Blake Lively is preparing for her upcoming deposition involving Justin Baldoni, as her legal team requests to relocate the proceedings. On July 11, Lively’s representatives filed a motion arguing that Baldoni is attempting to transform the deposition into a public event, raising serious concerns about privacy and security. This development is central to the ongoing Blake Lively deposition legal battle.
Concerns Over Deposition Being Turned Into Public Event
According to court documents obtained by PEOPLE, Justin Baldoni’s legal team previously suggested holding the deposition at Madison Square Garden in New York City, proposing the idea of selling tickets to viewers. This unprecedented request has alarmed Lively’s side, leading to the current motion to prevent Baldoni’s team from selecting the venue. The filing highlights the risks posed by the high-profile nature of the case and the possibility of unwanted individuals attending, which might compromise security.
The filing states,
“The high-profile nature of this litigation, and the nature of Ms. Lively‘s retaliation claims, demonstrates a substantial risk of the deposition turning into a publicity event and potentially attracting interested individuals who could pose security risks.”
Accusations of Creating a Public Spectacle
Lively’s representatives expressed strong objections to Baldoni’s tactics, accusing his side of trying to amplify media attention by making the deposition a spectacle. They stressed that these strategies escalate tensions in what is already a difficult legal dispute.
In a statement, they said,
“a public spectacle at every turn.”
Broader Legal Maneuvers in Ongoing Battle
In addition to the dispute over the deposition’s location, Blake Lively’s legal team has recently issued subpoenas to various internet personalities, signaling a wider scope for evidence gathering and testimonies in the case. The unfolding situation continues to reflect deep friction between the parties as proceedings advance.
Implications for the Deposition and Legal Proceedings
The motion to relocate the deposition underscores the complexities involved in this high-profile case between Lively and Baldoni. If the court grants the request, it could help preserve confidentiality and limit public intrusion. The outcome of this legal battle will likely influence how sensitive depositions are handled in cases involving celebrities, affecting future proceedings in the entertainment industry.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Is Blake Lively a Nepo baby?
A. She doesn’t openly show off her Hollywood connections, but they exist. Although she didn’t follow the typical ‘nepo baby’ path by acting in big movies as a child, her rise to fame wasn’t entirely by chance.
Q. Why are Taylor Swift and Blake Lively fighting?
A. Blake Lively is accused of pushing Taylor Swift during her legal fight with Justin Baldoni. This dispute began while filming “It Ends With Us.” In recent court documents, Baldoni claims that Lively pressured Swift to stand by her publicly.
Q. When did Blake Lively have a fourth baby?
A. In February 2023, Lively announced that she and Reynolds had secretly welcomed their fourth child, a son named Olin, who is 2 now. Besides having well-known parents, the Reynolds kids also have Taylor Swift, a global pop star, as their godmother.
Q. Why did Taylor Swift unfriend Blake Lively?
A. Blake Lively and Taylor Swift’s friendship is reportedly strained because of leftover feelings. Taylor isn’t involved legally in Blake and Justin Baldoni’s case, but their friendship is tense. They are apparently not talking to each other right now.
