In case nobody told you today ‘your special’ and that’s what Lizzo is saying about the allegations being made against her, after some of her former dancers filed a lawsuit against her.
A lawsuit has been filed against Lizzo by three of Lizzo’s former dancers have accused the singer of sexual harassment, creating a hostile work environment and weight-shamming. Since the news dropped about the lawsuit, people have been turning their backs on Lizzo and Beyonce’ even stopped mentioning her name on tour when performing “Break My Soul (Queen’s Remix)”.
Lizzo had been quiet but now she is speaking out in a statement that she has released on her personal Instagram page.
“These last few days have been gut wrenchingly difficult and overwhelmingly disappointing. My work ethic, morals and respectfulness have been questioned. My character has been criticized. Usually I choose not to respond to false allegations but these are as unbelievable as they sound and too outrageous to not be addressed.”
“As an artist I have always been very passionate about what I do. I take my music and my performances seriously because at the end of the day I only want to put out the best art that represents me and my fans. With passion comes hard work and high standards. Sometimes I have to make hard decisions but it’s never my intention to make anyone feel uncomfortable or like they aren’t valued as an important part of the team.”
“I am not here to be looked at as a victim, but I also know that I am not the villain that people and the media have portrayed me to be these last few days. I am very open with my sexuality and expressing myself but I cannot accept or allow people to use that openness to make me out to be something I am not. There is nothing I take more seriously than the respect we deserve as women in the world. I know what it feels like to be body shamed on a daily basis and would absolutely never criticize or terminate an employee because of their weight.”
“I’m hurt but I will not let the good work I’ve done in the world be overshadowed by this. I want to thank everyone who has reached out in support to lift me up during this time.”
What are your thoughts on Lizzo’s recent drama.
