This is an  in-depth analysis of the ongoing legal battle between "It Ends With Us" stars Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni. It details how the conflict began with Lively's December 2024 sexual harassment allegations against Baldoni and escalated into his $400 million countersuit for defamation and extortion. The piece examines the complex web of allegations, including claims about on-set misconduct, attempted script changes, and a subsequent media smear campaign. It also covers the recent February 2025 court developments where Judge Lewis Liman warned both parties about litigating in the press, and explores how both sides have engaged in public relations strategies, including Baldoni's launch of a website containing evidence supporting his claims. The article concludes by discussing the broader implications for Hollywood and notes that while the trial is scheduled for March 2026, legal experts expect a settlement is more likely. Throughout, the piece contextualizes the dispute within larger conversations about power dynamics, workplace conduct, and crisis management in the entertainment industry.