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Lizzo Hails Dismissal of Fat‑Shaming Claims as Ex-Dancers’ Lawsuit Presses On

A prior ruling that a firing stemmed from an unauthorized recording undercut the claim, leaving other allegations to proceed.

Overview

  • The former dancers formally dropped the fat-shaming counts and withdrew their appeal after a Superior Court dismissal, as reflected in new filings and statements.
  • Lizzo posted a video saying no one was fired for weight gain and vowed not to settle as she fights the remaining allegations.
  • Plaintiffs’ attorney Ron Zambrano called the celebration premature, noting seven claims still stand, including assault, false imprisonment and sexual harassment.
  • Judge Epstein’s February 2024 order found the fat-shaming theory lacked merit based on evidence that a private meeting was secretly recorded.
  • Lizzo’s legal team says 18 tour staff submitted sworn statements refuting the accusers’ accounts, and a status conference is set for February 3, 2026.