Lizzo asked to close the case She was opposed by three former dancers from her dance troupe. Last August Crystal Williams, Arianna Davis AND Noel Rodriguez they blamed the singer sexual harassment and create hostile work environment during alleged incidents believed to have occurred between 2021 and 2023. At the time, Lizzo denied the “outrageous” allegations, and is reported to rolling stone pop star’s lawyers last Wednesday they denied “all allegations” AND they asked to stop the case. If not, Lizzo asked to solve the problem in jury trial. The singer’s lawyers also said the three former dancers were “guilty of unclean hands,” a legal term meaning they have no right to damages for failing to perform within the time limits set out in their contracts. “This is the first step in a lawsuit in which Lizzo and her team will demonstrate that they have always practiced what they preached—whether that be promoting body positivity, creating safe and supportive workplaces, or protecting people from all types of harassment,” she said. A Page six Stefan Friedmanrep for the singer, who continued: “Any claims to the contrary are ridiculous and we can’t wait to prove it in court.” Neama RahmaniThe accusers’ lawyer, however, responded: “Lizzo’s response simply consists of objections that have nothing to do with the case. The key point here is that Lizzo agrees to our clients’ request for a jury trial. We look forward to presenting our case in court and allowing a panel of her peers to decide who is telling the truth, Lizzo and her team who continue to shame victims or plaintiffs, and the many others who have come forward sharing similar stories of abuse and harassment. “
DOUBLE PROBLEMS IN COURT
Last week also fashion designer Asha Danielsformer member of Lizzo’s entourage files lawsuit legal action against the singer and other members of her team (including the chief costume designer) Amanda Nomura and manager Carlina Gugliotta) for sexual harassment, racial and disability discrimination, failure to prevent a hostile work environment, retaliatory termination, and assault that allegedly occurred during Special tours. The announcement of the second pending lawsuit came the same day Lizzo received the Quincy Jones Humanitarian Award, a recognition of her commitment to promoting inclusivity and social justice, presented at the Black Music Action Coalition Gala in Los Angeles. “I really need this right now,” the pop star said emotionally at the awards ceremony. “I will continue to be who I am, no matter who is watching. I will continue to amplify the voices of marginalized people because I have a microphone and I know how to use it.”
