But it also charges Baldoni with “social manipulation” and starting a campaign to “destroy” Lively’s reputation thereafter. Sony Pictures reps have been contacted by Variety for comment.
According to Lively’s lawsuit, Baldoni and Heath acted in an unprofessional manner, discussing with her “their past sexual relationships” and their “previous pornography addiction.”
Additionally, according to Lively, Baldoni said that he could speak with the deceased, including her father, Ernie Lively, who passed away in 2021.
The lawsuit states that Ms. Baldoni’s assertion of a personal connection with her recently departed father was offensive and unlawful.
“I hope that my legal action helps pull back the curtain on these sinister retaliatory tactics to harm people who speak up about misconduct and helps protect others who may be targeted,” Lively said in a statement to The New York Times, which Variety cited.
Lively’s assertions were refuted by Baldoni’s legal team. Freedman’s statement to Variety regarding the complaint reads.
