Former 'SYTYCD' Judge Nigel Lythgoe Hit With 3rd Sexual Assault Lawsuit | B20TN13 | 2024-02-24 23:08:01
Former 'SYTYCD' Judge Nigel Lythgoe Hit With 3rd Sexual Assault Lawsuit | B20TN13 | 2024-02-24 23:08:01
Producer Nigel Lythgoe is dealing with his third sexual assault lawsuit in two months.
An unnamed lady filed a grievance earlier this month in Los Angeles Superior Courtroom, in accordance with paperwork obtained by Us Weekly. Lythgoe, 74, is being sued for sexual assault and battery, gender violence and intentional infliction of emotional distress.
The lady claimed Lythgoe sexually assaulted her after they met at a lodge in 2016 whereas she was having dinner with family and friends. Lythgoe allegedly provided to provide the lady a experience residence, which she initially declined. She ultimately agreed to the journey earlier than Lythgoe started to grope and kiss her.
The lady attempted to push Lythgoe off, "however he solely turned extra forceful," per the grievance. She allegedly "struggled to both maintain Lythgoe off her and instruct his driver tips on how to get back to her house, but Lythgoe wouldn't relent."
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An lawyer for the accuser issued a press release after the grievance was filed, which learn, "It's troubling to listen to of yet one more alleged incident of a lady being taken advantage of and abused by a outstanding public determine. We're proud to symbolize Jane Doe and humbled by her braveness, and the courage of many different ladies, to return forward together with her story in hopes of ending such egregious misconduct by individuals of fame, movie star, affect, and power."
Lythgoe's newest lawsuit comes almost three months after Paula Abdul sued him for alleged misconduct on the set of American Idol, for which he was a producer from 2002 to 2014.
Abdul, 61, alleged in her December 2023 filing that Lythgoe "verbally insulted and belittled" her and referred to as her a "has-been" once they met to debate her position on the present. Lythgoe allegedly sexually assaulted Abdul in a lodge elevator whereas they have been touring for auditions. (Abdul was a decide on Idol from 2002 to 2009.)
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Lythgoe denied Abdul's claims in a December 2023 statement to Us Weekly. "For greater than 20 years, Paula and I have interacted as pricey — and completely platonic — buddies and colleagues," he started. "Yesterday, nevertheless, out of the blue, I discovered of those claims within the press and I need to be clear: not solely are they false, they are deeply offensive to me and to every thing I stand for."
He continued, "While Paula's historical past of erratic conduct is well known, I can't fake to know exactly why she would file a lawsuit that she must know is unfaithful. However I can promise that I'll struggle this appalling smear with all the things I've."
One month later, Lythgoe was sued by two contestants who appeared on the 2003 competitors present All American Woman. He was accused of groping the contestants on set and through a experience residence after filming wrapped on the truth TV collection. Lythgoe subsequently stepped down from So You Think You Can Dance, for which he served as a decide and producer, amid the lawsuits.
Us Weekly has reached out to Lythgoe for remark.
Should you or someone you understand has been sexually assaulted, contact the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673).
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