Justin Baldoni Leans on Family Amid $400M Legal Battle with Blake Lively

Actor Justin Baldoni is turning to his family and close friends for support as he navigates an intense legal battle with actress Blake Lively. Photographers caught Baldoni at LAX on Friday morning, walking with his wife, Emily, and one of his children. When asked how he’s coping, he expressed gratitude for his loved ones, calling them a crucial source of strength during this difficult time.

This marks Baldoni’s first public appearance since filing a $400 million lawsuit against Lively, her husband Ryan Reynolds, and PR executive Leslie Sloane. He is accusing them of defamation, civil extortion, and orchestrating a smear campaign after Lively alleged he sexually harassed her and sought to ruin her reputation. Baldoni has also filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The New York Times.

Lively’s team has pushed back, describing Baldoni’s lawsuit as a tactic to deflect attention from his alleged actions. "The strategy of attacking the woman is desperate," her representatives said, insisting the evidence supports her claims and calling her the true victim in the situation.

As the legal battle unfolds, Baldoni continues to lean on his faith and the unwavering support of his inner circle.