Blake Lively's Emotional Reaction After Winning $400M Lawsuit

Blake Lively 'Cried with Relief' After Justin Baldoni's $400 Million Lawsuit Dismissed: Exclusive Details In a surprising turn of events, a $400 million lawsuit filed by actor Justin Baldoni against Blake Lively has been dismissed by a judge. The news, which broke on June 9th, 2025, sent shockwaves through Hollywood. According to exclusive sources close to Lively, the actress reacted with intense emotion to the news, reportedly 'crying with relief'. "She's obviously relieved. They both are," one source told PEOPLE. Another added, "She feels vindicated." The lawsuit, which accused Lively and her husband Ryan Reynolds of extortion and defamation, was ultimately deemed without merit by Judge Lewis J. Liman. While Baldoni's lawyers have yet to respond to PEOPLE's request for comment, the dismissal marks a significant victory for Lively and her legal team. "Everyone is happy," a source close to the legal proceedings confirmed. The case highlights the often-intense legal battles that can arise in the entertainment industry. The dismissal brings closure to a high-profile case, leaving many wondering about the future implications for similar disputes.