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‘Disturbing’: ‘It Ends With Us’ Actress Jenny Slate Supports Blake Lively

In a new statement, Jenny Slate stands by her “loyal friend” in the wake of “terribly, dark, disturbing, and wholly threatening” attacks.

The It Ends With Us cast and creative team continues to rally around Blake Lively after she went public about an alleged coordinated attack on her reputation. Earlier this week, Colleen Hoover, who wrote the book the film is based on, as well as its screenplay, and actor Brandon Sklenar, who starred opposite Lively, released statements in support of the actress. Sony Pictures, which released the film, also backed Lively. Now, Jenny Slate, who played Lively’s sister in the film, is standing by her “loyal friend” and “trusted source of emotional support.”

In a statement to Today.com, Slate said, “As Blake Lively’s castmate and friend, I voice my support as she takes action against those reported to have planned and carried out an attack on her reputation. Blake is a leader, loyal friend and a trusted source of emotional support for me and so many who know and love her.” Lively filed a legal complaint on Dec. 20 against It Ends With Us director and lead actor Justin Baldoni, accusing him of sexual harassment and enlisting crisis managers to launch a smear campaign against her. “What has been revealed about the attack on Blake is terribly dark, disturbing, and wholly threatening. I commend my friend, I admire her bravery, and I stand by her side,” Slate added.