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Breaking News: Jenny Slate Stands with Costar Blake Lively After ‘Disturbing’ Justin Baldoni Claims: ‘I Admire Her Bravery’…see more
“As Blake Lively’s cast mate and friend, I voice my support as she takes action against those reported to have planned and carried out an attack on her reputation,” Slate said.
“Blake is a leader, loyal friend and a trusted source of emotional support for me and so many who know and love her.”
“What has been revealed about the attack on Blake is terribly dark, disturbing and wholly threatening,” she added. “I commend my friend, I admire her bravery, and I stand by her side.”
Reps for Slate did not respond to PEOPLE’s request for comment. Lively sued Baldoni, 40, who worked on the movie both as director and costar, for sexual harassment and orchestrating a retaliatory smear campaign.
Other defendants named in the filing include producer Jamey Health, Baldoni’s production company Wayfarer Studios and its co-founder Steve Sarowitz, as well as Jed Wallace, Melissa Nathan and Jennifer Abel, who Lively alleges were involved in the orchestrated effort to tarnish her public image.