Lizzo Has Requested A Dismissal Of Former Dancers’ ‘Ridiculous’ Harassment Lawsuit

Lizzo has requested that a judge dismiss the lawsuit filed last month against her by three of her former dancers.

The lawsuit filed by Arianna Davis, Crystal Williams and Noelle Rodriguez accused the Yitty founder of sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment, claims which Lizzo has vehemently denied.

Lizzo wearing vintage Chanel to the Met Gala 2023.

According to Variety, a spokesperson for Lizzo’s legal team said, ‘This is the first step of a legal process in which Lizzo and her team will demonstrate that they have always practiced what they’ve preached – whether it comes to promoting body positivity, leading a safe and supportive workplace or protecting individuals from any kind of harassment.’

Adele, Beyoncé, and Lizzo attending the Grammy Awards 2023.

In the newly filed documents, Lizzo and her Big Grrrl touring company deny ‘each and every allegation’ in the lawsuit and ask that it be dismissed ‘in its entirety with prejudice.’

Lizzo has also been hit with another lawsuit in recent days. On 21 September, fashion designer Asha Daniels filed a lawsuit with the Los Angeles Superior Court, accusing the Truth Hurts singer of allowing bullying, harassment and racial discrimination to take place behind the scenes. Lizzo’s representative vehemently denied the allegations on her behalf, calling them 'bogus' and 'absurd.'

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