Joe Rogan Enters Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds Feud, Defends Justin Baldoni in $400M Lawsuit and Slams Couple for ‘F**king Up’ Their Reputation”

Joe Rogan Slams Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds in Explosive $400 Million Lawsuit Drama with Justin Baldoni

March 26, 2025 – The Hollywood legal saga surrounding the 2024 film It Ends With Us has taken another dramatic turn, as podcaster Joe Rogan has entered the fray, delivering a scathing critique of A-list couple Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds. On a recent episode of The Joe Rogan Experience, Rogan sided with director and actor Justin Baldoni, accusing Lively and Reynolds of mishandling their legal battle with Baldoni, stating bluntly, “They f***ed up.” The comments, reported by TMZ in a viral X post, have reignited public interest in a dispute that has already made headlines for months.

The Roots of the Conflict

The controversy stems from the production of It Ends With Us, a romantic drama based on Colleen Hoover’s 2016 novel about domestic violence and emotional abuse. Directed by Justin Baldoni, who also co-starred alongside Blake Lively, the film was a box-office success, grossing $351 million worldwide following its August 2024 premiere. However, behind the scenes, tensions reportedly simmered between Lively and Baldoni, culminating in a series of legal actions that have since spiraled into a high-stakes Hollywood feud.

In late 2024, Lively filed a complaint with the California Civil Rights Department, accusing Baldoni of sexual harassment and intimidation during the film’s production. She alleged that Baldoni created a hostile work environment, claims that were first reported by The New York Times. Baldoni, in response, filed a $400 million defamation lawsuit in January 2025 against Lively, her husband Ryan Reynolds, their publicist Leslie Sloane, and The New York Times, alleging civil extortion, defamation, and invasion of privacy. Baldoni’s legal team accused Lively of disseminating “grossly edited, unsubstantiated, new and doctored information to the media” in an attempt to ruin his career and reputation.

The Legal Battle Heats Up

The lawsuit has since escalated with a flurry of motions and counterclaims. Lively requested a gag order against Baldoni and his representation in January 2025 after his team released footage from the set that they claimed contradicted her allegations. She described the release as a “continuation of the initial retaliation harassment” she outlined in her initial complaint. Baldoni’s attorneys, led by Bryan Freedman, opposed the gag order, arguing that The New York Times had “actively vouched for the veracity of [Lively’s] false narrative” by relying on “deceptively spliced private text messages.”

Meanwhile, Ryan Reynolds, named in Baldoni’s lawsuit, filed a motion to be dismissed from the case, calling Baldoni’s claims a “desperate effort” to push a “curated ‘bully’ image” against Lively. In his filing, Reynolds described himself as a “supportive spouse who has witnessed firsthand the emotional, reputational, and financial devastation” Lively endured, accusing Baldoni of attempting to “shame” him for standing by his wife. Lively’s team has also invoked California’s anti-SLAPP laws, which protect individuals from defamation lawsuits when speaking out about harassment, to dismiss Baldoni’s claims.

Baldoni, for his part, launched a website called The Lawsuit Info in February 2025 to present his side of the story, including a timeline of events and his formal complaint. His legal team has maintained that Lively and Reynolds orchestrated a campaign to “hijack” the film and destroy his livelihood, pointing to their influence as Hollywood power players.

Joe Rogan Enters the Fray

Joe Rogan, known for his unfiltered takes on The Joe Rogan Experience, waded into the controversy during a Saturday episode of his podcast, joined by former UFC fighter Brendan Schaub. Rogan, who typically avoids Hollywood drama, made an exception for this case, taking a firm stance in favor of Baldoni. “You’re going up against two A-listers,” Rogan said, praising Baldoni for standing his ground against Lively and Reynolds, a move he suggested most in the industry wouldn’t dare attempt. “They f***ed up,” Rogan declared, accusing the couple of mishandling the situation and damaging their own reputation in the process.

Rogan’s comments, amplified by a TMZ X post that garnered significant attention, have added fuel to an already fiery public discourse. Fans and followers on X have reacted with a mix of opinions. User @rubytubee warned that the situation “will spiral out of control soon” if the parties don’t settle, while @fuddleduddle_nl questioned why Rogan’s involvement is making Baldoni “relevant.” Others, like @PotatoRecors, noted that “Rogan’s not holding back,” describing the situation as a classic Hollywood drama unfolding in real time.

A Hollywood Feud with No End in Sight

The legal battle shows no signs of slowing down. Lively’s publicist, Leslie Sloane, has also filed a motion to dismiss Baldoni’s lawsuit, arguing that her statements—such as claiming the “whole cast doesn’t like Justin” and that “Blake was sexually assaulted”—were either opinions or substantially true, and thus not subject to defamation claims. Baldoni’s attorneys, however, have pushed back, asserting that California’s anti-SLAPP laws are not meant to “shield the rich and powerful from accountability.”

The involvement of Joe Rogan, whose podcast reaches millions of listeners, has brought renewed attention to the case, potentially influencing public perception of the high-profile stars involved. For Lively and Reynolds, known for their carefully curated public personas, Rogan’s criticism could pose a challenge to their reputation, especially as they navigate upcoming projects and public appearances. Baldoni, meanwhile, may find an unexpected ally in Rogan’s massive platform, though the legal merits of his case remain under scrutiny.

As the courtroom drama continues, one thing is clear: this Hollywood feud, with its mix of star power, legal maneuvering, and now Joe Rogan’s outspoken commentary, is far from over. Whether the parties will settle or continue to battle it out in court remains to be seen, but for now, the saga of It Ends With Us has become a spectacle that’s impossible to ignore.