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Blake Lively v Justin Baldoni (Part 2) | PR Wars and Libel Lawsuits (H&H)

Jan 14, 2025 • 215 mins

In this episode, Richard Hoeg delves into the intricate legal and PR dynamics of the Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni case. The discussion explores the potential for the case to go to trial and the PR implications for both parties, particularly focusing on social media's role. Hoeg examines legal aspects, including anti-SLAPP laws, and critiques a New York Times article for its coverage. Allegations of bad faith, ethical obligations, and internal communications are analyzed, alongside a comparison of media treatment between Lively and Amber Heard. The episode also touches on workplace ethics, the impact of harassment allegations, and the challenges of celebrity image management.

Key Points

There are significant legal and reputational risks involved in the ongoing public relations battle between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, as evidenced by the multiple lawsuits and counterclaims.
The New York Times article on the alleged smear campaign by Baldoni's team against Lively is criticized for potentially failing to maintain impartiality and thorough investigation, which Baldoni's lawsuit argues undermines journalistic integrity.
The complexity of the situation is heightened by the involvement of high-profile figures, intricate legal maneuvers, and the portrayal of both parties in conflicting narratives, illustrating the challenging dynamics of the entertainment industry's legal and public relations landscapes.

LINKS

NYT AND LAWSUIT https://archive.ph/0CVoc#selection-4831.20-4831.28 https://archive.ph/VghiA https://www.documentcloud.org/documents/25473284-bi-https-media/?

CA LAW https://www.justia.com/trials-litigation/docs/caci/1700/1701/ https://www.justia.com/trials-litigation/docs/caci/1800/1802/ https://www.justia.com/trials-litigation/docs/caci/1900/1902/ https://www.justia.com/trials-litigation/docs/caci/300/305/ https://www.casp.net/california-anti-slapp-first-amendment-law-resources/statutes/c-c-p-section-425-16/

FUTURE https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/blake-lively-sues-justin-baldoni-sexual-harassment-it-ends-with-us-1236097463/ https://x.com/spiritualshift_/status/1876836375720612144 https://thenewfeminist.co.uk/2025/01/people-really-want-to-hate-on-women-what-the-backlash-against-blake-lively-for-her-justin-baldoni-complaint-warns-of-modern-misogyny/

Speakers

Richard Hoeg

Host • 100%

Chapters

0:00	Introduction and greetings
2:32	Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldini discussion
4:10	Sponsor acknowledgment and thanking supporters
5:11	PR battles, media manipulation, and trust
7:51	Influence of PR on social media
9:22	Media incentives and listener feedback
12:09	Legal aspects, anti-SLAPP laws, and New York Times article analysis
24:51	Anonymous defendants and journalistic integrity
28:32	Defamation, libel, and social media controversies
45:57	Organic vs. orchestrated campaigns and defamation case requirements
50:28	Internal conflicts in production and role of Stephanie Jones
57:34	Allegations of inappropriate behavior and media responsibility
1:03:05	Depp v Heard comparison and defamation suits
1:07:22	Anti-SLAPP law and jurisdictional impacts
1:12:27	Film completion, hostile takeovers, and retaliation claims
1:18:04	Federal court considerations and PR battle reliability
1:23:07	Creative control and internal communications in film production
1:27:34	Legal vs. ethical media reporting and premiere issues
1:30:16	Personal impact and abuse of harassment allegations
1:34:27	Fame's impact and threats of additional lawsuits
1:36:12	Sponsor: Sandy's gifted memberships
1:37:26	Hollywood PR ethics and lawsuit jurisdiction details
1:47:19	Lawsuit messaging, film vision, and production challenges
1:56:15	Script alterations and production impact
2:01:46	Allegations against Lively and legal representation importance
2:09:04	Writing process and safety on set
2:13:37	Double standards and breastfeeding incident claims
2:17:03	Demands, production resumption, and editing involvement
2:25:29	Producer credit disputes and Sony's actor management
2:30:48	Losing Control
2:34:03	The Value of Conflict Resolution
2:38:54	Premieres and Church Basements
2:49:07	Who is this lawsuit about?
4:15:36	Circumventing NDA?
2:52:35	Stephanie Jones
2:56:33	The New York Times
3:02:43	Libel
3:12:47	False Light
3:16:35	Contract Law?
3:21:51	Concluding Thoughts and Thank Yous

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