"I am not the villain": Lizzo responds to sexual harassment lawsuit, calls dancers’ claims "false"
1 year, 5 months ago

"I am not the villain": Lizzo responds to sexual harassment lawsuit, calls dancers’ claims "false"

Salon  

Lizzo responded Thursday after three of her former backup dancers filed a lawsuit, alleging sexual harassment and accusing the four-time Grammy winner of creating a hostile work environment. In a statement posted across social media, Lizzo said she's "hurt" and called the "false allegations" both "unbelievable" and "outrageous." The lawsuit was filed on Tuesday in Los Angeles County Superior Court against Lizzo, her production company, Big Grrrl Big Touring, Inc.; and her dance team captain, Shirlene Quigley. Lizzo dismissed the allegations, calling them "sensationalized stories," and said the former employees "have already publicly admitted that they were told their behavior on tour was inappropriate and unprofessional."

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Lizzo denies sexual harassment allegations from ex-dancers: ‘I did nothing wrong’
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Lizzo denies sexual harassment allegations from ex-dancers: ‘I did nothing wrong’

LA Times  

Lizzo said she was “completely surprised” after three former touring dancers filed a sexual harassment lawsuit against her last year. “I was literally living the dream,” Lizzo said Thursday on the “Baby, This is Keke Palmer” podcast — her first interview since the lawsuit news broke. “People now will just believe anything bad about you.” The dancers’ attorney Ron Zambrano …

Defiant Lizzo claims she did 'nothing wrong' amid sexual harassment lawsuits
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Defiant Lizzo claims she did 'nothing wrong' amid sexual harassment lawsuits

Daily Mail  

Lizzo has broken her silence on sexual harassment cases filed against her last year by three of her former dancers and her ex-stylist. The singer, 36, was sued by Asha Daniels in September 2023 who alleged a 'sexualized, racially charged, and illegal work environment' while working for the star's Big Grrrl Big Tour company. Lizzo has broken her silence on …

Lizzo handed first legal victory against ex-employees in bullying and harassment suit
4 weeks, 2 days ago

Lizzo handed first legal victory against ex-employees in bullying and harassment suit

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Lizzo has been granted a …

Lizzo responds after her ‘I Quit’ post sparks tension among fans
9 months ago

Lizzo responds after her ‘I Quit’ post sparks tension among fans

Hindustan Times  

Melissa Viviane ‘Lizzo’ Jefferson is blowing away the speculation smoke! The singer and songwriter, took to Instagram to dispel any misconceptions stemming from her previous statement, “getting tired of putting up with being dragged by everyone in my life and on the internet.” ‘I quit giving any negative energy’ not music: Lizzo In the Insta video, she clarified, “I want …

Lizzo asks Los Angeles court to dismiss designer’s ‘salacious’ harassment lawsuit
1 year ago

Lizzo asks Los Angeles court to dismiss designer’s ‘salacious’ harassment lawsuit

LA Times  

Lizzo claimed in her motion to dismiss the lawsuit that designer Asha Daniels “failed to perform the work she was assigned.” Lizzo, facing multiple harassment allegations from former employees, has made moves to put one lawsuit to rest. The “Truth Hurts” singer requested that Los Angeles court officials dismiss a September harassment and discrimination lawsuit filed by New York designer …

Lizzo planning to sue former backup dancers for ‘malicious prosecution’, lawyer says
1 year, 4 months ago

Lizzo planning to sue former backup dancers for ‘malicious prosecution’, lawyer says

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Lizzo’s lawyer has said the …

Lizzo’s brand was built on empowerment and acceptance. Her accusers tell another story
1 year, 4 months ago

Lizzo’s brand was built on empowerment and acceptance. Her accusers tell another story

LA Times  

In February, the pop singer Lizzo won the Grammy for record of the year for “About Damn Time,” her exuberant 2022 disco-funk single. Lizzo’s attorney Martin Singer said in a statement that claims against Lizzo and Big Grrrl Big Touring are “provably false and without merit, and that will be established in the pending litigation with significant documentary evidence and …

Lizzo's Big Grrrls Share Support For Singer Amid Sexual Harassment Lawsuit
1 year, 4 months ago

Lizzo's Big Grrrls Share Support For Singer Amid Sexual Harassment Lawsuit

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING The Big Grrrls, Lizzo’s dance crew, thanked the pop star “for shattering limitations” on her Special Tour after former dancers alleged in a lawsuit that Lizzo threatened and harassed them. The current crew, in an Instagram post on Thursday, reflected on touring with Lizzo and said they were “honored to share the stage with such amazing talent.” …

‘Thank you for shattering limitations’: Lizzo's current dancers praise her after sexual harassment lawsuit
1 year, 4 months ago

‘Thank you for shattering limitations’: Lizzo's current dancers praise her after sexual harassment lawsuit

Hindustan Times  

Lizzo’s current dancers have appreciated the singer after she was hit with a sexual harassment lawsuit by her former dancers.“We have had the time of our lives on The Special Tour,” read a statement posted to Instagram from Lizzo’s dance group, the Big Grrrls and Big Boiiis. 2023 “THANK YOU to Lizzo for shattering limitations and kicking in the door …

Lizzo’s Big Grrrl and Big Boiii dancers stand by the singer amid misconduct allegations
1 year, 4 months ago

Lizzo’s Big Grrrl and Big Boiii dancers stand by the singer amid misconduct allegations

LA Times  

Lizzo’s tour dancers have come to her defense amid workplace misconduct allegations that have been made against the singer. Lizzo’s tour dancers, known as the Big Grrrl and Big Boiii Dancers, have come out to support the “Truth Hurts” singer amid workplace misconduct allegations. “The commitment to character and culture taking precedence over every movement and moment has been one …

‘More former dancers’ come forward with allegations about Lizzo
1 year, 4 months ago

‘More former dancers’ come forward with allegations about Lizzo

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Lizzo, real name Melissa Jefferson, denied the allegations days …

Lizzo’s first show since sexual harassment lawsuit cancelled due to ‘severe circumstances’
1 year, 4 months ago

Lizzo’s first show since sexual harassment lawsuit cancelled due to ‘severe circumstances’

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Jay-Z’s Made in America festival, …

Lizzo's troupe raise major concerns working alongside the star: harassment claims and unfriendly workplace allegations
1 year, 5 months ago

Lizzo's troupe raise major concerns working alongside the star: harassment claims and unfriendly workplace allegations

Hindustan Times  

FOLLOW THIS STRUCTURE - FILE - Lizzo performs at the BottleRock Napa Valley Music Festival on May 27, 2023, in Napa, Calif. Lizzo has been sued by three former dancers who accuse the Grammy winner of sexual harassment and allege the singer and her production company created a hostile work environment. The civil lawsuit filed Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023, in …

'Sensationalized Stories': Lizzo Denies Sexual Harassment Allegations
1 year, 5 months ago

'Sensationalized Stories': Lizzo Denies Sexual Harassment Allegations

The Quint  

She added, "My work ethic, morals and respectfulness have been questioned. She emphasized on the importance of hard work, "As an artist I have always been very passionate about what I do. With passion comes hard work and high standards. Sometimes I have to make hard decisions but it's never my intention to make anyone feel uncomfortable or like they …

Lizzo breaks silence on sexual harassment claims from former dancers
1 year, 5 months ago

Lizzo breaks silence on sexual harassment claims from former dancers

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Lizzo has hit back at …

Lizzo says she’s ‘not the villain’ after her former dancers claim sex harassment
1 year, 5 months ago

Lizzo says she’s ‘not the villain’ after her former dancers claim sex harassment

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Lizzo said Thursday that she’s “not the villain” that three of her former backup dancers falsely accuse her of being in a sexual harassment lawsuit. “Usually I choose not to respond to false allegations but these are as unbelievable as they sound and too outrageous to not be addressed.” She said the “sensationalized stories” were coming from …

Lizzo lawsuit and allegations: The poster girl for body positivity, whose empowering image is now under threat
1 year, 5 months ago

Lizzo lawsuit and allegations: The poster girl for body positivity, whose empowering image is now under threat

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The lawsuit was filed by Arianna Davis and Crystal …

Lizzo’s past lyrics raise eyebrows after singer is sued by former dancers
1 year, 5 months ago

Lizzo’s past lyrics raise eyebrows after singer is sued by former dancers

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. In the wake of the claims, lyrics from Lizzo’s …

Lizzo controversy: Former colleagues share support for accusers in lawsuit
1 year, 5 months ago

Lizzo controversy: Former colleagues share support for accusers in lawsuit

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Lizzo’s former colleagues have come …

Lizzo counters ‘outrageous’ claims in dancers’ lawsuit: ‘I am not the villain’
1 year, 5 months ago

Lizzo counters ‘outrageous’ claims in dancers’ lawsuit: ‘I am not the villain’

LA Times  

A “hurt” Lizzo responded to sexual harassment and work allegations made against her in a lawsuit by three of her former dancers: “It’s never my intention to make anyone feel uncomfortable or like they aren’t valued as an important part of the team.” Lizzo countered the “false allegations” and “sensationalized stories” levied against her this week in a lawsuit by …

Lizzo lawsuit: Singer sued over alleged sexual harassment and hostile work environment by former dancers
1 year, 5 months ago

Lizzo lawsuit: Singer sued over alleged sexual harassment and hostile work environment by former dancers

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Three of Lizzo’s former dancers …

Lawsuit by former dancers accuses Lizzo of sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment
1 year, 5 months ago

Lawsuit by former dancers accuses Lizzo of sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Lizzo has been sued by three former dancers who accuse the Grammy winner of sexual harassment and allege the singer and her production company created a hostile work environment. The court filing claims that after performing a concert in Amsterdam, Lizzo and her crew attended a sexually themed show at a club in the city’s notorious Red …

Lizzo’s former dancers sue singer, alleging sexual harassment and hostile work environment
1 year, 5 months ago

Lizzo’s former dancers sue singer, alleging sexual harassment and hostile work environment

LA Times  

A trio of Lizzo’s former dancers are accusing the singer and her touring team of sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment, among other allegations. Williams and Davis were previous contestants on Lizzo’s reality TV competition show, “Watch Out for the Big Grrrls,” in which participants competed to join the singer’s touring dance group. The dance captain then, per …

That Lizzo lawsuit reminds us that even our progressive faves can be a disappointing letdown too
1 year, 5 months ago

That Lizzo lawsuit reminds us that even our progressive faves can be a disappointing letdown too

Salon  

Lizzo is the self-described queen of body positivity and inclusion. Her Amazon reality dance competition television show "Lizzo's Watch Out for the Big Grrrls" won an Emmy for showcasing the nuanced journey of fat Black female dancers and their extreme dedication to dance, self-love and ultimately success. The detailed lawsuit, obtained by NBC News Tuesday, claims Lizzo sexually harassed and …

Lizzo says trolling over THAT rump-flashing outfit 'has no effect on me'
5 years ago

Lizzo says trolling over THAT rump-flashing outfit 'has no effect on me'

Daily Mail  

Lizzo insists she is unaffected by online mockery of her recent courtside outfit. And you know, if you really, really don’t like my a**, you can kiss it, ‘cause kissing it makes it go away, I promise.' Rear window: The 31-year-old exposed her derriere in a peekaboo dress and barely-there thong while twerking at a Lakers game as cheerleaders danced …

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