The Hollywood actress Blake Lively has made a shocking revelation about director and former co-star Justin Baldony. She has filed a legal complaint against him for sexual harassment on the sets of ‘It ends with us’. Submitted to the California Civil Rights Department, the issue has gained a lot of attention ever since. The country is in shock pertaining to the dark behind the scenes of one of the most anticipated adaptations.
The complaint mentions not just uncomfortable sexual encounters on set, but also retaliation she faced after speaking up. She claims she suffered acute mental distress because of Justin’s actions, post which she had to file the complaint. Read further to find out what exactly happened and what’s next for the two celebrities.
The Allegations that has sent Shockwaves Nationwide
The news is shocking as much as it is disturbing. Blake’s complaint rests on the below-mentioned claims against the actor:
- Going off the script: Lively claims that her co-star and producer, Justin, made unnecessary and unscripted advances such as kissing and intimate gestures. These were not a part of the earlier agreed-upon script and he would call it ‘improvisation’.
- Sharing personal sexual history: As per the reports, Baldoni would share his personal sexual experiences and pornography addiction with Lively, which made her uncomfortable.
- Invading personal space: Lively says that Baldony and producer James Heath would enter her private makeup area without her permission. They had no business to do so, especially when she was in the act of undressing.
- Negative publicity against her: Not just that, when she voiced her concerns, Justin and team spread fake information against Lively ruining her reputation.
The Repercussions
Blake’s claims have already started to re-shape Justin’s career. Even though his legal representative has declared the actress’ claims as false, the actor has already faced severe criticism. One of Hollywood’s famous talent agencies, William Morris Endeavor, has dropped Baldoni after these claims have come to surface. At the same time, Colleen Hoover, It Ends With Us’s author, has commended Lively for speaking up and shown support. Fans have filled social media already demanding truth and justice. All this while, obviously, Justin is denying all allegations and calling them ‘fake’.
Conclusion: Wake Up Call for the Entertainment Industry
While this issue is troublesome, it is not the first to come from the entertainment industry. Various similar cases arise and come on the front about on-set misbehaviour of a co-actor. This must convey a message to set clear boundaries between actors’ personal and professional lives and not to cross those, especially without consent. As the case proceeds, it might bring forward more such revelations which could be true or false. All in all, it must settle in favour of the victim. What is also important is that necessary steps be taken to prevent similar mishaps in the future, onset or offset. Anyone found misbehaving or crossing the line with a co-star, or with any team member for that matter, must be punished accordingly.
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