Ryan Reynolds Seeks Dismissal of Justin Baldoni's $400M Lawsuit Over Defamation Claims

Ryan Reynolds has filed a motion to dismiss Justin Baldoni's lawsuit against him, asserting that Baldoni cannot sue over 'hurt feelings' stemming from the portrayal of the character Nicepool in 'Deadpool & Wolverine.' Baldoni's lawsuit alleges that Reynolds insulted him and attempted to damage his career following accusations of sexual harassment made by Blake Lively against Baldoni. Reynolds' legal team argued that calling someone a 'predator' is constitutionally protected opinion and that Baldoni's complaints reflect 'thin-skinned outrage.' In response, Baldoni's attorney accused Reynolds of leveraging his Hollywood influence to harm Baldoni's reputation and career, claiming Reynolds was deeply involved in a smear campaign. The ongoing legal battles involve multiple claims and counterclaims between the parties, which highlight the complex dynamics of personal and professional grievances. Reynolds maintains that he is defending his wife and has a right to express his opinions about Baldoni's character.