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Moreover, it was alleged that Shirlene engaged in inappropriate behavior, such as simulating oral sex, sharing lewd sexual fantasies, and discussing a performer’s virginity. These incidents were claimed to have taken place within the context of their work environment.
The lawsuit did not explicitly state whether Lizzo was aware of Shirlene’s alleged behavior. However, the plaintiffs strongly believed that the Michigan native might have been aware of the complaints made against the dance captain who has worked with the pop star since 2019.
“The stunning nature of how Lizzo and her management team treated their performers seems to go against everything Lizzo stands for publicly, while privately she weight-shames her dancers and demeans them in ways that are not only illegal but absolutely demoralizing,” Ron Zambrano, the dancers’ lawyer, said in a statement.
Nevertheless, the seemingly blissful moment left some viewers confused amid her legal controversies
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Both Arianna and Crystal Williams became performers for Lizzo after participating in a dance competition show called Watch Out for the Big Grrrls, which Lizzo hosted for Amazon in 2021.
In April 2023, Crystal raised her voice during a meeting where Lizzo accused dancers of drinking before performances, leading to a tense exchange between them.
On the previous day, the Grammy Award winner informed the dancers that they would need to audition again, resulting in an arduous 12-hour rehearsal, during which Arianna, fearing the consequences of taking a bathroom break, had an unfortunate incident where she soiled her pants.
