
Nigel Lythgoe Faces Multiple Sexual Assault Allegations Amid New Lawsuits
Nigel Lythgoe, a prominent British television executive known for his work on shows like Pop Idol and American Idol, is facing lawsuits from two former contestants of All American Girl and singer Paula Abdul over allegations of sexual assault and harassment. The contestants claim Lythgoe groped them during the show's filming in 2003 and made unwanted advances afterward. Abdul's lawsuit details multiple instances of assault, including during American Idol auditions and a later meeting at Lythgoe's home. Lythgoe has denied the allegations, vowing to fight what he calls an "appalling smear."

