Three professional dancers are demanding a jury trial in their lawsuit against Lizzo — a four-time Grammy-winning artist known for celebrating body positivity — for allegedly creating a hostile work environment. The allegations include sexual, racial and religious harassment and false imprisonment.
The suit brought against 35-year-old Melissa Viviane Jefferson, professionally known as Lizzo, was filed at the Los Angeles County Superior Court on Tuesday. It paints a picture of an allegedly hostile work environment, in stark contrast to how she portrays herself to the public.
The lawsuit, obtained through the plaintiff’s attorneys at West Coast Employment Lawyers (WCEL), includes a slew of accusations against the artist, her production company Big Grrrl Big Touring Inc., as well as the captain of her dance team, Shirlene Quigley.
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