Ryan Reynolds Seeks Dismissal of Justin Baldoni's $400 Million Defamation Lawsuit

Ryan Reynolds is seeking dismissal from Justin Baldoni's $400 million defamation lawsuit, which stems from allegations made by his wife, Blake Lively, who accused Baldoni of sexual harassment. In his motion, Reynolds argues that calling Baldoni a 'predator' is a constitutionally protected opinion and that Baldoni's claims lack merit, asserting that he genuinely believes in the validity of his statements. Baldoni's attorney has countered, accusing Reynolds of being a key player in a smear campaign against Baldoni and suggesting that he is attempting to exploit his Hollywood status to evade responsibility. The legal dispute began after Lively's initial suit, which Baldoni responded to with a countersuit, claiming the couple is trying to ruin his career. Reynolds' legal team maintains that his comments are not defamatory, emphasizing that expressing negative opinions about someone's character is legally permissible. The ongoing case highlights serious allegations and the complex dynamics between the parties involved.