December, accusing him of sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment on set, has drawn several Hollywood stars into the fray.

Lively’s husband, Ryan Reynolds, and their close friend Taylor Swift have already been linked to the case, with Swift expected to be subpoenaed to testify. Now, with the trial scheduled for March 2026, Jackman, who starred alongside Reynolds in Deadpool & Wolverine, may find himself deposed as part of Baldoni's efforts to investigate Reynolds' conduct during the filming of It Ends With Us.

A source revealed, “Hugh will be deposed if this goes to trial. There is no way that he cannot.” Baldoni’s legal team is eager to explore the full scope of Reynolds' actions during the production, as Jackman had numerous private interactions with Reynolds and Lively during that time. Jackman’s connection to It Ends With Us is significant as he helped promote the film alongside Reynolds, with both attending the New York City premiere and participating in cross-promotional efforts.

In the midst of these legal entanglements, Reynolds' portrayal of a character named "Nicepool" in Deadpool & Wolverine has been cited as a subtle jab at Baldoni, further escalating tensions. Baldoni’s lawyer, Bryan Freedman, stated, “What Ryan Reynolds has seemingly done is use his power and influence on Deadpool to make fun of Justin Baldoni."

The public nature of these claims has intensified as Lively’s lawsuit accuses Baldoni of serious misconduct, while Reynolds’ actions in Deadpool are seen as undermining the severity of those claims.

Lively’s long-time friend Taylor Swift, who has been mentioned in the legal filings from both sides, has been a key figure in the unfolding drama. Swift, who has known Lively for over a decade, is expected to be questioned under oath, with some speculating that she may have been involved in pressuring Baldoni during the film's script revision.

The situation continues to evolve, with several high-profile personalities now expected to play a role in this complicated legal saga.