Taylor Swift agrees to deposition in Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni lawsuit

In the United States, the ongoing legal dispute between actors Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni has prompted third-party involvement from pop star Taylor Swift. Lively accused Baldoni of sexual harassment during the production of the film 'It Ends With Us', which was released in August 2024. Following Lively's legal action filed in December 2024, Baldoni filed a countersuit against both Lively and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, alleging defamation and extortion. The complexity of the case has led to further claims, including a scrutiny of Swift's involvement based on her friendship with Lively. Swift's legal representation has stated that while she possesses no significant information relevant to the case, she can be available for deposition if required. Despite her lack of formally agreeing to participate, Swift's schedule permits a deposition during the week of October 20, 2025. This timeline, however, raises concerns regarding the trial scheduled for March 2026 as the discovery deadline temporarily ends at the end of September 2025. There are ongoing disputes regarding the necessity and timing of Taylor Swift's deposition, with Lively’s representatives arguing that bringing Swift into the mix seems primarily driven by media strategy rather than genuine legal necessity. As the case evolves, both sides continue to engage in back-and-forth legal exchanges, suggesting that a resolution is not imminent.