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Netflix’s Netflix Is a Joke festival roast of Kevin Hart included sharp jokes about Lizzo’s weight, the #MeToo movement, and Hart’s Riyadh Comedy Festival appearance, but several lines were cut; writer Madison Sinclair hinted at the scrapped material, and Netflix has not commented on the edits as Hart also addressed a past cheating scandal during the show.
A lively countdown of Lizzo’s greatest tracks, from Good As Hell at #1 to Pink (2023) at #20, highlighting her signature blend of disco‑funk, hip‑hop and flute-driven hooks, with empowering lyrics and notable collaborations (Missy Elliott, SZA, Mark Ronson) that chart her evolution from high‑energy party anthems to emotionally charged moments like Jerome and Cuz I Love You.
Lizzo says she will not settle the ongoing sexual harassment lawsuit brought by her former backup dancers, calling a settlement an easy out and insisting the truth will emerge. She addressed the allegations on CBS Mornings with Gayle King, noting that the rest of the claims have been dismissed and emphasizing her innocence, while she gears up for a new album release (Bitch) on June 5.
Lizzo says her June 5 album release, titled Bitch and featuring a title track that samples Meredith Brooks and Missy Elliott, is meant to empower women as she addresses a yearslong lawsuit from former backup dancers over alleged harassment; she denies the accusations and says she’s not afraid to testify if the case goes to trial, adding that the truth will come out. She also discussed pausing a separate Love in Real Life project last year while focusing on making music and touched on her weight loss journey and plans to tour soon.
Lizzo announces her fifth studio album will be titled Bitch, saying she’s reclaiming the word as armor and empowerment after a Trump-supporter encounter, drawing inspiration from Missy Elliott and Meredith Brooks; the project follows a January Substack piece and shifts away from the shelved Love In Real Life, signaling a bold, self-empowering direction for her music.
Lizzo is pivoting from her Love in Real Life project to a new 12-song LP titled Bitch, due June 5 via Nice Life/Atlantic; the title track will drop May 1 after the lead single Don’t Make Me Love U. The album features a Meredith Brooks interpolation of the 1997 hit Bitch, reclaiming the word as empowerment. This marks her first LP in four years, following earlier teasers, and she’s also pursuing other projects (a children’s book and an acting role). The tracklist includes A Toast, Happy 2 Be, Don’t Make Me Love U, Bitch, She Stole My Man, Whose Hair Is This, Little Black Cat, Sexy Ladies, That GRRRL, Too Nice, Like a Crime, and Goodmorning!
Lizzo showcased her slimmed-down figure in a white bikini and colorful romper on Instagram, celebrating her weight loss journey through a strict diet and workout regimen, and receiving positive comments from fans and fellow celebrities.
Lizzo has shifted from a restrictive vegan diet to an intuitive eating approach, focusing on listening to her body's cravings, incorporating more protein and vegetables, and avoiding processed foods, which has contributed to her improved health and weight loss.
Lizzo comments on Nicki Minaj's support for Turning Point USA and her alignment with political figures, suggesting financial motives behind such moves and predicting a trend of celebrities aligning with political sides for profit. The article also highlights criticism from Joe Budden regarding Minaj's political stance and its impact on her fanbase and hip hop values.
Lizzo celebrates a legal victory as the judge dismisses fat-shaming claims from a 2023 lawsuit filed by former dancers, though allegations of sexual harassment and misconduct are still ongoing. She denies all accusations and plans to continue fighting the case.
Lizzo is sued by GRC Trust for allegedly sampling their song 'Win or Lose (We Tried)' in her 2025 track 'I'm Goin' In Till October,' which was shared on social media but not commercially released. The trust claims unauthorized use for commercial gain, seeking damages and an injunction, amid previous music disputes involving Lizzo.
Celebrities including Lizzo, Angel Reese, Sofia Vergara, and Charlize Theron attended a high-profile boxing match between Canelo Álvarez and Terence Crawford, hosted by Netflix, on September 13th, creating a star-studded event.
Lizzo has decided to delay the release of her album 'Love in Real Life' due to changes in her personal feelings and the impact of recent lawsuits and public backlash. She is focusing on creating music that aligns with her current mindset, including her mixtape 'My Face Hurts From Smiling,' and has expressed a desire to follow her instincts without pressure from her label. The album's release date remains uncertain as she navigates her career amidst ongoing legal and personal challenges.
Lizzo released a song that references and pokes fun at Sydney Sweeney's controversial American Eagle jeans ad, which sparked debate over its messaging and cultural implications. The song and videos seem to both critique and support the ad's themes of inclusivity and body positivity, amid broader cultural conversations about advertising and identity.
Lizzo responds to conservative criticism of Sydney Sweeney's jeans ad with a provocative new song and video, while political figures like Trump praise the ad and criticize Woke culture, highlighting ongoing cultural debates.