Hugh Jackmanhas become the latest celebrity to be dragged into the legal drama betweenBlake LivelyandJustin Baldoni.
This means the 56-year-oldX-Menstar will be questioned under oath in an out-of-court interview, and his testimony could be used in the trial.
HighlightsHugh Jackman “will be deposed” in connection with Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni’s trial, a source claimed.Hugh’s deposition would be “crucial” as he is “Ryan’s good friend.”Netizens claimed Hugh has “not exactly been a very good boy this year.”The ‘X-Men’ star has been embroiled in a cheating scandal over his rumored affair with Sutton Foster.
People Also AskWhat is a deposition?A deposition is a sworn testimony that is normally given in an out-of-court setting. The deponent, or individual making the deposition, is usually a key witness in the case but can also be the plaintiff or defendant.How does a deposition help?The process allows both sides in a legal case to discover key findings or insights relevant to the case. This helps in creating a legal strategy before trial.
What is a deposition?
A deposition is a sworn testimony that is normally given in an out-of-court setting. The deponent, or individual making the deposition, is usually a key witness in the case but can also be the plaintiff or defendant.
How does a deposition help?
The process allows both sides in a legal case to discover key findings or insights relevant to the case. This helps in creating a legal strategy before trial.
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Hugh Jackman‘will be deposed’ before the trial betweenBlake LivelyandJustin Baldoni, a source claimed
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“I think our Hugh has lost the plot,” a fan lamented after the news about Hugh came out.
Hugh and Blake’s husband, Ryan Reynolds, starred together inDeadpool & Wolverine,which began filming in May 2023.
This was around the same time the contentious movieIt Ends With Us—starring Justin and Blake in key roles—also began production.
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During thefilming ofIt Ends With Us, tensions flared between Justin and Lively, and the matter escalated legally afterLively filed a lawsuit against her co-star, accusing him of sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment during the movie’s production, among other allegations.
Justin’s attorneysfired back with a $400 million lawsuitin January, accusing the actress and her actor husband of numerous charges.
The contentious movieIt Ends With Usbegan filming around the same time asDeadpool & Wolverine
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As both sides prepare for a trial in 2026, Justin’s lawyers revealed that certain high-profile figures might be deposed in the process.
“Hugh will be deposed if this goes to trial,” a source told theDaily Mail. “There is no way that he cannot.”
The source said Justin’s legal team is “doing everything” required to “get a full scope of Ryan’s conduct” during the production ofIt Ends With Us.
Hugh’s deposition could be “crucial” in the trial, the source added.
“As Ryan’s good friend, who starred in the film and was with Blake and Ryan many times in private during that time, his deposition will likely be crucial,” said the insider.
“They are not going to leave any stone unturned,” the source added.
A source claimed that Hugh’s deposition would be “crucial” as he is “Ryan’s good friend”
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Hugh’s support for Ryan and Lively was seen as he attended theIt Ends With Uspremiere in New York City.
The Australian heartthrob “helped promoteIt Ends with Us.” Moreover, it is also “unlikely” that he “wasn’t aware” of “several not-so-subtle disses about Baldoni” inDeadpool & Wolverine, the source added.
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Nicepool was portrayed as a faux feminist with a man bun. Justin has also sported the character’s hairstyle in the past.
“I don’t think you’re supposed to say that,” Deadpool said, to which Nicepool responded saying, “That’s OK. I identify as a feminist.”
Netizens claimed Hugh has “not exactly been a very good boy this year”
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A scene reportedly deleted from the film had Nicepool saying his “calling is to one day start a podcast that monetizes the women’s movement.”
Justin used to co-host a podcast namedMan Enough,often exploring themes like toxic masculinity, mental health, and gender roles.
With Ryan including “several not-so-subtle disses about Baldoni” in the film, “it’s unlikely Hugh wasn’t aware of this,” the source said.
Justin’s lawyers claimed the character Nicepool was used to mock Justin in the Marvel film
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Netizens had mixed reactions to the news of Hugh being deposed, with one saying it’s “not going to end well for Ryan and Blake.”
“Hugh Please stay out of it,” one suggested.
Only months have passed sinceHugh’s cheating scandal with Sutton Foster began unfolding. Sources claimed he was romantically involved with hisMusic Manco-star, and their affair led to his divorce from his longtime wife Deborra-Lee Furness.
Amid the cheating scandal, some believed his involvement in the Blake-Justin legal saga could further damage his reputation.
“What a trio! The Liar, The Narcissist & The cheater,” one wrote, possiblyalluding to Hugh’s rumored affair with Sutton Foster.
One claimed Hugh’s involvement was “not doing any good for his crumbling reputation”
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“Well we all know he’s not exactly been a very good boy this year,” one said about theWolverinestar.
“Omg Justin leave Hugh and Ryan alone,” said another, “they don’t deserve any of this at all.”
Taylor Swift may also be deposed ahead of the 2026 trial, Justin’s lawyer said
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Justin’s lawyer Bryan Freedman said there is a chance singer Taylor Swift could also be deposed in the ongoing battle.
“I don’t know that we’re going to depose Taylor Swift,” Bryan said.
The lawyer said it would “probably [be] a game time decision” to depose the Grammy winner.
“Anyone that reasonably has information that can provide evidence in this case is going to be deposed,” Bryan toldTMZ’sTwo Angry Menpodcast last month.
A source said the pop star is “not afraid” of being deposed in the trial involving her good friend Blake
She is “a strong woman and she’s not hiding from anything,” they added.
Netizens had plenty to say after the news of Hugh possibly being deposed
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