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“Unfortunately, that project ended in a controversial legal battle with his costar, Blake Lively.

This is not the first hardship or pitfall Baldoni has faced throughout his life.

Justin Baldoni speaking

He’s even been open about sensitive topics, such as his insecurities about his body.

“When I looked in the mirror, I didn’t see what everyone else saw.

I didn’t see a teenager who was so jacked that he was accused of being on steroids.

Justin Baldoni on the red carpet in devil horns

I didn’t see the six-pack,” he wrote.

Despite becoming stronger, he still saw himself as too skinny and felt the need to work out extensively.

The actor has expressed that those feelings of inadequacy have carried over into adulthood.

Justin Baldoni and blake Lively on set for “It Ends With Us”

Since news of the scandal broke, Baldoni has been dropped by his talent agency, WME.

And his reputation has been damaged as many question his character in light of the allegations.

In December 2024, Baldoni appeared on the “How to Fail Podcast” with host Elizabeth Day.

Justin Baldoni posing in glasses

Day has since removed the episode from streaming platforms in light of Blake Lively’s allegations against Baldoni.

While on the podcast, Baldoni discussed his college relationship.

“I kind of contorted myself and my personality to be what she wanted …

Justin Baldoni looking at the camera in a blue suit

I completely lost any sense of self that I had left.

And it got very emotionally abusive,” he said (viaThe Independent).

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Justin Baldoni stands with his wife Emily Baldoni

Nevertheless, healing takes time.

His back, in particular, caused him lots of pain.

He was able to work with Dr. Adeel Khan to seek relief from his injuries.

Khan treated Baldoni with a combination of stem cells and peptides to help relieve some of his discomfort.

Justinbegan his wedding vowsrather unusually: with an apology.

He continued his vows more traditionally by promising to cherish, appreciate, and be there for Emily.

But, the strange start made it seem like he had a lot of guilt coming into their marriage.

Justin’s apology could have stemmed from his guilt surrounding his past porn addiction.

And [I] would find [myself] doing it,” he said.