/ 03 August 2023

An off-brand lawsuit

Image source: Getty
Image source: Getty

Lizzo is known for her empowering/body-positive pop hits, so word that 3 of her former tour dancers are suing the singer and her production company for sexual harassment, fat-shaming, and racial discrimination is a surprise to many. The dancers allege that Lizzo pressured one dancer to touch a nude performer at an Amsterdam club. Her production company Big Grrrl Big Touring, has also been accused of treating black dancers “differently” than other team members. And one ex-dancer says Lizzo questioned her “commitment” to her job, which she felt was criticism of her weight. Two of the dancers were fired, and another resigned, and a dollar figure hasn’t been put on their damages claim. Lizzo’s real name is Melissa Jefferson, and she’s a Grammy winner who’s had some of the biggest hits of recent years. Her team hasn’t responded to the allegations.

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