Justin Baldoni Alleges Blake Lively’s Lawyers Are Extorting Taylor Swift—What’s Next?
Justin Baldoni Accuses Blake Lively’s Lawyers of Extorting Taylor Swift: In a dramatic court development, Justin Baldoni’s legal team claims that Blake Lively’s attorney, Michael Gottlieb, attempted to extort music icon Taylor Swift. Baldoni’s lawyer, Bryan Freedman, alleges that Gottlieb threatened to release personal text messages unless Swift issued a supportive statement for Lively. The court filing demands disclosure of communications between Swift’s legal firm, Venable, and Gottlieb, suggesting intimidation of a witness in ongoing legal disputes involving Baldoni and Lively. Gottlieb has strongly denied these allegations, labeling them as "categorically false" and claiming the accusations arise from anonymous sources. He announced plans to seek accountability for what he termed misconduct by Baldoni’s attorneys. This exchange marks another contentious chapter in the escalating legal battle between the stars.
FAQ
What allegations has Justin Baldoni’s team made against Blake Lively’s lawyers?
Baldoni’s team alleges that Lively’s attorney, Michael Gottlieb, tried to extort Taylor Swift by demanding she issue a supportive statement or face the release of private text messages.
How did Blake Lively’s lawyer respond to the allegations?
Gottlieb categorically denied the allegations, calling them "cowardly" and asserting that they come from unverified anonymous sources. He plans to file motions for accountability regarding these claims.
What is the ongoing legal dispute involving Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively?
The dispute centers around legal issues that have seen multiple updates, with Baldoni’s claims now implicating Lively’s legal team in alleged witness intimidation concerning Taylor Swift.
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