Following recent allegations made by actress Blake Lively against her director and co-star Justin Baldoni, Caitlin Olson has publicly shown her support for Lively. In an Instagram Story, Olson referred to Lively as “a kind, lovely, honest, generous person (and wonderful mother),” sharing an article that detailed Lively’s claims of sexual harassment and retaliation.
Lively accuses Baldoni, his production company Wayfarer Studios, and others associated with the film “It Ends with Us” of creating a hostile work environment. She asserts that after raising concerns about her treatment, they engaged in a coordinated effort to damage her reputation. In a statement to Deadline, Lively expressed hope that her legal actions would help end retaliatory tactics against those who speak out about misconduct.
Baldoni’s response has been vehement; through his lawyer, he described Lively’s allegations as “completely false” and intended to undermine his reputation. Lively has lodged a comprehensive complaint outlining her experiences, which includes accusations of a calculated digital strategy to intimidate her and suppress any disclosures of wrongdoing on set.
Complications surrounding the situation have led to further legal disputes, including a defamation suit filed against Baldoni by a former publicist associated with his firm. Baldoni is reportedly preparing a countersuit, claiming that Lively was responsible for the alleged smear campaign against him and that any evidence presented against him has been manipulated.
The case reflects the ongoing discussions around workplace misconduct in the entertainment industry and emphasizes the complexities of legal battles related to such allegations.