Nigel Lythgoe Steps Down from 'So You Think You Can Dance' Amid Sexual Assault Allegations

Lythgoe faces lawsuits from Paula Abdul and two unnamed former contestants of 'All American Girl', all alleging sexual assault and harassment.

Nigel Lythgoe, co-creator and judge of 'So You Think You Can Dance', has stepped down from the show following multiple allegations of sexual assault.
Singer Paula Abdul and two unnamed former contestants of the show 'All American Girl' have filed lawsuits against Lythgoe, accusing him of sexual assault and harassment.
Lythgoe denies the allegations, stating that he is 'shocked and saddened' by them and plans to fight the claims.
The 18th season of 'So You Think You Can Dance' is set to begin in March and will proceed without Lythgoe.
No decision has been made as to a replacement judge for this season.