Blake Lively Faces Set Cruelty Allegations Amid Lawsuit

Blake Lively is facing serious allegations of mistreatment on the set of 'A Simple Favor,' where former assistant director Barbara Szeman accused her of being 'cruel' and causing Szeman to quit her role. Szeman's comments, initially posted on Instagram and later deleted, described how she often cried after work due to Lively's alleged behavior, which Szeman suggests is coming back to haunt the actress amid her legal battle with 'It Ends With Us' co-star Justin Baldoni. Lively is currently embroiled in a $400 million lawsuit with Baldoni, who she accuses of sexual harassment. The accusations against Lively have gained traction as Szeman's claims were supported by others who were surprised by the allegations, given Lively's public persona. Lively's legal troubles continue as she disputes Baldoni's denial of her claims and attempts to preserve her reputation.