Court Victory for Lizzo: Harassment Claims Thrown Out

A federal judge dismissed all remaining claims in a lawsuit against Lizzo's touring company, Big Grrrl Big Touring Inc., on September 1, 2026. Former wardrobe assistant Asha Daniels had alleged sexual harassment, racial harassment, and a hostile work environment during The Special Tour in Europe.

Federal Judge Fernando L. Aenlle-Rocha ruled that Daniels failed to prove general hostility toward women or racial slurs. The judge noted that while some actions were inappropriate, they did not meet the legal threshold for Title VII claims.

Allegations of racial bias were also rejected, with no evidence found to support claims of racial slurs by Daniels' supervisor. Lizzo's attorney called the ruling a complete win, noting that claims against Lizzo herself were dismissed in December 2024.

Lizzo expressed relief on Instagram, stating that all claims by the wardrobe assistant, who worked less than three weeks, had been thrown out. She found it shocking to be sued by someone who admitted never meeting her.

Separately, Lizzo's relationship with Myke Wright, confirmed in 2022, has been in the spotlight. They first met in 2016, became friends, and began dating quietly in 2021. The couple made their public debut in June 2022.