Justin Baldoni's private text messages have been released amid his ongoing legal battle against his It Ends With Us costar Blake Lively. According to court documents unsealed on Tuesday, January 20, Baldoni, 41, sent messages to Lively about their collaboration on It Ends With Us and spoke about the behind-the-scenes drama to others. In addition to Baldoni's messages, Lively's correspondence has been released as well. The actress made headlines for her communication with close friend Taylor Swift. The release of the messages comes amid his and Lively's ongoing legal battle. In December 2024, Lively filed a lawsuit against Baldoni accusing her costar and director of sexual harassment and orchestrating an alleged smear campaign against her. Baldoni has vehemently denied the allegations and countersued Lively for defamation. Baldoni's lawsuit was dismissed by a judge last year. Lively's case remains ongoing, and it is headed for trial which is scheduled for May. Keep scrolling to read Baldoni's text messages amid the legal drama: Justin Baldoni Asks for 'Prayers' Ahead of Meeting With Blake Lively Justin Baldoni sent a message to a group chat saying that he and colleague Jamey Heath were going to meet with Blake Lively and producers for a "big meeting" following her safety allegations. "First time we have seen each other in person since her safety allegations," Baldoni wrote. "Would appreciate any prayers for protection and strength/calm." One person, whose name was redacted, replied, "praying for strength and protection and angels all around you" and Rainn Wilson responded "sitting now for some prayers." Blake Lively Asks Justin Baldoni About Filming 'Body Scenes' In an exchange between Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively, the actress asked the director if it was possible to film the "body scenes at the end of the schedule." Baldoni admitted he didn't have a definitive answer to her question but offered some encouragement. "I want you to know you will look amazing. Anything you are insecure about we will talk through and get creative together and make you comfortable. I just don't want you to stress about your body," he replied. "It's the last thing you need. As soon as I have a rough schedule that's even remotely accurate I'll share and I'll make sure this team keeps this in mind as well." Justin Baldoni Hints at BTS Drama With Blake Lively In a message to Jamey Heath, Justin Baldoni asks if one of their fellow crew members knew anything about what was going on with Blake Lively or the "drama" on set. Heath shared that the colleague knew Lively got COVID and "wasn't happy" about it. Baldoni added he spoke to another colleague named Steve about what was going on. "He said he should come to sit and remind Blake who's money this is and I said that's not the best idea," Baldoni wrote. Heath replied that he also spoke to Steve about how "difficult" Lively is to work with adding, "he doesn't quite get the nuance" 'Prayers and Support' Group Chat Justin Baldoni sent a heartfelt message in a group chat asking for more good vibes as he returned to film It Ends With Us. "Hey fellas- I know it's been a while since I texted this group but alas - Jamey and I are back in New Jersey trying to finish the film and prayers are appreciated," he wrote. "Just wanted to give you a little update. These first few days have been torturous and up there with the worst of all of them. But I preface the below with the fact that I am actually okay. Jamey is more than OK. We are getting through it." Baldoni added that he was having a hard time emotionally but was persevering. "The amount I've grown since last time is even surprising me. I cried yesterday cause I felt the protection and the deep knowing I am not what I'm being portrayed as," he continued. "I feel protected and clear. Jamey has been unwavering. And I believe it will all be OK." Baldoni also claimed that he received a "legal letter" citing "how unsafe" he and the workplace were. "In an effort to gain power over me personally and the studio, we received a legal letter sighting How unsafe I and the workplace were for the Actor (s), and that she won't return to work unless we meet 17 conditions and send her the unfinished directors cut of [the] movie," Baldoni claimed "Also that she has been considering leaving the film and not returning to work because she has legal right to do so- we have responded and met the conditions and after she sees the film she will decide." Baldoni shared that the "good news" was that he was "so proud of what's been shot and cut together." However, he was struggling after the document insinuated he was being "unsafe" and "sexually harassing" others. "I believe this is in part punishment for standing my ground and not giving her little things she wanted," Baldoni wrote, seemingly referring to Lively. "[I'm] working through it and staying positive and remembering who I am. Just letting you know the situation I've been in, I appreciate prayers of protection