Ryan Reynolds Seeks to Escape Lawsuit, Abandons Struggling Wife Blake Lively

In a bold legal move, Ryan Reynolds is seeking to have the defamation lawsuit filed against him by Justin Baldoni dismissed, while also taking a few sharp jabs at the actor-turned-director. The ongoing legal saga has placed Reynolds at the center of controversy, with the actor requesting that a judge clear him of any involvement in the case, which he believes is baseless and aimed at causing him unnecessary harm. 

At the heart of this dispute is an accusation by Baldoni that Reynolds’ new role in the Deadpool movie, specifically a character named Nicepool, was a personal attack. However, Reynolds firmly disagrees with the claims and argues the case should be thrown out of court entirely.

According to the legal documents, obtained by TMZ, Reynolds’ legal team has filed a motion to dismiss Baldoni's defamation suit. The lawsuit stems from Baldoni’s reaction to what he perceived as an unflattering portrayal in the Deadpool franchise. Baldoni, who has been an outspoken advocate for certain social causes, believed that the character of Nicepool in the movie was a direct jab at him, especially given the character's satirical nature.

In his filing, Reynolds is clear in his stance: Baldoni’s outrage over a fictional character's portrayal in a satirical movie does not warrant legal action.

Reynolds' legal team is making a forceful argument that the lawsuit is an overreach and should not be entertained by the court. Reynolds has specifically pointed to Baldoni's own "thin-skinned outrage" as the core of the issue, stating that Baldoni has taken a minor incident from a fictional movie and blown it out of proportion. The actor claims that the defamation suit is nothing more than a personal attack aimed at tarnishing his reputation and embarrassing him publicly.

One of the more controversial aspects of this legal battle is Reynolds’ comment about Baldoni’s character being a "predator." According to Reynolds, this statement is constitutionally protected as an opinion, making it immune from defamation claims. The actor argues that even if the court were to find the statement defamatory, it is still substantially true and should be considered a form of free speech. This defense is central to Reynolds' argument, as he emphasizes his First Amendment right to express his views freely, particularly in a case that involves a public figure like Baldoni.

In addition to defending his comments, Reynolds is also taking aim at the nature of Baldoni's lawsuit itself. He has described the legal action as essentially a "burn book" — a term often used to describe personal grievances being aired publicly in a vindictive manner.

Reynolds believes that the lawsuit is less about protecting a reputation and more about trying to shame him for supporting his wife, Blake Lively, who has been an integral part of the ongoing drama.

Blake Lively, Reynolds' wife, has been a target of criticism herself in recent months, with many calling her and her husband "bullies" for their public interactions. According to Reynolds’ legal representation, the defamation lawsuit is a direct attack on his character for simply defending his wife and standing by her side.

The legal team made a pointed remark to TMZ, emphasizing that Reynolds’ actions — including his defense of Lively — should be seen as those of a supportive and protective husband, not as those of a man seeking to harm others.

Lawyers representing Reynolds, Mike Gottlieb and Esra Hudson, reiterated that Reynolds is well within his rights to express his opinions about Baldoni. "Mr. Reynolds has a First Amendment right to express his opinion of Mr. Baldoni," they stated, adding that this right should be comforting to people who have previously labeled Reynolds and Lively as "bullies" and worse over the past year.

The legal team further suggested that the case against Reynolds was motivated by personal grievances, rather than legitimate legal claims, and that Baldoni’s suit was an attempt to leverage public opinion against Reynolds.

Meanwhile, Reynolds’ spokesperson took to the media to further clarify his stance on the matter, stating that the lawsuit was an attempt to shame him for being the man he is — a man who is confident enough to listen to and support his wife. This comment alludes to the public persona Baldoni has cultivated in recent years, portraying himself as a compassionate, sensitive figure.

Reynolds’ defense, therefore, paints the lawsuit as a reaction to his own success in showing a different side of masculinity — one that involves standing by his loved ones and expressing his opinions without fear of retribution.

As of now, the outcome of this case remains uncertain, but Reynolds is firm in his desire to put the legal drama to rest. He is asking the court to dismiss the claims against him with prejudice, ensuring that Baldoni cannot file the same suit again in the future.

While the legal battle continues, it is clear that Reynolds is not backing down and is willing to fight for his rights to free speech and the protection of his reputation.