Lizzo accused by former dancers of sexual harassment and weight-shaming

Grammy-award winning singer Lizzo is being sued by three of her former dancers for alleged harassment and creating a hostile work environment.

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Shirlene Quigley, captain of Lizzo's dance team, is also named in the complaint.

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Lizzo says she almost quit music the day she released her now No. 1 Billboard hit

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Davis also asserts that Lizzo and her team made negative comments alluding to her weight gain.

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The "Truth Hurts" pop star is known for her body positive activism and upbeat pop music about self-love.

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