Lizzo has won a meaningful step in her ongoing legal battle with three former backup dancers as part of a lawsuit that has attracted national attention. This week, the dancers dropped their fat‑shaming claims against her after a judge dismissed that portion of their lawsuit, marking a partial victory for the Grammy‑winning artist.
The lawsuit, initially filed in 2023, alleged that Lizzo and her production team fostered a hostile work environment, engaged in sexual harassment, and fat‑shamed employees during her Special Tour. In the latest development, attorneys for Lizzo presented witness testimony that undermined the fat‑shaming claims, and the dancers decided not to appeal the dismissal of those allegations.
Lizzo took to social media to address the legal win, making it clear that the dropped claim had no factual basis and reaffirming that she encouraged body positivity throughout her career. She explained that the dancer at the center of the fat‑shaming claim was terminated for recording a private conversation without consent, not because of her weight.
Despite the progress, the broader case against Lizzo is far from finished. The more serious parts of the lawsuit—accusations of sexual harassment and the creation of a hostile workplace—remain active, and Lizzo has said she will continue to fight every claim lodged against her.
Representatives for the dancers have pushed back on the narrative of a clear victory, noting that most of their claims were upheld by a judge and will continue through the legal process. As the case moves forward, both sides are preparing for further legal battles.
For many fans and observers, this legal moment underscores the ongoing conversation about women in power, public scrutiny of celebrity behavior, and how body image issues are represented in the media.
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