“Justin Baldoni’s Surprising Apology to Blake Lively Leaked: What Did He Say About the Controversial Rooftop Scene?”

In the glamorous yet turbulent world of Hollywood, behind-the-scenes drama often unfolds far beyond what fans see on screen. Recently, a voice note allegedly featuring Justin Baldoni apologizing to Blake Lively during the production of It Ends With Us has surfaced, adding an unexpected layer to an already complex narrative. As Baldoni expresses remorse over changes Lively made to a pivotal rooftop scene—where their characters first connect—one has to wonder: can a heartfelt apology bridge the chasm created by legal battles and serious accusations? Months later, both actors find themselves embroiled in lawsuits that feature shocking claims and counterclaims, showcasing just how quickly relationships can sour in the spotlight. Grab your popcorn, as this story is just getting started. Curious about the details? LEARN MORE.

Justin Baldoni is heard apologising to Blake Lively in an alleged voice note sent during the production of It Ends With Us.

The director and actor, 41, was said to have questioned changes Lively made to a rooftop scene, where the characters meet initially meet.

This was reportedly months before the pair filed lawsuits against one another.

Across the two lawsuits, Lively claimed he sexually harassed her on set and then issued a smear campaign after she spoke up.

Baldoni has denied the allegations and has countersued with a £326 million lawsuit for damages, including defamation and lost future income.

Justin Baldoni’s alleged voice notes

In his lawsuit, Baldoni claims he was forced to accept a revised version of the rooftop scene allegedly written by Lively, who later said it was written by her husband Ryan Reynolds, also named in the suit.

This was reportedly due to the fact that Lively is good friends with Taylor Swift, whose song was used in the scene, and he didn’t want to upset her.

“I want to start with an apology. Reading the second part of your message. My heart sank and I’m really sorry. I for sure fell short,” the director allegedly said in the April 2023 voice note at 2am.

“I just wanted to say thank you for sharing that with me.

“That takes a lot of trust and vulnerability. And I just I feel really grateful that you feel safe enough to tell me that that’s how you feel and share that with me.”

The alleged voice note from April 2023 sees Justin Baldoni apologise to Blake Lively (Jose Perez/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images)

He continued to apologise, calling it ‘a fail on my part’.

“One thing you should know about me is I will admit and apologize when I fail. I am far from perfect. I am a very flawed man. As my wife will attest,” Baldoni added.

“I’m going to f**k up. I’m going say the wrong thing. I’m going to put my foot in my mouth. I’m going to p**s you off, probably. But I will always apologise and then find my way back to centre. That is one thing I can assure you of.”

Addressing Lively’s supposed response to Baldoni’s reaction when he saw the rewrites, he said: “I’m sorry I made you feel that way.

“That must have felt terrible. And I will for sure do better. That was not my best weekend. And I should have given it more time.”

“Aside from the fact that the two of the most creative people on the planet, the three of you guys together, it’s unbelievable. Talk about energy force, all three of you,” Baldoni said, supposedly a nod to her husband and Swift.

“You and I have been trying to build a relationship which I think we’ve done successfully. Here we are talking together at 2am in the morning. But largely via text and voicemail and I will admit, that’s not my biggest strength.”

He added: “I love being with people and being in somebody’s space and being face-to-face and I think that’s where I excel. But I’ve definitely fallen short at times in our texts and voicemail exchanges because there’s so much to communicate and so much happening.

“All I have to say is I’m really looking forward to spending time together and I believe that’s going to go a long way for our chemistry, which I believe is there. It’s been there from the start so I was so damn excited when you agreed to do this film. I believe it comes from us both being so hard working and having a vision.

“I’m excited to have a creative partner in that with you.”

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni’s lawsuits explained

Justin Baldoni is heard apologising to Blake Lively in an alleged voice note sent during the production of It Ends With Us (Jose Perez/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images)

Lively filed her first lawsuit against Baldoni, producer Jamey Heath, Baldoni’s publicist Jennifer Abel, and others in December 2024, claiming he sexually harassed her on set and then issued a smear campaign after she spoke up.

Earlier this month, she filed a second lawsuit alleging Baldoni engaged in inappropriate behaviour, which included a scene where their characters performed a slow dance.

Footage of the scene has since been made available to the public, which can be viewed above.

The It Ends with Us director and actor has countersued Lively and her husband Reynolds for £326 million.

Baldoni has accused Lively and her husband of hijacking the production and promotion of the film.

“This is a case about two of the most powerful stars in the world deploying their enormous power to steal an entire film right out of the hands of its director and production studio,” the suit says.

“Then, when Lively and Reynolds’ efforts failed to win them the acclaim they believed they so richly deserved, they turned their fury on their chosen scapegoat.”

Damages include control and extortion, defamation and false allegations, marketing conflicts, professional and personal damages, collaborative breakdown and false narrative and media manipulation.

When will Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni’s lawsuit go to trial?

Judge Lewis J. Liman has said the trial will take place on 9 March, 2026, as reported by People.

A set pre-trial hearing regarding Lively’s prospective request for a gag order has been brought forward, scheduled for 3 February.

Will Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni’s trial be on TV?

LA attorney Gregory Doll, who is not involved in the case, predicts that the trial will not be televised.

“By filing in federal court, they foreclosed the possibility that there will be any cameras in the proceedings,” the partner at Doll Amir & Eley, told People.