Key takeaways:
- Three of Lizzo’s former dancers have filed a lawsuit alleging a hostile work environment and sexual harassment.
- The lawsuit claims that Lizzo and her management team created a toxic work environment that included “debauchery” and racially biased taunts.
- The plaintiffs are seeking unspecified damages, as well as an injunction to prevent Lizzo and her management team from engaging in similar conduct in the future.
Grammy award-winning singer Lizzo is facing a lawsuit from three of her former dancers, who allege that they were subjected to a hostile work environment and sexual harassment. The lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles Superior Court on Tuesday, claims that Lizzo and her management team created a toxic work environment that included “debauchery” and racially biased taunts.
The plaintiffs allege that Lizzo, who is known for her body positivity and celebrating her physique, called attention to one dancer’s weight gain and later berated and fired her after she recorded a meeting due to a health condition. They also accuse the captain of Lizzo’s dance team of proselytizing to them and making them feel uncomfortable.
The lawsuit comes as a surprise to many, as Lizzo has long been a vocal advocate for body positivity and self-love. Her fans have praised her for her empowering lyrics and messages, and she has been a role model for many.
The plaintiffs are seeking unspecified damages, as well as an injunction to prevent Lizzo and her management team from engaging in similar conduct in the future. Lizzo’s representatives have not yet commented on the lawsuit.
The lawsuit is a stark contrast to Lizzo’s public persona, and it remains to be seen how the singer will respond to the allegations. In the meantime, her fans are hoping that the case will be resolved quickly and that Lizzo will continue to be a positive role model for her supporters.
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