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Lizzo, widely considered an icon of inclusivity and body positivity, has been accused of creating a hostile work environment by fat shaming and sexually harassing three of her former dancers, according to a lawsuit filed Tuesday.
The 44-page suit, filed in Los Angeles Superior Court and sent to The Daily Beast by the plaintiffs’ lawyers, outlines damning allegations against Melissa Viviane Jefferson (aka Lizzo), her production company Big Grrrl Big Touring, and her dance team captain Shirlene Quigley.
Beyond a hostile work environment and sexual harassment, the suit also claims Lizzo and her team were responsible for assault, racial and religious harassment, disability discrimination, intentional interference with prospective economic advantage, and false imprisonment.