Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick's Real-Life Friendship: The Untold Truth!

Anna Kendrick playfully hinted that “Another Simple Favor” takes the element of surprise to a whole new level compared to its precursor, in terms of unexpected plot twists and turns.

As the public decides if the sequel outdoes the shock value of 2018’s “A Simple Favor”, the build-up to the witty thriller’s May 1 release on Amazon Prime Video has certainly intensified curiosity about whether Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively have a friendly rapport off-screen.

Whispers of a rivalry followed the debut of the original production, featuring Kendrick portraying Stephanie, a dedicated single-mom vlogger, who becomes determined to uncover the truth behind Emily’s (Lively) mysterious disappearance after she asks Stephanie to retrieve her son from school.

Really, the simplest of favors.

There’s a sequel, so nothing that terrible befell Emily, but we’ll refrain from spoilers here.

Kendrick and Lively might have disrupted a hidden plotline that people had been speculating about, but when they both appeared at the April 27 premiere of Another Simple Favor at New York’s Lincoln Center and grinned cheerfully as they posed together for photos, it was clear there were no hard feelings.

Or:

The subplot rumored to be brewing under the surface of Another Simple Favor might have been dashed when Kendrick and Lively showed up arm-in-arm at the April 27 premiere at New York’s Lincoln Center, flashing friendly smiles for the cameras.

Or:

While some may have hoped for a secret plot unfolding between Kendrick and Lively in Another Simple Favor, their amicable arrival together at the April 27 premiere at New York’s Lincoln Center seemed to indicate otherwise.

And before that, they were laughing together at a screening in London.

According to a well-informed source, there’s no tension or conflict between the parties involved, as reported to TopMob News in February. Instead, they share a professional relationship, being colleagues, and maintain a friendly bond, working harmoniously together.

Which technically is all they need to be, ideally, to get through making two movies together.

If another one comes along, Kendrick Lamar playfully suggested on Good Morning America, “Perhaps it will be titled ‘Another Easy Task.’

However, since Lively made a complaint to the California Civil Rights Department (and subsequently filed a lawsuit) against her co-star Justin Baldoni in the film “It Ends With Us”, there has been ongoing speculation about what it is truly like to work with her, as he countered with his own accusations against her.

Emma Stone, who will be appearing on “Late Night With Seth Meyers” next Monday (May 1), has been silent on interviews since the legal proceedings started in December, but is now promoting her new film, “Another Simple Favor.

Kendrick hasn’t jumped into the discussion between Lively and Baldoni that’s been going around in public opinion. However, when she was promoting her directorial debut, “Woman of the Hour,” last October, she found it pleasant to work with Lively again on their sequel.

As Kendrick shared with People, since she resides on the East Coast while I live on the West Coast, our meetings are not frequent. However, reuniting with the group was delightful, and I believe the unusual chemistry between those characters makes it an enjoyable experience. It’s almost like getting back on a bike that you haven’t ridden in a while.

In August last year, Paul Feig, the director responsible for both films, expressed that the reaction from a preliminary screening of the sequel, which unfolds on the breathtakingly beautiful Italian island of Capri, was extraordinarily positive.

He informed The Wrap that he’s currently making some final adjustments. He’s been working on his director’s cut for six weeks now, and because they had a lot of time to prepare, the movie has been vividly pictured in his mind. Additionally, during the writers’ strike, they discarded one script and entirely rewrote another. All these efforts have him thrilled about the project. The audience reaction has been incredibly exhilarating as well.

Additionally, Feig pointed out that the movie would be released directly on streaming platforms instead of theaters, a difference from the original. This decision was made because Amazon expressed strong interest and was prepared to invest the necessary funds for production, allowing them to create the film as intended.

In essence, it’s clear that Feig is defensive about the project, which explains his strong response to gossip suggesting that the release of Another Simple Favor was postponed because of tension between its principal actresses.

In simpler terms, “Feig wrote on X Jan. 10, saying, ‘This is complete nonsense.’ He was referring to an earlier post that was later removed, which speculated about the film. The movie is already completed and will be released soon. So, please don’t trust everything you read on social media these days.

As a dedicated follower, I found myself standing up for Lively in December, joining others who spoke out, following reports by the New York Times about her accusations of sexual harassment and retribution against Baldoni. Subsequently, he took legal action against the newspaper for defamation.

Feig expressed on X that he has made two films with Blake, and after working with her, he can confidently say she is incredibly professional, imaginative, cooperative, gifted, and kind. He firmly believes that the defamatory campaign against her was unjustified. He feels strongly that it’s regrettable that she had to endure such treatment.

Since then, every word and silence from Kendrick regarding Lively has been scrutinized for hints about her true emotions. However, the Pitch Perfect alum has consistently come across as someone unwilling to delve deeper into the matter.

At the world premiere of the film “Another Simple Favor” on March 7 at SXSW, Kendrick was asked about working with Lively once more. In a video posted by Entertainment Tonight, she replied casually, “Well, you already know…

On the identical red carpet, Variety sought her perspective about “the current global situation”, which, it must be said, has been quite extensive.

Instead of saying, “And Kendrick didn’t want any part of it, joking, ‘Why, what transpired? I did ayahuasca, and the last year of my life simply vanished,'” you could rephrase it as, “Kendrick expressed no interest in it, humorously commenting, ‘So, what took place? I consumed ayahuasca, and it seems like the past year of my life disappeared.’

Lively, meanwhile, told ET that reuniting with Kendrick was “the best.”

In the year 2018, Kendrick confessed that she had worries about who would portray Emily, as she is a character that can be hard to like, someone you might not feel comfortable revealing your secrets to over martinis from England.

However, when Feig expressed his desire for Lively, Kendrick responded to FilmIsNow by saying, “I replied, ‘Understood, I can absolutely visualize it, extremely excited!’

She clarified that Lively possesses an authentic warmth, which enables her to portray a deeply cynical and sarcastic character in such a way that viewers are still attracted to her charm and can comprehend why Stephanie befriends her.

At the red carpet premiere of A Simple Favor, I had the pleasure of speaking with the incredibly talented Anna Kendrick. I must say, she’s a true maestro in her craft, and working alongside her is nothing short of invigorating. It’s an honor to be in the same league as such a remarkable artist.

And so, like, Stephanie and Emily will probably kiss in the sequel too, right?

In 2018, Kendrick referred to her on-screen kiss with Lively in the film “A Simple Favor” as the most refreshing one. During that period, Lively had mentioned to ABC News’ Robin Roberts that it can be perplexing when you share a kiss with a co-star, as nobody wants their kiss to overshadow the movie’s narrative by being labeled as the ‘dragon mouth.’

In a conversation with Roberts, Lively expressed her happiness about portraying a character like Emily, who doesn’t apologize habitually, as she advises Stephanie.

She clarified, “It seems I often apologize for asking for what I need, quite frequently.” She added, “Sometimes, it feels like, ‘I’m really sorry, thank you so much.’ It might not be necessary, but women can sometimes come across as pushy or difficult if they ask directly.

Meanwhile, untangle the plot threads of her legal battle with Baldoni right here:

Four months following the theater debut of the film adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s book “It Ends With Us,” Blake Lively filed a complaint with the California Civil Rights Department (CRD) against her costar Justin Baldoni and his associates on December 20, as reported by The New York Times.

In the complaint obtained by TopMob News, Baldoni, Wayfarer Studios, its CEO Jamey Heath, cofounder Steve Sarowitz, Baldoni’s publicist Jennifer Abel, RWA Communications, crisis communications specialist Melissa Nathan, The Agency Group PR LLC (TAG), contractor Jed Wallace and Street Relations Inc. were named as defendants.

Lively claimed in her complaint that Baldoni and his Wayfarer associates “initiated a complex press and digital strategy in retaliation” for expressing concerns about alleged misconduct on set—with her stating that she and other cast and crew members “encountered invasive, unwelcome, unprofessional, and sexually inappropriate behavior” by Baldoni and Heath.

The actress further stated that the alleged campaign against her caused “significant damage” to both her personal and professional life. The accusations detailed in the complaint include sexual harassment; retaliation; failure to investigate, prevent, or rectify harassment; aiding and abetting harassment and retaliation; breach of contract; intentional infliction of emotional distress; negligence; false light invasion of privacy; and interference with prospective economic advantage.

On the following day, The New York Times released a report detailing an alleged counterattack smear campaign led by Baldoni and his team against Lively, referencing her CRD complaint. In their article, they shared messages from Baldoni, his publicist Abel, crisis communications specialist Nathan, all included in her complaint. Additionally, readers could access the related court documents on The New York Times’ website. Lively stated to the outlet, “I hope my legal action sheds light on these underhanded retaliatory actions aimed at damaging those who expose misconduct, and offers protection for others who might face similar situations.

—Reporting by Sara Ouerfelli

Following the revelation of Lively’s complaint, Bryan Freedman – lawyer for Baldoni, Wayfarer, and their representatives – strongly refuted Lively’s allegations. In a statement posted on The New York Times website, he stated:

“It’s regrettable that Ms. Lively and her representatives would make such grave and factually incorrect accusations against Mr. Baldoni, Wayfarer Studios, and their representatives. This appears to be another desperate attempt to improve her tarnished reputation stemming from her own remarks and actions during the film campaign; public interviews and press activities that were visible for all to see in real time, unedited, allowing for the internet to form its own opinions. These claims are entirely false, excessively sensationalized, and deliberately designed to harm and revive a media narrative.”

Freedman also defended Wayfarer’s move to engage a crisis manager, explaining that this was done before the film’s marketing campaign. He further clarified:

“The representatives of Wayfarer Studios took no active measures nor retaliated. They only responded to incoming media inquiries to guarantee balanced and accurate reporting and monitored social activity. What is notably absent from the selectively presented correspondence is evidence that there were no proactive actions taken with the media or otherwise; just internal strategic planning and private communication, which is routine practice among public relations professionals.

Following the publication of an article by The New York Times on December 21, talent agency William Morris Endeavor (WME) ended its association with Baldoni. Ari Emanuel, CEO of WME’s parent company Endeavor, confirmed this to the outlet. However, it was later denied that Ryan Reynolds, Lively’s husband and also represented by WME, played any role in the decision to part ways with Baldoni. This allegation was made by Baldoni in a lawsuit he filed against The New York Times (more on that below). In response to this claim, WME stated to The Hollywood Reporter on January 1 that “In Baldoni’s filing there is a claim that Reynolds pressured Baldoni’s agent at the Deadpool & Wolverine premiere. This is not true.” Furthermore, they added that Baldoni’s former representative was not present at the Deadpool & Wolverine premiere, and neither Reynolds nor Lively ever applied pressure to drop Baldoni as a client at any time.

Blake Lively, you have always been truthful, kind, helpful and tolerant since our first encounter. Thank you for being exactly who you are. Never change. Never falter.” She linked the post to The New York Times.

Similarly, Jenny Slate, who played the sister of Baldoni’s character Ryle, voiced her support for Lively. On December 23rd, she made a statement to Today: “As Blake Lively’s co-star and friend, I express my backing as she confronts those accused of plotting and executing an assault on her reputation.”

Brandon Sklenar, who played Lively’s love interest in the show, shared a screenshot of the complaint published on The New York Times’ website and linked to the outlet with the caption: “For the sake of God, read this.”

Lastly, America Ferrera, Alexis Bledel, and Amber Tamblyn (Lively’s Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants costars) declared their solidarity with her.

Liz Plank recently informed her followers on Instagram that she is no longer co-hosting “The Man Enough Podcast”. She expressed gratitude for the trust and shared experiences with listeners, stating that she will miss them deeply. Although she did not provide a specific reason for leaving, her decision came shortly after Blake Lively’s complaint against Eduardo Baldoni and his associates at Wayfarer, the podcast’s production company. Plank concluded by emphasizing her commitment to the values they’ve built together and reiterated the importance of striving for better in the future, promising to share more as she processes recent events. She vowed to continue supporting those who challenge injustice and hold accountable those standing in their way.

In a lawsuit filed in New York on December 24th, Stephanie Jones, Baldoni’s former publicist, and her agency, Jonesworks LLC, accused Baldoni, his company Wayfarer, his current publicist Abel, crisis communications specialist Nathan, and another individual named Abel of secretly conspiring for months. The allegations include publicly and privately attacking Jones and Jonesworks, breaching contracts, inducing contractual breaches, and stealing clients and business prospects.

The lawsuit states that behind Jones’s back, these defendants coordinated with Baldoni and Wayfarer to launch an aggressive smear campaign against one of Baldoni’s film co-stars, using the ensuing crisis as a means to drive a wedge between Jones and Baldoni, and to blame Jones for the smear campaign when she had no involvement in it.

Abel, who worked at Jonesworks until last summer according to her LinkedIn profile, is accused of falsely pointing fingers at Jones now that their misconduct is being exposed, and defaming and attacking her in the industry.

Baldoni and Wayfarer, who are no longer Jonesworks clients, allegedly breached their contractual obligations with Jonesworks and refused to settle this dispute privately through arbitration. The news outlet TopMob News reached out to the defendants for comment.

In a conversation with Variety on December 23rd, Lively’s legal team revealed they obtained the texts mentioned in The New York Times article through a subpoena sent to Jonesworks. Freedman, who represents both Nathan, Abel, Baldoni, and their Wayfarer associates, further stated that none of his clients were served a subpoena concerning this matter. He also expressed his intention to file a lawsuit against Jones for disclosing messages from Abel’s phone to Lively’s attorneys.

Baldoni, Wayfarer, Heath, Sarowitz, Nathan, TAG, Abel, RWA Communications, Wallace and Street Relations filed a lawsuit against The New York Times Dec. 31.

In the lawsuit obtained by TopMob News, The New York Times is accused of libel, false light invasion of privacy, promissory fraud and breach of implied-in-fact contract for its article about a retaliatory smear campaign the plaintiffs allegedly conducted against Lively after she voiced concerns about purported misconduct on set.

Saying the report was “false” and based on Lively’s CRD complaint, the plaintiffs denied the accusations and alleged messages cited in the article and complaint were taken out of context.

“Despite its claim to have ‘reviewed these along with other documents[,]’ the Times relied almost entirely on Lively’s unverified and self-serving narrative,” the lawsuit says, “lifting it nearly verbatim while disregarding an abundance of evidence that contradicted her claims and exposed her true motives.”

They also allege “it was Lively, not Plaintiffs, who engaged in a calculated smear campaign.” She has denied this.

The New York Times said it plans to “vigorously defend against the lawsuit.”

“The role of an independent news organization is to follow the facts where they lead,” it stated to TopMob. “Our story was meticulously and responsibly reported. It was based on a review of thousands of pages of original documents, including the text messages and emails that we quote accurately and at length in the article.”

On the same day, Lively initiated a legal action against Baldoni, Wayfarer, Heath, Sarowitz, It Ends With Us Movie LLC, Nathan, Nathan’s company TAG, and Abel in New York. As per court documents acquired by TopMob News, she is accusing these defendants of sexual harassment, retaliation, failing to address harassment, aiding and abetting harassment and retaliation, breach of contract, intentionally causing emotional distress, negligently inflicting emotional distress, and invasion of privacy through false light.

The claims against the defendants were initially laid out in the CRD complaint Lively submitted earlier that month. In response to this lawsuit, Baldoni and his associates filed a counter-suit against The New York Times—where Lively is not listed as a defendant. Her legal team responded to TopMob, stating that “the claims in this lawsuit are unchanged by the lawsuit filed against The New York Times.”

“The premise of this lawsuit—that Lively’s administrative complaint against Wayfarer and others was merely a ploy not to file a lawsuit against Baldoni or Wayfarer, and that litigation was never her ultimate goal—is false,” they continued. “As proven by the federal complaint filed by Lively today, this perspective on the Wayfarer lawsuit is incorrect.

In their legal action against The New York Times, Baldoni and his team have made it clear that they are far from finished; they intend to take further actions, as suggested by the court documents which state, “There are more wrongdoers involved in this matter.” Furthermore, in a January 2 interview with NBC News, Baldoni’s attorney Freedman confirmed their intention to also file a lawsuit against Lively.

The buzz surrounding Baldoni and Lively hasn’t died down, as some social media users have suggested that Reynolds may have teased Baldoni in his film “Deadpool & Wolverine” through the character Nicepool.

Although Reynolds has not addressed these rumors directly, Baldoni’s lawyer Freedman shared his thoughts on the matter during an interview on The Megyn Kelly Show, which was posted to YouTube on January 7th.

“In my opinion,” Freedman said, “if your wife is sexually harassed, you don’t make light of Justin Baldoni’s situation by turning it into a joke, as Reynolds did with the character Nicepool. Instead, you should take such allegations seriously, file HR complaints, and follow proper legal procedures.

In their statement, Lively’s attorneys clarified that the ongoing lawsuit against Wayfarer Entertainment is about severe accusations of sexual harassment and retaliation, substantiated by solid evidence. They emphasized that this isn’t a personal dispute or a he-said-she-said situation. Instead, as detailed in Lively’s complaint, Wayfarer and its associates are alleged to have carried out unlawful, retaliatory astroturfing against Lively for taking steps to ensure the safety of herself and others on the film set. The lawyers further stated that since the lawsuit was filed, there have been additional attempts to attack Lively.

They urged everyone to remember that sexual harassment and retaliation are unacceptable in any workplace or industry. They cautioned against common tactics used to deflect allegations of such misconduct, like blaming the victim or suggesting they invited it. They also warned against reversing the roles of the victim and offender. Lively’s lawyers asserted that these strategies serve to minimize and trivialise serious misconduct claims. Lastly, they emphasized that media statements are not a defense for her allegations and that the case will be fought in court.

On January 16th, Baldoni, Heath, Wayfarer, publicist Abel, crisis communication specialist Nathan, and It Ends With Us Movie LLC filed a lawsuit against Lively, Reynolds, Leslie Sloane (Lively’s publicist), and Vision PR in New York. The complaint, obtained by TopMob News, alleges that all defendants are guilty of civil extortion, defamation, false light invasion of privacy, breach of good faith and fair dealing, intentional interference with contractual relations, and negligent interference with prospective economic advantage.

The plaintiffs deny Lively’s claims of sexual harassment and a retaliatory smear campaign against her. Instead, they accuse her of taking control of It Ends With Us and working with Reynolds, Sloane, Jones, and others to tarnish the reputation of the plaintiffs in the media following negative feedback on Lively’s promotional activities for the film (which she claimed were in line with Sony’s marketing plan).

In the lawsuit, plaintiffs claim defendants collaborated with The New York Times to release a sensational yet false news piece. Despite this allegation, the media outlet maintains its report’s accuracy. As part of his statement to TopMob, Freedman stated that either Blake Lively was deceived by her team or she deliberately misrepresented the truth intentionally.

In a different phrase, Lively’s legal team described his lawsuit as “an additional instance in the script of an abuser,” stating to TopMob News, “This situation repeats frequently: A woman presents solid evidence of sexual harassment and retaliation, and the abuser tries to shift the blame onto the victim. This tactic is often referred to as DARVO – Deny allegations, Attack the accuser, Reverse the roles of Victim and Offender.

In addition to her previous accusations, she claimed he responded by counterattacking when she pointed fingers at him. Essentially, she believes Baldoni is attempting to change the focus of the situation, suggesting that it was Lively who took creative control and distanced herself from Mr. Baldoni, leaving the cast feeling alienated.

The testimony is expected to reveal that both the cast members and others had unpleasant encounters with Mr. Baldoni and Wayfarer. Additionally, it will be demonstrated that Sony delegated Ms. Lively to manage their portion of the film, which they subsequently chose for distribution and turned out to be highly successful.

Her team went on to slam Baldoni’s reaction to her allegations of harassment.

In a nutshell, their defense against sexual harassment accusations revolves around blaming the victim, suggesting she invited it or was responsible. They justify this incident by pointing at her clothing, as stated by her legal team. Essentially, while the victim emphasizes on the abuse, the abuser focuses on the victim herself. This tactic of discrediting the woman is a last-ditch effort, fails to counteract the evidence presented in Ms. Lively’s complaint, and will ultimately be unsuccessful.

In a statement, Baldoni’s attorney disclosed unseen footage from the set of “It Ends With Us“, arguing that the actor’s behavior in the video contradicts Ms. Lively’s portrayal of him.

According to Baldoni’s lawyers, the specific moment was intended to depict the characters growing affectionate towards each other and yearning for closeness. It is evident that both actors were acting appropriately and professionally within the context of the scene, demonstrating respect towards each other.

Absolutely thrilled here as an ardent fan, I can’t help but express my awe over the recent revelations. The video, in my eyes, seems to align perfectly with what Ms. Lively asserted in her lawsuit. It appears that every instant of this unexpected scene was meticulously improvised by Mr. Baldoni, without any prior discussion or consent. Simply fascinating!

The video depicts Ms. Lively pulling back and persistently requesting that the characters converse instead, as she explained to TopMob News. Her unease is a relatable experience for any woman who has experienced unwanted physical contact in the workplace.

In their ongoing case, the pair wrote a letter to the presiding judge, asking for Freedman, the leader of Baldoni’s legal team, to be subjected to a restriction on speaking publicly. This is to prevent any inappropriate behavior during the court proceedings.

A seven-minute audio message supposedly sent by Baldoni to Lively during the production of “It Ends With Us” was leaked online. In this recording, it seems that the director mentioned the film’s rooftop scene that Lively rewrote and discussed how these changes were presented to him in a reported meeting with Reynolds and their mutual friend Taylor Swift.

He shared with Lively that we’d be fortunate to have friends as imaginative as those individuals, not just because they’re among the most creative on Earth, but also because their collective brilliance is simply astounding.

In the recording, it appears Baldoni expressed an apology to the actress for not responding favorably to her script. He said, “I made a mistake. An important aspect of my character is that I will acknowledge and apologize when I fall short.

Exactly one month following Lively’s submission of a legal complaint against Baldoni, the scheduled court date was set for March 9th, 2026.

According to reports from TopMob News, Baldoni’s legal team has made revisions to their January 16th lawsuit filed against Lively, Reynolds, and Sloane in the U.S. District Court. The updated counterclaim now includes The New York Times as well.

In the revised paper, Baldoni claimed that Lively and her associates conspired for several months, spreading misinformation to The New York Times.

The submission, distinct from the $250 million lawsuit versus the New York Times, claimed that the paper selectively used and modified communications lacking essential context and intentionally split them to deceive.

I established a platform where you can find details about my legal battle with Lively. This includes the updated complaint submitted by my team on January 31st, as well as a chronology of significant events. The timeline document also reportedly contains screenshots of text conversations between Lively, Reynolds, and myself.

The website was unveiled a month following when Freedman announced that they would be publishing all text messages exchanged between the two parties.

In an interview with NBC News on January 2nd, Baldoni’s lawyer stated that they desire transparency and want all relevant documents to be made public. They believe people should form their own opinions using the provided evidence or receipts.

Lawyers for Lively submitted a revised lawsuit stating that two additional female crew members from the set of “It Ends” have expressed discomfort due to Baldoni’s conduct on set.

TopMob News acquired a complaint stating that Ms. Lively wasn’t the only one voicing concerns about Mr. Baldoni. The grievances of Ms. Lively, among others, were recorded since May 2023. Crucially, unlike the storyline Defendants have concocted, Mr. Baldoni admitted to receiving these complaints in writing at the time. He was aware that women besides Ms. Lively had expressed discomfort and voiced concerns about his conduct.

In the revised lawsuit, the two potential witnesses mentioned by Lively were not explicitly named because they were operating in a potentially hazardous environment characterized by threats, harassment, and intimidation, allegedly instigated by the defendants’ reprisal efforts.

Speaking to TopMob, Freedman asserted that the accusations made against him were largely based on unverified rumors. He also suggested that those who could corroborate her allegations seem unwilling to do so publicly now.

Following Baldoni’s claims that Sloane was spreading “harmful tales” and presenting him as a “sexual aggressor,” while also alleging a “defamatory campaign” led by Lively, Sloane chose to request dismissal from the ongoing legal case.

According to papers obtained by TopMob News, Sloane’s lawyer argued that there wasn’t any real reason for the charges against their client, and that she was unjustly involved in the lawsuit as a way to create confusion and divert attention away from Lively’s claims.

Nick Shapiro, who previously served as Deputy Chief of Staff at the CIA, was recruited by Lively to provide counsel on the legal communications strategy related to an ongoing sexual harassment and retaliation lawsuit in the Southern District of New York. This information was shared by a team member from Willkie Farr & Gallagher with Variety on February 28th.

Shapiro, who served with the CIA from 2013 to 2015 during the Obama administration, subsequently took up roles as Visa’s vice president for global security and communications, and then headed Airbnb’s global crisis management team. After spending three years at the rental firm, he established his own consulting company, 10th Avenue Consulting LLC.

In response to a $400 million lawsuit involving Lively, Baldoni, and Sloane, The New York Times (who are currently engaged in a separate $250 million lawsuit with Baldoni) has submitted a request to be removed from the larger lawsuit, as reported by TopMob News.

In their court submission, the newspaper contended that Baldoni’s team was spinning a “single-perspective narrative that has attracted much attention,” but they emphasized that “The Times” should not be involved in this legal disagreement.

After The New York Times requested a dismissal, U.S. District Judge Lewis J. Liman agreed and halted the process of discovery, as reported by TopMob News based on obtained documents.

As a lifestyle expert, I’m sharing some updates on an ongoing situation. Recently, I filed a motion with the judge asking for a temporary pause in exchanging information and documents between parties. I’m thrilled to report that this request has been granted, as the judge is currently reviewing our motion from February 28th. Stay tuned for more developments!

In the March 4 document, Liman pointed out that the New York Times has provided “solid evidence” and “made a convincing case” suggesting that their motion to dismiss is probably valid.

In addition, the judge expressed his view that Baldoni’s legal team should not unfairly suffer from a delay in proceedings while the court considers the outstanding motion.

In a statement to TopMob News, a representative from the New York Times stated their gratitude for today’s court decision, which they believe upholds significant First Amendment principles. The court has prevented Mr. Baldoni from imposing discovery demands on The Times in a case that, in their opinion, should not have been initiated against them.

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