Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni have been embroiled in a bitter legal dispute for more than a year, with what started as a harassment lawsuit now escalating into a broader power struggle, sources claim.
According to Us Weekly, insiders reveal that the prolonged court battle has taken a heavy emotional toll on both parties, as neither Lively nor Baldoni shows signs of backing down from their respective positions.
A source close to Blake Lively said the actress is trying to stay strong despite the pressure. “As a mom of four, she puts on a brave and positive face for her family and work, but the retaliation has taken a toll,” the source explained.
Meanwhile, a source close to Justin Baldoni and his team described them as “exhausted” by the ongoing dispute. “They’ve had to continuously try to show that protecting themselves and their families is simply that — and not retaliation,” the insider added.
Baldoni’s loved ones are reportedly eager for the legal proceedings to conclude. “They just want this nightmare to be over for them. They believe the public has caught on to the truth and are ready for their day in court,” the source said.
For context, Justin Baldoni shares two children with his wife Emily Baldoni — daughter Maiya, 10, and son Maxwell, 7. Blake Lively is a mother of four with Ryan Reynolds, including daughters James, 11, Inez, 9, Betty, 6, and son Olin, 2.
The ongoing dispute highlights the personal and emotional strain that high-profile legal battles can have on families and public figures alike.