Justin Baldoni turned 42 amid ongoing sexual harassment allegations from his 'It Ends With Us' work, but his dad Sam is standing by him with a heartfelt Instagram post. Sam called the past year one of 'turmoil and injustice,' praising his son's character despite claims from Blake Lively and others. Mom Sharon chimed in too, thanking supporters for their 'Justice for Justin' cries.
Oh, the drama never sleeps in Hollywood! Justin Baldoni's dad, Sam, dropped a touching birthday tribute on Instagram Saturday for his son's 42nd, refusing to let the sexual harassment allegations dim his pride. 'I am so proud of my son for the man he has become and how he never stops learning about life, about love, about family and friendship and about how to show up for the people he cares about most,' Sam wrote, as reported by Yo Gossip and TMZ.
He got nostalgic about Justin's birth, sharing how it was no easy ride: his wife Sharon endured over 34 hours of labor before a cesarean, and Sam got to hold the newborn first, placing his tiny face against mom's cheek. 'It was a spiritual, very exhilarating close to God kind of experience. This little guy filled our home with such joy all those years ago and to this day his presence lights up not only our lives, but all those around him,' Sam added. 💖
Shoutout to Justin's wife, Emily Baldoni, too—Sam called her 'his truly perfect partner.' Meanwhile, mom Sharon posted her own message: 'I never imagined I would see the words, ‘Justice for Justin’ from people all over the world in support of my son. I thank you all from the depth of my soul to those who have championed him to this point in these difficult times.'
This comes as Blake Lively and others paint a darker picture of Baldoni on set, labeling him predatory. But Justin denies all claims, and his lawyer Bryan Freedman hasn't shut down settlement talks. Trial's slated for May 18—if they don't hash it out first. Family's got his back, but will the courts? Spill more tea below, darlings. 👀
