Lizzo Speaks Out in First Interview After Sexual Harassment Lawsuits
Lizzo addresses the sexual harassment lawsuits in her first interview, sharing her feelings and experiences since the allegations surfaced.
Lizzo, Los Angeles, USA, Sexual Harassment, Lawsuits, Dance
L.A.: Lizzo is finally opening up about the lawsuits against her. It’s been a wild ride since three of her former dancers accused her of sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment back in 2023. Then, a fashion designer joined the fray with similar claims. Talk about drama!
In her first chat about it on the podcast “Baby, This Is Keke Palmer,” Lizzo, whose real name is Melissa Viviane Jefferson, said she felt totally blindsided by the dancers’ accusations. She insists that none of it is true and that she did nothing wrong. Recently, she got dismissed from one of the lawsuits, but her touring company is still in the mix.
Her attorney, Ron Zambrano, made it clear that the dancers are still pursuing their case against her. They’re not backing down, and the court is reviewing everything. The dancers’ lawsuit claims all sorts of things, including sexual and racial harassment, and even some pretty serious stuff like assault.
One of the wildest claims? They say Lizzo body-shamed one of them and pressured them into some uncomfortable situations. It’s a lot to unpack! They also allege that Lizzo’s dance team captain was preaching Christianity and sharing personal fantasies, which just adds to the chaos.
When Lizzo talked about the allegations, she said it hurt her deeply because she genuinely liked these dancers and gave them opportunities. She felt completely blindsided by the whole situation. She also mentioned a trip to a club in Amsterdam, saying it was all consensual and that no one was forced to go.
Despite all this, Lizzo is not taking a break from her career. She’s been working on new music, pouring her feelings into her art. She’s determined to keep pushing forward, even with all the noise around her. It’s clear she’s learned a lot from this experience, especially about setting boundaries.
In the end, Lizzo believes that fame comes with its own set of challenges. She’s ready to face them head-on and keep doing what she loves. It’s a tough situation, but she’s staying strong and focused on her music.