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Jennifer Lopez opened the American Music Awards with a steamy dance performance, kissing multiple dancers, shortly after finalizing her divorce from Ben Affleck. She also announced a residency at Caesars Palace and shared that she's in the best period of her life following her recent personal changes.
Lizzo expressed frustration on Instagram, claiming to be tired of being dragged online, while her lawyer, Ron Zambrano, representing former dancers suing her for abuse and harassment, criticized her for seeking attention and deflecting from her own failings. The dancers filed a lawsuit in 2023, accusing Lizzo of sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment. Lizzo's spokesperson responded by urging Zambrano to focus on representing his clients rather than making personal attacks.
Lizzo's attorney, Ron Zambrano, criticized the singer for her recent "I quit" post on Instagram, calling it an attention-seeking outburst and urging her to take responsibility for her actions. The attorney represents dancers suing Lizzo for harassment. Lizzo's spokesperson responded, dismissing Zambrano's personal attacks and emphasizing the need for him to focus on representing his clients. Lizzo's post expressed frustration over public criticism, while the ongoing lawsuit involves allegations of legal wrongdoing, which Lizzo has denied.
The three backup dancers suing Lizzo for alleged sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment have criticized the singer's recent Instagram post expressing frustration over public criticism, calling it a "joke" and accusing her of seeking attention and deflecting from her own failings. Lizzo's legal and public relations strategy was labeled a failure, with her attorney stating that no one believes she is quitting music. The singer has been embroiled in controversy since August when her former dancers filed a lawsuit against her, which she has denied.
Lizzo's appearance at the Grammy Awards has been criticized by the lawyer representing three dancers who have accused her of sexual harassment. The lawyer questioned why the Recording Academy gave her such a platform amid the controversy. Lizzo, who has denied the allegations, presented an award at the ceremony. The dancers accused Lizzo of pressuring them to engage in inappropriate activities while on tour. Lizzo's legal team has stated that the dancers' claims are baseless and that they look forward to proving so in court.
Lizzo made a public appearance at the Grammys, presenting an award six months after being accused of sexual harassment by her dancers. The dancers alleged that Lizzo pressured them to engage in inappropriate activities at a club in Amsterdam. Lizzo denied the allegations and stated that the dancers ratified the acts at the time. The legal battle continues, with Lizzo's team defending her actions and the dancers demanding a jury trial.
Lizzo's request to dismiss a sexual harassment lawsuit filed by her former backup dancers has been denied by a judge. The lawsuit includes allegations of pressure to touch nude performers, weight shaming, and discrimination. While some claims were dismissed, the case will proceed to trial. Lizzo's legal team plans to appeal the decision, while the dancers' attorney considers the ruling a victory and looks forward to conducting discovery and preparing for trial.
Lizzo's sexual harassment lawsuit filed by former backup dancers is partially upheld, with some accusations dismissed but the suit allowed to proceed. The singer has requested a jury trial and plans to appeal the remaining claims. The dancers' attorney expressed satisfaction with the ruling and looks forward to preparing the case for trial, which includes allegations of sexual, religious, and racial discrimination, as well as sexual harassment. The lawsuit has sparked a flurry of backlash and similar allegations from others who have worked with Lizzo.
Lizzo's tour staffers have come forward to defend the singer against the sexual harassment lawsuit filed by three former dancers. They claim that Lizzo promoted a positive environment and never forced anyone to attend sex shows they didn't want to go to. The tour dancers who support Lizzo dispute the allegations made by the accusers, stating that they never felt uncomfortable or pressured during their time on tour. They also deny claims of body-shaming and racism, asserting that Lizzo was supportive and empowering. Lizzo's attorneys have filed a motion seeking to dismiss most, if not all, of the claims.
Dancers on platforms like TikTok are gaining popularity by imitating video game characters and moving like a machine's idea of a human. These dancers, such as the French group @dem_bruddaz and the Polish duo @loczniki, capture the idiosyncrasies of video game animations with disquieting accuracy, creating content that blurs the line between real life and the digital world. Their game parodies, which often earn millions of views, appeal to both gamers and non-gamers alike, providing a mix of humor and uncanny movements. The success of these videos has led to opportunities for the creators, including collaborations with brands and the development of longer scripted films.
Lizzo's lawyers have asked a judge to dismiss a lawsuit filed by her former backup dancers, denying allegations of sexual, racial, and religious harassment. The dancers had accused Lizzo of weight shaming them. Lizzo's legal team denies the allegations and claims that the dancers have not sustained any injury or loss. Lizzo's spokesperson stated that they will demonstrate in court that they have always practiced what they've preached. The dancers' attorney responded, stating that Lizzo's filing consists of boilerplate objections and that they look forward to presenting their case in court. Lizzo previously denied the allegations on social media. A second lawsuit has been filed against Lizzo by her former wardrobe designer, accusing her and her team of harassment and creating a hostile work environment.
Lizzo has requested the dismissal of a lawsuit filed by three former dancers accusing her of body shaming and harassment. The dancers claimed that Lizzo pressured them to engage with nude performers at a club in Amsterdam and shamed one of them for weight gain before firing her. Lizzo denies all allegations and argues that the dancers ratified and approved of the acts at the time. She also states that the dancers failed to follow internal protocols for addressing complaints. Lizzo's legal team asserts that there is no evidence of damages or losses suffered by the dancers. The artist is seeking a trial by jury.
Prior to the recent lawsuit filed against Lizzo for sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment, 14 dancers who worked with the singer settled a separate dispute regarding the use of intimate footage in her documentary. The dancers claimed that the footage was used without their consent and that they were not compensated. The settlement included a nondisparagement and confidentiality clause. The recent lawsuit accuses Lizzo, her production company, and dance captain Shirlene Quigley of various allegations, including sexual harassment, religious and racial harassment, and false imprisonment. Lizzo has denied the allegations and emphasized her commitment to respecting women.
Fourteen dancers who appeared in Lizzo's 2022 documentary received a settlement six months before the recent lawsuit accusing her of sexual harassment. The dancers objected to the use of "intimate footage" without their consent and a lack of compensation for behind-the-scenes footage. The settlement was reached with Boardwalk Pictures, a representative for Lizzo, and others in February. Lizzo's attorney stated that she had no knowledge or involvement in the settlement. Lizzo has not publicly addressed this settlement but denied the allegations in the recent lawsuit.
Lizzo's dance crew, the Big Grrrls and Big Boiiis, expressed gratitude to the singer for their experience on her Special Tour, thanking her for shattering limitations and creating a platform for diverse representation. This comes amid a lawsuit filed by former dancers alleging workplace misconduct, which Lizzo has denied. The dancers praised Lizzo for her commitment to character and culture, and for the opportunity to parallel their passion with a purpose.