In a significant ruling, US District Judge Lewis Liman in Manhattan dismissed most of Blake Lively’s sexual harassment claims against Justin Baldoni related to their 2024 film, *It Ends With Us*. The judge determined that the alleged misconduct occurred outside California, thus falling outside the jurisdiction of California law. However, Lively retains the right to pursue claims for retaliation and breach of contract against Baldoni’s production company, Wayfarer Studios. The lawsuit, filed in December 2024, has attracted notable attention from celebrities including Taylor Swift and Gigi Hadid, who were cited by Lively as having potentially relevant information. Baldoni's attorney argued that Lively's claims stemmed from 'petty slights' that did not constitute a hostile work environment. The judge emphasized the need for creative freedom in filmmaking, stating that actions directed toward a character do not equate to personal harassment. Despite mixed reviews, *It Ends With Us* has performed well at the box office, grossing over $351 million worldwide.