History of Justin Baldoni in Timeline

Justin Baldoni is an American actor and director prominent for his role as Rafael Solano in the television series *Jane the Virgin* (2014-2019). He has also gained recognition for his work behind the camera, directing films such as *Five Feet Apart* (2019), *Clouds* (2020), and *It Ends with Us* (2024), where he also stars.

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January 24, 1984: Justin Baldoni's Birth

On January 24, 1984, Justin Louis Baldoni was born. He is an American actor and director.

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May 2016: Belly Bump App Launch

In May 2016, Justin Baldoni launched Belly Bump, a time-lapse video app designed for pregnant women and new mothers.

December 2018: Baldoni Speaks at End Well Symposium

In December 2018, Justin Baldoni spoke at the End Well Symposium about the value of contemplating death to enhance the quality of life.

December 2024: Baldoni alleges sexual trauma

In December 2024, Justin Baldoni claimed he experienced "sexual trauma" in a prior relationship during his university years, explaining his struggle to accept that a man could be sexually traumatized by a woman.

December 2024: Lawsuits and Allegations Surrounding "It Ends with Us"

In December 2024, after the release of "It Ends with Us," Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively became embroiled in legal battles. Lively accused Baldoni and his production company of sexual harassment, which Baldoni denied, leading him to sue Lively and Ryan Reynolds for defamation. Additionally, Baldoni sued The New York Times for libel over their investigation into Lively's allegations.

December 20, 2024: Lively Submits CRD Complaint

On December 20, 2024, Blake Lively submitted a complaint to the California Civil Rights Department (CRD), accusing Justin Baldoni and Wayfarer Studios of sexual harassment and intimidation during the production of "It Ends with Us".

December 21, 2024: Fallout from Harassment Allegations

On December 21, 2024, following allegations of sexual harassment against Justin Baldoni, the talent agency WME dropped him as a client, Colleen Hoover expressed support for Blake Lively, Vital Voices rescinded Baldoni's Voices of Solidarity Award, Liz Plank resigned from the Man Enough podcast, and Sony Pictures issued a statement standing by Lively and condemning attacks against her.

December 31, 2024: Lively Files Lawsuit Against Baldoni and Wayfarer

On December 31, 2024, Blake Lively officially filed a lawsuit against Justin Baldoni, his film studio Wayfarer, and public relations representatives, accusing them of sexual harassment.