Kamenec, a star of Gossip Girl, has been accused of sexual harassment on the set of a recent film. Meanwhile, Justin Baldoni, another key figure in the production, asserts that he worked behind the scenes to ensure creative control over the project.
Despite skepticism surrounding the text messages that initially questioned the accuser’s claims, the case appears to be moving forward, with a court date scheduled for March 2026.
Blake Lively Fears Release of Sensitive Information
Blake Lively is reportedly concerned about the potential leak of private medical information regarding her family ahead of the court proceedings. During a recent hearing on Thursday, her legal team expressed worries that sensitive details about her security arrangements, family, and medical history could be exposed to the public.
Her lawyers claimed that information about her children or even “deep mental issues” could find its way into the media if Baldoni’s team gains access to it. It’s unclear whether Lively actually has such mental health concerns or if her lawyers are preemptively shielding her from potential smear tactics by Baldoni’s camp.
However, given the media attention surrounding the case, it seems Baldoni’s team may not need to dig deep to paint Lively in a negative light—her legal troubles alone are generating headlines.
Baldoni’s Team Denies Allegations, Calls Them “Offensive”
Baldoni’s legal team has dismissed the suggestion that they would ever release medical or mental health information as “offensive.” They also criticized Lively’s attempts to protect interviews with her husband, Ryan Reynolds, and other celebrity friends, accusing her of seeking special treatment under the law.
Lively’s attorney, Meryl Governskii, earlier argued that she was trying to prevent “irreparable damage” to Lively, Reynolds, and their respective teams by requesting that only lawyers have access to “trade secrets.”
Security Concerns and Alleged Retaliation
Lively’s legal team insisted that they must protect her and her family from a potential “retaliation campaign” allegedly orchestrated by Baldoni and his associates. They pointed out that Baldoni has hired a security company previously employed by the couple. However, when questioned by Judge Lewis Liman, Governskii clarified that she did not consider Baldoni’s lawyers a direct threat to Lively’s safety.
Lively’s team also claimed that Baldoni has an “unlimited budget” to combat her, alleging that he has “committed $100 million to destroy the lives of Mrs. Lively and her family.” This is a striking accusation against a director who was relatively unknown until Lively initiated legal proceedings.
Special Treatment for Celebrities?
During the hearing, Governskii suggested that Baldoni’s legal team was exploiting Lively’s private information for PR value, claiming that “the value of PR is greater than compliance with court orders.”
Bryan Freedman, Baldoni’s lawyer, called the accusations “offensive” and dismissed the idea that his team would ignore protective orders. He also implied that Lively and her family were seeking special treatment due to their celebrity status.
“It seems the other party is asking for exceptions because they are celebrities, because they are powerful figures in the industry, as if they are subject to a different set of laws than ordinary people,” Freedman stated.
Will Lively’s Information Remain Confidential?
Freedman assured the court that Lively’s medical records and security details would remain confidential, calling her concerns a “complete ruse.” He noted that Baldoni’s addresses had already been made public in Lively’s court filings, which he deemed “very insulting and unnecessary.”
What’s Next for the Case?
As the legal battle continues, Lively appears to be focusing on protecting her privacy and maintaining control over sensitive information. Baldoni’s addresses have already been disclosed in her filings, but her primary concern seems to be safeguarding her family’s security and well-being.
Earlier, Lively claimed that her four children—aged 2 to 9—were “traumatized” by the court proceedings. However, Baldoni also has two children who are equally aware of the ongoing legal conflict.
While the allegations of sexual harassment are serious, the case has become increasingly contentious, with both sides accusing the other of underhanded tactics. The recent claim by Lively’s lawyer about her “deep mental problems” has only added to the drama, a move that may not sit well with the judge, who has already denied her request to access Baldoni’s calls and texts.
If Lively is genuinely concerned about the potential leak of private information, she may want to consider settling the case quickly before it becomes fodder for the ever-churning news cycle.
After all, this saga doesn’t end with the dispute—it ends with her reputation and privacy on the line.
