'These last few days have been gut wrenchingly difficult and overwhelmingly disappointing,' the singer wrote in a statement shared on Instagram.
that was filed against her by her former backing dancers, insisting that she is"not the villain" she has been portrayed to be through the allegations., has been sued by three of her former dancers, who have accused the musician of sexually harassing them and creating a hostile work environment. Included in the complaint were allegations of body shaming.
"These sensationalized stories are coming from former employees who have already publicly admitted that they were told their behavior on tour was inappropriate and unprofessional." Lizzo performs on Day 2 of BottleRock Napa Valley Music Festival at Napa Valley Expo on May 27, 2023 in Napa, California.She continued:"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.
"I am not here to be looked at as the 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'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 difficult time."
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