The legal dispute involving actors Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni has intensified, drawing in several members of the It Ends With Us film production team. As court filings progress, many individuals associated with the project have provided sworn testimony, marking a significant phase in the ongoing case.
Key Figures Deposed
Sources confirm that multiple people connected to the production — ranging from cast members to professional representatives — have already participated in depositions. Among them is author Colleen Hoover, whose bestselling book inspired the film adaptation. Her involvement as the original creator of the story placed her in a central position during questioning.
Actors Jenny Slate and Isabela Ferrer were also deposed earlier this year. Slate portrayed Allysa, the sister of Baldoni’s character, while Ferrer appeared as the younger version of Blake Lively’s character, Lily Bloom. Blake Lively herself has provided testimony, along with individuals within her close professional circle, including her publicist Leslie Sloane, talent agent Warren Zavala, and makeup artist Vivian Baker, who was part of the film’s crew.
On the other side, Justin Baldoni and several of his co-defendants — including producer Jamey Heath, publicist Jennifer Abel, crisis consultant Melissa Nathan, and entrepreneur Steve Sarowitz — have also participated in depositions. Jed Wallace, along with a representative from his Texas-based PR firm, Street Relations Inc., reportedly also provided testimony.
One notable deposition came from Baldoni’s former agent, Danny Greenberg, who described what he referred to as “extortion-like behavior” during production. Greenberg later clarified that his phrasing was informal and not meant to allege criminal activity.
Background of the Legal Battle
The dispute began in December 2024, following the release of It Ends With Us. Blake Lively filed a formal complaint against Justin Baldoni, alleging misconduct during filming and claiming that she faced retaliation after voicing concerns. Baldoni denied the allegations and responded by filing a countersuit accusing Lively and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, of defamation. Those claims were later dismissed by a judge in June, and no amended filings have been submitted.
Despite speculation, Ryan Reynolds has not been deposed, nor has Taylor Swift, a close friend of Lively. Their absence from the list of individuals questioned has been noted, given their public association with the actress.
Court Timeline and Next Steps
With discovery officially closed as of October 10, the case is moving into its next procedural stage. A court hearing is scheduled for December 9, and the trial date has been set for March 2026.
As the legal process advances, the entertainment industry — along with fans of the film and novel — continues to pay close attention. The case not only involves two high-profile actors but also highlights the complexities that can arise during large-scale film productions.
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