In a detailed account, Justin Baldoni described a tense and emotional meeting with Ryan Reynolds that has drawn significant scrutiny around the production of “It Ends With Us.” The Ryan Reynolds confrontation with Baldoni reportedly took place in early January 2024 at Reynolds and Blake Lively’s New York City apartment and has since become a key focus in related legal proceedings.
Tense Meeting Unfolds Ahead of Filming
Justin Baldoni spoke candidly about the aftermath of his meeting with Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively, revealing his perspective on an event that has generated widespread controversy. This private discussion, referenced in court documents, occurred the night before filming of “It Ends With Us” was scheduled to restart. Baldoni communicated his experience in text messages to actor Rainn Wilson, which have been included as exhibits in an ongoing legal case tied to the film’s production.
Describing the meeting, Baldoni reported that Reynolds led the conversation with a confrontational tone. Reynolds recited a list of accusations he had prepared on his phone, presenting claims that Baldoni insists were mischaracterizations of his actions. According to Baldoni, the meeting became particularly charged when the words “creepy” and “abuse” were introduced to describe his alleged behavior.
In his message exchanges, Baldoni detailed,
“was talking to me like a five-year-old and scolding me.”
– Justin Baldoni, Actor and Director. He went on to state,
“They essentially said that Jamey [Heath] and I are not who we claimed to be and that for us to have a podcast is unsafe because it makes people feel like we are safe.”
– Justin Baldoni, Actor and Director.
Blake Lively’s Concern Sparked the Confrontation
The underlying cause of the charged meeting appears to have been a concern raised by Blake Lively after she learned that Baldoni had asked their trainer about her weight. Baldoni explained that his inquiry was related to a planned lift scene in the film and connected to his own issues with back injuries. This question led to increased tension and ultimately provoked Reynolds to confront and formally address Baldoni’s behavior.
As legal proceedings around “It Ends With Us” continue, additional context from Baldoni’s complaint filed in January 2025 indicates that he felt especially vulnerable and isolated. Baldoni recounted further,
“It’s hard to feel so much of what they believe about me is false because they are so convinced that it’s real.”
– Justin Baldoni, Actor and Director. He also expressed,
“I prayed and prayed and prayed for the words and they didn’t come, so I felt abandoned by God in that moment.”
– Justin Baldoni, Actor and Director.
Impact on Film Production and Future Developments
The confrontation between Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively, and Justin Baldoni, along with its documentation in court filings, has cast uncertainty over the future of “It Ends With Us.” The incident has involved several key individuals—including Jamey Heath and Rainn Wilson—and has intensified existing challenges tied to the project’s production in New York City. As legal and public scrutiny increases, those involved await further outcomes that will shape both personal reputations and the trajectory of the anticipated film.
