Overview
- The actors reached a confidential settlement on Monday, ending their yearslong dispute and canceling jury selection that was set for May 18.
- U.S. District Judge Lewis J. Liman’s April 2 ruling dismissed 10 of Lively’s 13 claims, leaving breach of contract, retaliation, and aiding-and-abetting retaliation for trial.
- Lively had accused Baldoni of on‑set sexual harassment and a coordinated online smear campaign, while he denied wrongdoing and his $400 million countersuit and separate case against the New York Times were thrown out in 2025.
- In a joint statement, the lawyers said Lively’s concerns deserved to be heard and voiced a commitment to safe workplaces, without disclosing any settlement terms.
- Talks accelerated after the April ruling, with meetings over the weekend that produced the deal on Monday, according to NBC News.