• Joe Rogan weighed in on the legal battle between Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively, and Justin Baldoni, siding with Baldoni and calling the situation “crazy.”
  • The lawsuit began with Lively accusing Baldoni of harassment and misconduct, prompting Baldoni to countersue for $400 million, plus a separate $250 million libel suit against The New York Times.
  • The case is expected to head to trial in March 2026, with Reynolds filing motions to dismiss and tensions continuing to rise.

Podcaster Joe Rogan has entered the conversation surrounding the heated legal battle between Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively, and It Ends with Us actor-director Justin Baldoni. Rogan, never one to shy away from controversy, firmly sided with Baldoni, calling the situation “crazy” and criticizing Lively and Reynolds for what he sees as a misstep in their approach.

 

“They f—– up,” Rogan said on his podcast. “Ryan’s trying to get out of it now. He’s trying to get out of the lawsuit, and they’re like, ‘you are a key part of this.’ Baldoni’s suing The New York Times, and he’s got a great case there, too. Especially a guy like that who's, like, known for being a really sweet, nice guy, and then he’s, like, ‘Alright, enough.’”

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The legal clash started late last year when Blake Lively filed a lawsuit against Justin Baldoni. She alleged inappropriate on-set behavior, harassment, and even an ongoing smear campaign during the production of Sony Pictures’ It Ends with Us, which Baldoni not only starred in but also produced and directed.

The Legal Back-and-Forth

In response, Baldoni countersued, filing a massive $400 million lawsuit against Lively, her husband Ryan Reynolds, and her PR representative Leslie Sloane. His claims ranged from extortion and defamation to breach of contract. Baldoni also launched a separate $250 million libel lawsuit against The New York Times. The tension between the two sides has only escalated since then.

Rogan continued, highlighting receipts from alleged text conversations. “You literally have a text exchange back and forth,” he said. “They just never thought that anybody was going to come out with the receipts.”

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What’s Next?

Reports suggest the case is likely heading to trial in March 2026, leaving plenty of time for both sides to prepare. Meanwhile, Reynolds has reportedly filed motions to dismiss the defamation suit against him, with mixed public reactions.

At a recent Saturday Night Live special, Reynolds even joked about the ongoing lawsuits during an audience Q&A, attempting to lighten the mood.

A Hopeful Outlook

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While the legal drama continues, Rogan’s remarks underscore the emotional toll high-profile disputes can take. Baldoni, known for his warm demeanor and grounded personality, appears resolute in standing his ground. Beyond the courtroom battles, fans are hopeful that all parties involved can find resolution and focus on what matters most: family, friendships, and personal growth.

The Dupree Report has reached out to representatives for Justin Baldoni, Blake Lively, and Ryan Reynolds for comment.

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