The ongoing legal battle between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni has sparked the interest of documentary filmmakers, with Warner Bros. Discovery U.K. & Ireland announcing a new docuseries titled “Baldoni vs. Lively: A Hollywood Feud.” The series, produced by Optomen, will delve into the heated dispute between the actor and her “It Ends With Us” director, offering a detailed look at the lead-up to their impending court cases. Scheduled to premiere on Discovery+ in June, the show promises to provide a forensic examination of the Hollywood clash that has captivated audiences.
This new project is part of WBD’s “vs” true crime series, which has previously explored high-profile disputes such as “Johnny vs. Amber: The U.S. Trial,” “Vardy vs. Rooney: The Wagatha Trial,” and “Kim vs. Kanye: The Divorce.” Joining “A Hollywood Feud” on Discovery+ in July is “Rubiales vs Hermoso: The World Cup Kiss,” a two-part series produced by Optomen. This documentary focuses on the aftermath of a controversial kiss that overshadowed Spain’s victory against England in the 2023 Women’s World Cup.
In the first episode, viewers will hear from Luis Rubiales, the former president of the Royal Spanish Football Federation, who faced backlash for kissing star player Jenni Hermoso and was subsequently accused of sexual assault. Rubiales will share his perspective on the incident, shedding light on the events that led to his resignation in 2023. The second episode will feature insights from Hermoso’s teammates, including Laia Codina, as they discuss the issue of consent surrounding the controversial kiss that Hermoso described as “staining one of the happiest days of my life.”
With these compelling new additions to Discovery’s lineup, audiences can expect a deep dive into the personal and legal battles that have captivated the entertainment industry and sports world. Stay tuned for the premiere of “Baldoni vs. Lively: A Hollywood Feud” and “Rubiales vs Hermoso: The World Cup Kiss” on Discovery+ this summer.
