The actress, protagonist of the film ‘É Assim Que Acaba’, sued her film colleague and director Justin Baldoni for sexual harassment and famously gained support
Actress Blake Lively, known for her role in “Gossip Girl”, filed a lawsuit against the actor and director Justin Baldoni, alleging sexual harassment during the recording of the film “É Assim que Acaba”, on which they both worked. The case, which recently came to light, has sparked solidarity among several Hollywood figures, including America Ferrera, Alexis Bledel and Amber Tamblynher colleagues from the classic “Quatro Amigas e um Jeans Viajante”.
The three actresses issued a joint statement last Sunday, the 22nd, reaffirming their support for their longtime friend. “As friends of Blake for more than 20 years, we have stood by her side as she fights against a campaign designed to destroy her reputation,” they said. According to them, during the filming of the film, Lively would have shown courage by demanding a safer working environment for everyone on set “We are horrified to read that there is evidence of a premeditated revenge effort to discredit her statements,” they added.
The case takes on an even more serious aspect as it occurs during the recording of a film that addresses domestic violence, based on the best-selling book by Colleen Hoover. Her friends highlighted the irony of the situation: “Even a woman as strong, consecrated and resourceful as our friend Blakeyou may suffer strong retaliation for daring to ask for a safe work environment.”
Author support
Colleen Hoover, author of the book and executive producer of the film, also spoke. On his social networks, he published a message of support for the actress: “Blake Lively, You have been nothing but honest, kind, supportive and patient since the day we met. Thank you for being exactly the human you are.”
According to published documents, Lively would have requested Baldoni and the studio made changes to its behavior, including stopping inappropriate content and limiting sex scenes. In a statement to The New York, the actress expressed hope that her action will inspire change and protect other targets of retaliation.
Source: Maxima
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