Lizzo's Legal Troubles: Settlements and Unfazed Recording
TL;DR
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.
- 14 Lizzo Dancers Received Separate Settlement Prior to Sexual Harassment Lawsuit Rolling Stone
- Six months before the Lizzo lawsuit, 14 dancers who appeared in HBO doc settled a dispute over payments Yahoo Entertainment
- 'I'm at studio..': Lizzo appears unfazed as she records new music amidst sexual harassment case PINKVILLA
- Column: Lizzo has many talents. If recent claims are true, being the boss isn't one of them Yahoo Entertainment
- 6 months before Lizzo lawsuit, 14 dancers received settlement for dispute over documentary appearance Brooklyn Vegan
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