Blake Lively’s Supporters Fear Retaliation Amid Justin Baldoni Legal Battle

Blake Lively’s legal battle with Justin Baldoni is escalating, with new claims that multiple cast members from It Ends with Us are willing to back her allegations of sexual harassment. However, these witnesses are refusing to reveal their identities—out of fear for their careers and personal safety.

Sources close to the situation say it’s no surprise that Lively’s supporters are staying anonymous. They claim that Lively and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, have already faced threats and online harassment as a result of speaking out.

Those who are backing Lively worry they could experience similar intimidation tactics, particularly in an industry where speaking against powerful figures often comes at a cost.

The fear of speaking up has reportedly been exacerbated by Steve Sarowitz, a partner in Baldoni’s Wayfarer Studios. According to sources, Sarowitz allegedly made a chilling comparison between his strategy to counter Lively’s claims and Israel’s military campaign against Hamas.

The implication that he is willing to spend substantial resources to “take down” those speaking out has sent a strong warning to those considering testifying.

For many involved, the stakes are too high. While Lively has stated in an amended complaint that multiple individuals will support her claims, their reluctance to go public has given Baldoni’s team an opportunity to discredit the allegations.

Baldoni’s legal team has responded forcefully, dismissing Lively’s amended complaint as “hearsay” and accusing her of conducting a public smear campaign. His attorney, Bryan Freedman, challenged the credibility of unnamed witnesses, suggesting that their unwillingness to speak publicly undermines Lively’s accusations.

In a statement to TMZ, Baldoni’s camp claimed that Lively and Reynolds had orchestrated a public attack that has harmed innocent people. They argued that the couple has failed to present any concrete evidence while blaming others for the online backlash they have received.

"Ms. Lively, Mr. Reynolds, and their paid representatives initiated this campaign, which has severely impacted many private individuals, their livelihoods, and their families," Baldoni’s team stated.

Wayfarer Studios also released a statement denying any ill intentions toward potential witnesses. They insisted that Baldoni and his associates empathize with those who face challenges in speaking out against powerful individuals, implying that they too have experienced such struggles.

The legal dispute has created a deep divide in Hollywood. Some industry insiders view it as yet another example of the systemic challenges faced by those who report harassment, while others believe it is a public relations battle with no clear evidence to back up Lively’s claims.

Meanwhile, both Lively and Baldoni seem to be carrying on with their lives as the case unfolds. Baldoni was recently spotted unwinding in Hawaii, seemingly unfazed by the controversy, while Lively attended Saturday Night Live’s 50th-anniversary special in New York City.

However, the looming question remains—will anyone from the It Ends with Us set be willing to testify publicly? Or will the fear of retaliation and backlash keep them silent?

As of now, Lively's supporters remain in the shadows, but the legal fight is far from over.