Blake Lively, Alexis Bledel, America Ferrera and Amber Tamblyn present memorabilia from the new movie "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants," at Planet Hollywood in New York City, May 25, 2005. © Brian ZAK

America Ferrera, Amber Tamblyn, and Alexis Bledel stand by Blake Lively with a joint statement

Lively's co-stars from the Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants stand united in support of her case against Justin Baldoni.


DECEMBER 23, 2024 1:30 AM EST

As many anticipated, Blake Lively has finally addressed the rumors that surfaced during the filming and the later release of the movie 'It Ends With Us.' There have been considerable concerns and speculations regarding her strained relationship with Justin Baldoni, her co-star and the film's director. This was further highlighted recently when the actress lodged a complaint with the California Department of Civil Rights against Baldoni, accusing him of "sexual harassment" and intentionally orchestrating a plan to "damage her reputation."

Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively are seen on the set of 'It Ends with Us' © Jose Perez/Bauer-Griffin

Lively asserts in a legal complaint reported by The New York Times that she endured sexual harassment, numerous breaches of her personal boundaries, and a calculated scheme intended to tarnish her reputation. In addition, the actress holds Baldoni, her co-star and director in 'It Ends with Us,' accountable for his absence in hosting the Season 50 opener of “Saturday Night Live.”

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Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni are seen on the set of "It Ends with Us" on January 12, 2024 in Jersey City, New Jersey.

The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants co-stars speak out

Alexis Bledel and Amber Tamblyn voiced their support for Lively as she initiated a sexual harassment lawsuit against Baldoni. In a powerful joint statement on Instagram, America, Amber, and Alexis united to stand in solidarity with the actress from 'It Ends With Us.'

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“As Blake’s friends and sisters for over 20 years, we stand with her in solidarity as she fights back against the reported campaign waged to destroy her reputation,” the joint statement reads. 

"Throughout the filming of 'It Ends With Us,' we saw her summon the courage to ask for a safe workplace for herself and colleagues on set, and we are appalled to read the evidence of a premeditated and vindictive effort that ensued to discredit her voice," it added. "Most upsetting is the unabashed exploitation of domestic violence survivors’ stories to silence a woman who asked for safety. The hypocrisy is astounding.”

The statement wraps up by urging readers to explore the complete legal complaint and delve into the detailed claims. It is singed by Ferrera, Tamblyn, and Bledel.