New Voice Clips Reveal Justin Baldoni's Friendly Exchanges With Blake Lively
As Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively prepare for their courtroom confrontation in May 2026, a series of newly released voice recordings has emerged online, capturing the director's amicable conversations with his lead actress during the early stages of the 'It Ends With Us' adaptation. These audio clips, reportedly from the casting, scripting, and pre-filming phases, depict a period when Baldoni and Lively appeared to share a warm and professional relationship, starkly contrasting their current legal disputes.
Inside the Voice Notes: Praise, Casting Discussions, and Script Input
In one heartfelt message, Baldoni expresses genuine admiration for Lively, thanking her for sharing photographs from her costume fittings. He reveals that he "legit got the chills" upon seeing the images and tells her she "looked beautiful," highlighting the positive rapport they once enjoyed. The voice notes also delve into behind-the-scenes casting decisions, particularly regarding the younger version of Lively's character, Lily Bloom.
From a marketing perspective, Baldoni contemplates casting fan-favorite Abigail Cowen, acknowledging her popularity among readers of Colleen Hoover's novel. He admits wanting to "give fans what they wanted" but expresses reservations, noting that Cowen did not resemble Lively and that using a wig might detract from the story's authenticity. Ultimately, the role went to Blake Lively, as author Colleen Hoover opted to age up the characters from the book, with Isabella Ferreira cast as young Lily in the film.
Another clip touches upon Lively's contributions to the script, with Baldoni praising her writing, wit, and humor, calling her a "great writer." However, he concludes with a polite request to "not add to the pages," suggesting a collaborative yet boundary-aware dynamic during production.
Fan Reactions and the Contrast With Legal Allegations
The release of these voice clips has sparked intense reactions from fans, many of whom are siding with Baldoni in the upcoming lawsuit. One supporter commented, "My opinion: Justin Baldoni asking Blake Lively for her input is because he wanted her to be 'part of' what he thought was a professional relationship. Unfortunately, by the texts we've seen, she was love bombing him while texting Taylor how awful he was. This new narrative won't work."
Another fan referenced the infamous unsealed Taylor Swift messages, writing, "While Justin Baldoni was sending Blake Lively sweet and thoughtful voice notes, she was texting her friends calling him a doofus and a clown." These reactions underscore the ongoing online debate as court documents, texts, emails, and voice clips become public, allowing fans to scrutinize the findings against Lively's allegations.
Background on the Baldoni-Lively Legal Battle
Months after the film's release and its box office success, Blake Lively accused Justin Baldoni of sexual harassment and allegedly orchestrating a smear campaign against her. Baldoni denied these allegations and chose to countersue, though the case was later dismissed. With their legal materials now unsealed, enthusiasts of the drama have been actively discussing the discrepancies between the documented evidence and the actress's claims, setting the stage for their court appearance in 2026.
This unfolding saga not only highlights the complexities of Hollywood relationships but also raises questions about how personal and professional interactions can evolve into public legal battles, captivating audiences worldwide.
