Justin Baldonis Loses Costly Lawsuit Against The New York Times

Actor and director Justin Baldoni has been ordered to pay a six-figure sum to The New York Times following the dismissal of a lawsuit he filed against the publication. The court ruling concludes a legal battle over reporting related to the production of the film It Ends With Us, according to reports from July 28, 2026.

Court Order for Six-Figure Payment

The court ordered Baldoni to pay a specific six-figure amount to The New York Times after his legal action against the news organization failed. While the exact total was not detailed in the initial discovery reports, the financial penalty serves as a consequence of the lawsuit’s failure in court.

The dispute centered on the publication’s coverage of Baldoni and the internal dynamics of the film It Ends With Us. Baldoni had sought legal recourse against the outlet for its reporting on the project’s production, but the court ultimately ruled against him.

Context of the Legal Dispute

The litigation followed a series of reports regarding the professional relationship and friction between Baldoni and his co-star during the filming of It Ends With Us. The New York Times had published details concerning the atmosphere on set and the creative disagreements that occurred during the movie’s development.

Baldoni’s attempt to hold the publication accountable for these reports resulted in the current court order. The ruling affirms the publication’s right to report on the production disputes, leaving Baldoni responsible for the resulting financial costs.