Justin Baldoni’s lawyer, Bryan Freedman, has entered the chat—and boy, did he bring the drama. Amid Blake Lively’s allegations of on-set sexual harassment and claims that Justin orchestrated a smear campaign, Bryan decided it was time to let the legal mic drop.
Lawsuit? No, Drama Series in the Making
Let’s rewind: last week, 37-year-old Blake Lively filed a lawsuit against Justin, star and director of It Ends With Us, accusing him of behavior so bad it might as well come with its own reality show. But Justin isn’t here to play nice—or play at all, apparently. His lawyer announced countersuits were on the way and teased that they’d “shock everyone.” Think of it as the Hollywood version of a plot twist where the villain gets a redemption arc. Or at least tries.
The Lawyer’s Statement: Equal Parts Legalese and Theatrical Flair
In a statement to People, Bryan Freedman called the upcoming countersuit a “deliberate pursuit of truth,” which, let’s be honest, sounds like something ripped straight from a Law & Order episode. He then aimed a sharp jab at The New York Times for its coverage of Blake’s lawsuit, accusing them of slacking on fact-checking harder than a high school student copying homework.
“This isn’t just a response—it’s a quest for justice!” Bryan declared, probably while dramatically adjusting his tie. He also promised the lawsuits would uncover an “insurmountable collection of authentic evidence.” In simpler terms: receipts. Lots and lots of receipts.
Hollywood Drama Meets Shakespearean Tragedy
Bryan didn’t hold back, accusing the media of being as unethical as a reality show villain editing their confessionals. “I’ve never witnessed such unethical behavior,” he said, conveniently forgetting that Hollywood’s nickname might as well be Drama Central. He also claimed that this isn’t just about Justin; no, it’s about dismantling a system where reputations get shredded faster than junk mail.
“This is the kind of Hollywood pattern where power trips and narrative control reign supreme,” Bryan said, essentially confirming what the rest of us already assumed about the entertainment industry.
The Grand Finale
Concluding with the subtlety of a fireworks show, Bryan promised that the “truth will not only come to light — it will dismantle illusions.” Which sounds dramatic enough to be the tagline for an HBO miniseries. If this whole legal thing doesn’t pan out, Bryan might have a future in screenwriting. Or motivational speaking.
Stay Tuned for the Next Episode
With lawsuits flying around and promises of shocking revelations, this saga feels like the cinematic universe crossover we didn’t know we needed. Will Justin’s countersuits really “shock everyone”? Will The New York Times clap back with their own version of the tea? Only time—and a lot of court dates—will tell.
