A ruling in favor of Lizzo has dismissed personal harassment claims brought by wardrobe assistant Asha Daniels, affirming her companies as the proper defendants while maintaining the case against Big Grrrl Big Touring Inc.
Lizzo's Legal Victory: Harassment Case Against the Singer Dismissed
Lizzo's Legal Victory: Harassment Case Against the Singer Dismissed
A federal judge dismisses claims against Lizzo amidst ongoing allegations against her management team.
On Monday, a significant ruling from a Los Angeles federal judge brought a temporary reprieve for singer Lizzo amidst allegations of racial and sexual harassment involving her management team. The case, initiated by wardrobe assistant Asha Daniels, claimed that she endured a hostile work environment while touring with Lizzo in 2023. The judge determined that Lizzo could not be personally sued, identifying her touring and payroll companies as the appropriate employers.
Judge Fernando L. Aenlle-Rocha dismissed all seven claims against Lizzo as an individual, along with those directed at her tour manager, Carlina Gugliotta. However, the legal battle continues as Daniels retains her lawsuit against Big Grrrl Big Touring Inc., which is still facing various claims, partly due to the nature of the employment laws that apply during tours abroad.
Daniels has accused Lizzo of fostering an "unsafe, sexually charged workplace culture," with alleged racially and fatphobic remarks from the wardrobe manager. Lizzo's representatives have characterized the allegations as part of an "absurd publicity stunt," claiming that Daniels is a disgruntled ex-employee with baseless accusations.
The allegations against Lizzo echo those made previously by three former dancers, who filed a lawsuit last August alleging sexual harassment and fat-shaming incidents during earlier tours. Lizzo firmly denied all allegations then, describing them as exaggerated narratives from former crew members who had been warned about their professional conduct.
In light of the ongoing struggles, Lizzo assured fans earlier this year that she would not retreat from the music scene despite the controversies. After a moment of contemplation on her public image and the pressures surrounding it, Lizzo reaffirmed her commitment, stating: "When I say 'I quit', I mean I quit giving any negative energy attention."
As the legal proceedings evolve, Lizzo's Big Grrrl Big Touring Inc. remains in the spotlight, facing the implications of Daniels' claims, with ongoing discussions surrounding workplace culture in the entertainment industry.
