Blake Lively is embroiled in a legal battle with Jed Wallace, a social media consultant, who she accuses of orchestrating a campaign against her. In a recent court filing, Lively sought to dismiss the lawsuit brought against her by Wallace, who contends that he was wrongfully implicated in a conspiracy to manipulate public opinion about the actress.

Lively’s motion revealed sensitive health information about Wallace, which has raised eyebrows given her own concerns about privacy in a separate case. Wallace’s legal team responded with a motion to dismiss, arguing that Lively’s claims lack substantive evidence. They contend that New York law does not apply in Texas, where the lawsuit was filed, and assert that Lively failed to provide specific allegations of wrongdoing.

The crux of the dispute centers around accusations that Wallace was hired by Justin Baldoni’s public relations team to implement a so-called “social combat plan.” However, Wallace’s motion refutes this, stating that there is no record of him or his company posting any disparaging content about Lively. They describe Lively’s allegations as vague and based solely on hearsay, lacking the concrete proof necessary for legal action.

Wallace’s legal team emphasizes that their client did not engage in any social media manipulation, claiming that his advice was to refrain from online activity, as Baldoni was already performing well organically. As the case progresses, particularly with a trial scheduled for March 2024, both parties will need to substantiate their claims.

The ongoing litigation highlights the complexities of public perception and the power of social media in shaping narratives. As this high-profile case unfolds, it remains to be seen how the court will navigate these intricate allegations and the implications for both Lively and Wallace.