Justin Baldoni Ordered to Pay Blake Lively’s Legal Fees

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A judge has ordered Justin Baldoni to cover Blake Lively's legal fees in their ongoing dispute. The ruling comes as the two actors remain entangled in litigation stemming from allegations that emerged after the release of their film "It Ends with Us." Baldoni initially sued Lively for defamation following her public statements about their working relationship, but Lively countersued with her own allegations. The judge's decision to assign legal costs to Baldoni suggests the court found merit in at least some of Lively's claims or positions during preliminary proceedings. The financial burden adds another layer to what has become a high-profile legal battle between the co-stars.