Actress Blake Lively has launched a groundbreaking legal case that could reshape the relationship between Hollywood stars and online influencers. At the center of the controversy is a sexual-harassment lawsuit she filed against co-star Justin Baldoni, with allegations that his team coordinated a retaliatory smear campaign using social-media influencers to damage her reputation.
According to court filings and multiple press reports, Lively’s legal team has issued over 100 subpoenas to major influencer accounts , including personalities such as Perez Hilton and Candace Owens,demanding communication records and data tied to the alleged online campaign. The move exposes how much power social-media figures now hold in shaping public narratives and reputations.
Experts say this case could set a historic precedent for how influencers are held accountable under defamation laws, as the line between digital commentary and mainstream journalism continues to blur. “The dynamics are shifting,” said one media analyst. “The person behind the screen may now have more influence than the person in front of the camera.”
For Blake Lively, this battle goes beyond the courtroom. It’s a fight for control, truth, and integrity in a world where fame and cancel culture collide,and where a single viral post can rewrite a celebrity’s entire career.
