Controversy Arises Over Birth Scene in ‘It Ends With Us’

The production of the film It Ends With Us has come under scrutiny following conflicting accounts from its stars, Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni. Central to the controversy is a birth scene that both actors have remembered differently.

Divergent Accounts from the Set

Adam Mondschein, a friend of Justin Baldoni and involved in the production, expressed that his experiences during the filming did not align with Lively’s description provided in a recent lawsuit. “My experience working with her is very different from what she explained in the lawsuit. In fact, I was surprised to read the description of her scene,” he stated.

Concerns Over Filming Conditions

In the amended complaints filed in February 2025, Lively’s legal team argues that the filming environment on the day of the birth scene was chaotic and lacked the necessary privacy, compromising standard industry protocols for nude scene production. Allegations suggest that she had to repeatedly request proper covering between takes before receiving assistance.

Production Team’s Perspective

During the production, the film’s producers and Baldoni himself noted that they were unable to close the set adequately. Mondschein defended the professionalism of the filming process, explaining that Lively was provided with appropriate costumes, including a hospital gown and prosthetic garments to create the appearance of pregnancy. He recalled, “From what I saw, she never complained or expressed any discomfort at any time.”

Filming Choices Under Fire

An additional layer of drama emerged regarding the choice of an actor for the intimate birthing role. Lively described the casting of Baldoni’s friend as OB-GYN as invasive and humiliating, raising concerns due to the proximity required for filming the birth scene. Mondschein countered these claims by emphasizing his professional qualifications and suggesting that the insinuation of unprofessionalism was offensive.

Upcoming Legal Proceedings

As both sides prepare for a trial set for March 2026, tensions remain high. In January 2025, Baldoni countered Lively’s claims, describing her assertion of being mostly naked during filming as “fraudulent,” while claiming that the set was professionally structured. The situation has drawn attention, particularly as two unnamed female co-stars prepare to testify in support of Lively’s claims.

Conclusion

The ongoing legal battle reflects broader issues within the film industry concerning the treatment of actors during sensitive scenes. As the release date for It Ends With Us approaches, audiences will be keen to see how this story unfolds both on screen and in court.