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It Ends With Us fans stunned by Justin Baldoni’s powerful speech amid Blake Lively drama: ‘Exactly how the film should be promoted’
Justin Baldoni has received an onslaught of social media support when he spoke out about domestic violence while surprising fans at an It Ends With Us screening – days after costar Blake Lively was slammed over her promotion of the movie.
In the lead-up to the movie’s release, rumors of an ongoing feud between Justin, 40, and Blake, 36, have dominated headlines – and it has resulted in both of the stars facing intense scrutiny online.
But now, Justin – who on top of acting in the film also directed it and served as one of its producers – was praised online after he made a powerful speech about the movie’s serious theme.
The film, which is based off Colleen Hoover’s novel of the same name, follows a woman named Lily Bloom, played by Blake, who becomes embroiled in an abusive relationship with a man named Ryle Kincaid, portrayed by Justin.
And the actor reminded viewers to be mindful of how the story may affect others while visiting a Los Angeles movie theater at The Grove over the weekend.
Just before the film was set to start, Justin shocked movie-goers by walking into the cinema; he then addressed the crowd and shared an important message about ‘intimate partner violence.’
‘Thank you for choosing to leave your houses and come and sit and have this experience,’ the actor said.
‘This film is about love, it’s about hope, it’s about romance. But it’s also about something very serious – intimate partner violence.
‘So I just want to say it is prevalent, it is everywhere. There’s a good chance that a few people in this room have been touched by it.
‘If you see somebody at the end of this film sitting alone and shaking or emotional, maybe consider going up to them and asking them if you can support them in some way.’
Justin added that even those who didn’t relate to what the characters went through should still take time to ‘reflect’ on its themes.
‘I ask anybody who watches this film to maybe be reflective at the end and [ask yourself], “What’s the cycle that you can break in your life?”‘ he concluded.
A clip of his speech was uploaded to TikTok by a woman named Shelsy, and it quickly went viral, gaining more than 961,000 views in a matter of hours.
And immediately, people flocked to the comment section to praise Justin for his words.
‘What a kind soul,’ one person gushed, while another agreed, ‘He’s so articulate. Refreshing.’
‘He deserves full credit to the success of the movie,’ someone else added.
‘Every producer and writer and director out there needs to be booking him,’ a fourth comment read.
A fifth said, ‘Hearing him say this feels very healing.’
‘This is how you promote: in person, in regular clothes, genuine, with love,’ a different user wrote.
‘Very demure, very considerate, very empathetic. You are truly a gem,’ someone else commented, while tagging Justin. ‘Thank you for being a voice to the voiceless.’
‘Bro genuinely cares bout the message, what a good dude,’ another supporter said.
Blake was previously scrutinized for the way she answered an interview question about the movie’s very serious themes.
When a reporter asked the Gossip Girl alum how people who related to what her character went through could talk to her about it if they saw her in person, her sarcastic response left people outraged.
Rather than encouraging domestic violence victims to seek help from professionals or sharing resources available to them, she laughed at the concept of making herself available to them.
‘For people who see this movie and relate to the topics of this movie on a deeply personal level, they’re really going to want to talk to you,’ the interviewer said.
(Armani)
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Beverly Hills Cop’ actor John Ashton dead at 76 after battle with…see more
Beverly Hills Cop” star John Ashton has died. He was 76.
The actor passed away “peacefully” in Ft. Collins, Colo., on Thursday, Page Six confirms. TMZ reports he died after a battle with cancer.
“John leaves behind a legacy of love, dedication and service,” his rep Alan Somers told us in a statement.
His memory will forever be treasured by his wife, children, grandchildren, as well as his brother, sisters, his extended family and all who loved him,” the statement continued.
John’s impact on the world will be remembered and celebrated for generations to come.”
Ashton is survived by his wife of 24 years, Robin Hoye.
He was the father of two children, Michelle Ashton and Michael Thomas Ashton, and three stepchildren. His grandson, Henry, “held a cherished place in his heart.”
He filmed over 200 movies during his 50 years in Hollywood and was well known for his role as Sergeant John Taggart in the 1984 movie “Beverly Hills Cop” with Eddie Murphy.
Ashton recently reprised his role in “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F,” which was released on Netflix in July.
In June, he attended the film’s premiere at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills, Calif.
The Massachusetts native also starred in the 1988 film “Midnight Run” alongside Robert De Niro and in John Hughes’ 1987 comedy, “Some Kind of Wonderful.”
During a break from acting, he co-hosted the “Ashton and Davis Show” on ESPN Radio.
(Armani)
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Baseball icon Ozzie Virgil Sr – the first Dominican to ever play in MLB – dead of…see more
Ozzie Virgil Sr, the first Dominican to ever play in the MLB, has died.
He was 92 years old.
Virgil Sr. began his nine-year career in 1956 with the Giants (then of New York), who remembered him on Sunday with a tribute on X.
He later spent time with the Tigers, Athletics, Orioles and Pirates before wrapping up his career back with the Giants in separate stints in 1966 and 1969.
The MLB wrote on its official X account that it was ‘deeply saddened’ to learn of his passing.
Our thoughts are with his son, two-time All-Star catcher Ozzie Virgil Jr., and the rest of the Virgil family,’ they wrote.
Virgil’s presence in the MLB opened the door for many other Dominican players to follow suit.
Today, Dominican players make up 9.83% of all MLB rosters according to World Population Review – the highest figure of any country other than the USA.
Virgil served as a utility player in the big leagues and had a career batting average of .231 with 14 home runs.
After he finished his playing career, he spent 19 years as a coach with the Giants, Expos, Padres and Mariners.
He was born in Monte Cristo, Dominican Republic on May 17, 1932.
(Armani)
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Will Taylor Swift be at Travis Kelce’s game for Chiefs-Chargers on Sunday?
Travis Kelce is back to playing NFL games in 2024, and now that Taylor Swift is off from the Eras Tour for a couple of months, she has some time when she can once again come to cheer him on at Kansas City Chiefs games. She was there for the Week 1 win and attended the Week 2 victory. She wasn’t there for the Week 3 game in Atlanta.
MORE: 8 photos of Taylor Swift having a blast at the Chiefs-Bengals game
So the question is: will she be there for the Week 4 matchup on Sunday afternoon between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Chiefs? According to our handy Taylor Swift calendar, she appears to not have anything planned that day. Which means we might see her there!
Stay tuned and we’ll see if she’s there.
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