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Lizzo's body positivity empire crumbles under harassment claims by six new back up dancers

Updated on: 10 August,2023 08:06 AM IST  |  Los Angeles
Written by: Tuhina Upadhyay | tuhina.upadhyay@mid-day.com

Six additional individuals have come forward to file lawsuits against Lizzo, alleging sexual harassment

Lizzo's body positivity empire crumbles under harassment claims by six new back up dancers

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Key Highlights

  1. The new complaints revolve around dancers who were integral members of Lizzo`s touring entourage
  2. Prominent employment law attorney Ron Zambrano disclosed to the New York Post that these complaints present a spectrum of issues.
  3. The accuser shared that Lizzo purportedly told her employees that it was "normal" for dancers to be terminated if they gained weight

Trouble is brewing for renowned artist Lizzo, celebrated for her chart-topping hits and advocacy for body positivity, as her legal battle deepens. Attorneys representing three former dancers have recently unveiled a distressing development: six additional individuals have come forward to file lawsuits against Lizzo, alleging sexual harassment. The new complaints revolve around dancers who were integral members of Lizzo's touring entourage, as well as participants in her Amazon Prime Video series, "Lizzo's Watch Out for the Big Grrrls."


Prominent employment law attorney Ron Zambrano disclosed to the New York Post that these complaints present a spectrum of issues. Some accounts spotlight what is described as a "sexually charged environment," while others hone in on unpaid wages. Disturbingly, the grievances against Lizzo include instances where she is alleged to have made derogatory comments about dancers' body weights, creating an environment that led to discomfort and unease among her crew.


Notably, a recent revelation by one of the accusers underscores the gravity of the situation. The accuser shared that Lizzo purportedly told her employees that it was "normal" for dancers to be terminated if they gained weight. Such claims have led to a sharp decline in Lizzo's reputation, with influential figures like Beyoncé appearing to distance themselves from the embattled artist. A significant indicator of this distancing came during Beyoncé's "Renaissance" tour, where Lizzo's name was conspicuously omitted from a song performance.


In response to the allegations, Lizzo has staunchly refuted the claims. She stressed that these stories originate from former employees who were already made aware of their inappropriate conduct while on tour. This denial, however, has triggered further reactions from individuals who were part of Lizzo's professional circle. Former creative director Quinn Whitney Wilson and dancer Courtney Hollinquest have stepped forward to share their own parallel experiences concerning Lizzo's behavior.

Amid the ongoing legal wrangling, Lizzo's public image confronts considerable challenges that could potentially influence her career trajectory. Her past achievements and advocacy for body positivity now exist alongside troubling allegations, illuminating an aspect of the artist that was previously unexplored. The ramifications extend beyond just her fanbase, as the music industry itself grapples with questions about Lizzo's actions and choices.

As the legal proceedings continue, the revelations surrounding Lizzo's alleged misconduct and the resultant fallouts underscore the complexity of personal brands and the consequences of alleged inappropriate behavior.

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