Blake Lively is coming in hotter than a courtroom cross-exam, and if you’re on Justin Baldoni’s team — you might want to lawyer up.
According to new legal docs obtained by TMZ, Blake has filed motions to compel subpoenas against not one, not two, but eight executives tied to Justin Baldoni’s production company, Wayfarer Studios. The subpoenas stem from the increasingly messy legal drama tied to the film adaptation of “It Ends With Us.”
And let’s just say — no one’s getting spared.
“You get a subpoena! And YOU get a subpoena!”
— basically Blake right now, channeling Oprah Winfrey energy.
???? The Subpoena Squad: Who’s on Blake’s List?
Lively’s legal team has officially served third-party subpoenas to the following Wayfarer insiders:
- Ashmi Elizabeth Dang
- Ahmed Musiol
- Mitz Toskovic
- Tera Hanks
- AJ Marbory
- Jennifer Benson
- Shekinah Reese
- Jarriesse Blackmon
According to the docs, these subpoenas were originally issued back in March, but Blake is now going to court to force compliance. Her legal filings request the court’s help to compel these individuals to hand over documents or testify — potentially exposing the inner workings of the embattled project.
What’s This All About? The ‘It Ends With Us’ Chaos
If you’re wondering why this film adaptation is suddenly dripping with courtroom drama, here’s the quick tea:
- “It Ends With Us”, the film version of Colleen Hoover’s best-selling novel, has been in production limbo and PR hell since it was announced.
- Blake Lively stars in and was reportedly involved in production and creative decisions.
- Justin Baldoni — also a lead actor in the film — is producing under his Wayfarer Studios banner.
- But behind the scenes, things have turned legally toxic, with alleged disputes over control, creative direction, and rights.
The subpoenas suggest Lively’s legal team is digging deep — possibly to build a case or defend against claims related to production decisions, financial dealings, or intellectual property.
???? Remember When Taylor Swift Got Dragged Into This?
Yup, it gets messier.
In a plot twist no one saw coming, **Justin Baldoni’s legal team had previously tried to subpoena Blake’s bestie, Taylor Swift. That didn’t go far — they backed off before it escalated.
But Blake? She’s clearly not playing the same game. Instead of retreating, she’s charging full steam ahead — dragging Baldoni’s team into the spotlight.
Why the Subpoenas Matter
Subpoenas aren’t casual emails. They’re legal demands — and if these Wayfarer execs don’t comply, they could face court sanctions or forced depositions.
The fact that Blake’s team is willing to go public with enforcement motions shows she’s not backing down and likely has a larger strategy in motion.
Whether it’s about ownership, money, or reputation — the battle over “It Ends With Us” is now much more than just a book-to-film adaptation. It’s a real-life drama with stars, lawyers, and maybe even a few NDA breaches.
???? What Happens Next?
With court documents now in play, all eyes are on how Justin Baldoni’s camp will respond.
Will Wayfarer Studios fight back?
Will this stall the film’s release — again?
Will more subpoenas follow?
Only time (and more legal filings) will tell.
???? TPR Asks:
Is Blake Lively doing too much — or just defending her vision?
Should “It Ends With Us” even move forward at this point?
Sound off in the comments — and stay with The Pop Radar (TPR) for the latest twists in this Hollywood legal showdown.
