Celebrity Chef Giada De Laurentiis's ex-husband, Todd Baldoni, has scored a significant victory in his defamation lawsuit against actress Blake Lively. A judge has dismissed most of Lively's claims, a major blow to her defense in the high-profile case. The lawsuit stems from a 2010 incident in which Baldoni allegedly made unwanted advances towards Lively's sister, and Lively subsequently publicly denounced him on social media. The judge's ruling has sparked concerns that Lively may be held liable for her comments, which could have significant implications for celebrities and public figures facing similar allegations in the future.


Judge dismisses most of Blake Lively claims in harassment suit against Baldoni  BBC