In a recent episode of “The Joe Rogan Experience,” podcaster Joe Rogan expressed strong support for actor Justin Baldoni amidst the ongoing legal drama involving Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds. Rogan’s comments came as Baldoni faces allegations from Lively, which he has vigorously denied, leading to a complex legal dispute that is grabbing headlines.
During the podcast episode aired on Saturday, Rogan accused Lively and Reynolds of attempting to manipulate the Me Too movement against Baldoni, whom he described as a “really sweet, nice guy.” Rogan stated, “They were trying to take over the movie and the whole franchise,” emphasizing the seriousness of the situation. Baldoni has since filed a lawsuit against The New York Times, asserting that he has a strong case regarding the coverage of these allegations.
Rogan highlighted a particular incident cited in Lively’s complaint, where she claimed Baldoni entered her dressing room while she was breastfeeding. He pointed out the existence of text messages between the two that contradict her allegations, suggesting that Lively and Reynolds did not expect the evidence to surface. “They just never thought that anybody was going to come out with the receipts... because everyone’s scared,” Rogan remarked, pointing to the couple's A-list status as part of the intimidation factor.
In response to Lively's allegations of sexual harassment and claims of a smear campaign against her, Baldoni has retaliated with a substantial $400 million countersuit against both Lively and Reynolds for defamation. Furthermore, he has initiated a $250 million libel lawsuit against The New York Times concerning its reporting on the situation. As the legal battles unfold, the matter is expected to be brought before a judge next year, adding further tension to the ongoing narrative.
The fallout from this legal dispute has also cast a shadow over Lively’s upcoming film, “Another Simple Favor,” which is set to be released soon. The film’s director, Paul Feig, has publicly dismissed rumors that the film was shelved due to a fallout between Lively and co-star Anna Kendrick. He labeled these claims as “total BS,” assuring fans that the movie is complete and will be released shortly.
Listeners can catch Rogan’s full remarks regarding Baldoni, Lively, and Reynolds in the March 22 episode of “The Joe Rogan Experience,” beginning around the 1:01:58 mark. As the legal drama continues to unfold, it raises significant questions about both the personal and professional ramifications for those involved.
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