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"Nigel Lythgoe Confronts Multiple Sexual Assault Allegations Amid New Lawsuits"
Former contestants of the reality TV show "All American Girl" have filed a lawsuit against producer Nigel Lythgoe, accusing him of sexual assault and harassment in 2003. The plaintiffs, who are suing anonymously, allege that Lythgoe groped them on set and made aggressive sexual advances after a wrap party. Lythgoe denies the allegations, which come in the wake of a separate lawsuit by pop star Paula Abdul, who has made similar claims against him related to his conduct during her time as a judge on "American Idol" and "So You Think You Can Dance."
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"Paula Abdul Files Sexual Assault Lawsuit Against Nigel Lythgoe"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by BBC.com
Paula Abdul has filed a lawsuit against Nigel Lythgoe, alleging multiple instances of sexual assault during their time working together on American Idol and So You Think You Can Dance. The first reported incident occurred in an elevator during the show's early seasons, with another alleged assault years later at Lythgoe's home. Abdul claims she remained silent due to fear of career repercussions and contractual obligations. The lawsuit is filed under a California act that temporarily lifts the statute of limitations for sexual assault cases. Neither Abdul nor Lythgoe have publicly commented, and Lythgoe's representatives have been contacted for a response.
"Paula Abdul Files Sexual Assault Lawsuit Against 'Idol' Producer Nigel Lythgoe"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC News
Paula Abdul has filed a lawsuit against Nigel Lythgoe, an executive producer of "American Idol" and "So You Think You Can Dance," alleging sexual assault on two separate occasions, once in the early 2000s and again in 2015. The lawsuit, which also names several production companies as defendants, claims Abdul was assaulted, discriminated against in terms of compensation, and bullied during her tenure on the shows. Abdul cites the Sexual Abuse and Cover Up Accountability Act for her ability to file the suit despite the statute of limitations and is seeking unspecified damages for the emotional distress caused by the alleged incidents.
"Paula Abdul Files Lawsuit Against 'American Idol's' Nigel Lythgoe for Sexual Assault Claims"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
Paula Abdul has filed a lawsuit against Nigel Lythgoe, former executive producer of "American Idol" and "So You Think You Can Dance," alleging multiple instances of sexual assault. The lawsuit details two separate incidents, one during the early seasons of "American Idol" and another in 2014. Abdul claims she remained silent for years due to fear of retaliation and being blackballed in the industry. The suit also names several production companies as defendants and comes amidst a wave of sexual abuse suits following legislative changes in New York and California regarding the statute of limitations for such claims.
"Paula Abdul Files Lawsuit Against 'American Idol' Producer Lythgoe for Alleged Sexual Assault"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Rolling Stone
Paula Abdul has filed a lawsuit against Nigel Lythgoe, former producer of American Idol and So You Think You Can Dance, alleging that he sexually assaulted her multiple times during the early 2000s and in 2014. The lawsuit also names the shows' production companies as defendants and includes claims of sexual harassment, gender violence, and negligence. Abdul claims she faced discrimination and was paid less than her male counterparts, and she feared retaliation, which kept her from speaking out sooner. The suit also alleges that Lythgoe sexually assaulted one of Abdul's assistants in 2015. This case is part of a wave of sexual abuse suits following legislative changes in New York and California that temporarily waive the statute of limitations for such claims.