Actress Blake Lively has made a significant breakthrough in her long-running defamation case against director Justin Baldoni, but the drama is far from over.
The case, which has been ongoing since 2022, saw Baldoni suing Lively for defamation over a series of tweets she posted in response to a video he shared on social media.
Baldoni, known for his work on the hit TV show 'A Million Little Things', claimed that Lively's tweets had damaged his reputation and led to a loss of business.
However, in a ruling issued earlier this month, a US court dismissed Baldoni's defamation suit, citing a lack of evidence to support his claims.
While Lively has emerged victorious in this particular battle, the war is far from over. Her team has filed a motion seeking damages and attorneys' fees, which could see Lively receive compensation for her costs.
The case has sparked widespread interest in the UK, with many following the drama unfold on social media. While the outcome of the case will be of little concern to most Brits, it does highlight the importance of protecting one's reputation in the digital age.