Judge Dismisses Baldoni's Multi-Million Dollar Lawsuits

**Judge Dismisses Baldoni's Lawsuit Against Lively and The New York Times** A federal judge has dismissed actor Justin Baldoni’s multi-million dollar lawsuits against actress Blake Lively and The New York Times. Baldoni had countersued Lively for $400 million and The New York Times for $250 million. The judge's decision stated that The New York Times had no obvious motive to favor Lively’s version of events in their reporting. "The alleged facts indicate that the Times reviewed the available evidence and reported, perhaps in a dramatized manner, what it believed to have happened," stated the judge’s ruling. Lively’s attorney expressed satisfaction with the outcome, while Baldoni’s legal team has until June 23rd to file an amended complaint. The case highlights the complexities of defamation lawsuits and the scrutiny faced by media outlets when reporting on celebrity disputes. The ruling underscores the importance of thorough investigation and responsible reporting in the media.