Blake Lively has officially hit the “get me out of this mess” button and hired a crisis PR guru to deal with her ongoing feud with Justin Baldoni. And when we say “crisis PR guru,” we mean a former CIA chief of staff. Because clearly, Hollywood legal battles now require spy-level intervention.
Let’s rewind: Since December 2024, Blake and Justin (who directed their movie It Ends With Us) have been at each other’s throats, slinging accusations of bad on-set behavior like it’s an extreme sport. The drama is set to climax in early 2026 when they take things to trial—so mark your calendars for the next big Hollywood courtroom showdown.
But wait, there’s more! Blake recently asked a judge for extra protections, claiming she and her crew have been hit with “violent, profane, sexist, and threatening communications.” (Aka, the internet continues to be a dumpster fire.)
Then, in a move that screams “I am not playing around,” Blake retained Nick Shapiro—who, in case you’re wondering, once ran things at the CIA. That’s right. The same agency that deals with international espionage and national security is now adjacent to Hollywood drama.
A rep from Blake’s legal squad at Willkie Farr & Gallagher confirmed the news, saying, “The litigation team for Ms. Lively retained Mr. Shapiro to advise on the legal communications strategy for the ongoing sexual harassment and retaliation lawsuit occurring in the Southern District of New York.” Translation: They’re bringing out the biggest, baddest PR weapons to handle this mess.
We’ll keep you updated on this saga as it continues to unravel. Grab your popcorn. 🍿
