Lawsuit Allegations Against Nigel Lythgoe
TV mogul Nigel Lythgoe faces a serious legal battle following allegations of sexual assault made by fellow American Idol judge Paula Abdul.
The lawsuit, filed in the Los Angeles Superior Court, accuses Lythgoe of multiple assaults and mistreatment towards Abdul, including insults, belittlement, and disturbing instances of physical aggression.
Detailed Allegations and Legal Action
Abdul’s legal documents detail disturbing incidents, alleging Lythgoe’s inappropriate behavior during their time working together.
These include claims of sexual assault in a hotel lift during the early 2000s and an incident at Lythgoe’s Hollywood home in 2014.
Abdul further asserts witnessing an assault on one of her assistants.
Denial and Defense
Lythgoe, known for his role as a judge on American Idol and So You Think You Can Dance, has not publicly responded, but a close friend defending him insists these accusations don’t align with Lythgoe’s character.
Emphasizing his professionalism and denying any pattern of inappropriate behavior, the friend intends to vigorously defend him against the allegations.
Paula Abdul’s Claims and Legal Basis
Abdul seeks damages for sexual assault, battery, harassment, gender violence, and negligence.
She cites being paid less than male colleagues on American Idol and enduring ongoing mistreatment, including taunts, bullying, and humiliation.
Context and Reputation
Despite the legal battle, Lythgoe’s success in Hollywood, alongside peers like Simon Cowell and Simon Fuller, remains noteworthy.
Known for his wealth, property holdings, and relationships with notable figures like Priscilla Presley, Lythgoe has garnered recognition in the entertainment industry.
Response and Counterclaims
Close associates of Lythgoe vehemently deny Abdul’s claims, labeling the lawsuit as baseless and hurtful.
They defend Lythgoe’s conduct as respectful and gentlemanly, asserting that his relationship with Abdul was that of friendship and professional courtesy.
Legal Proceedings and Company Involvement
The lawsuit, filed under California’s Sexual Abuse and Cover Up Accountability Act, involves several production companies associated with shows like American Idol and So You Think You Can Dance.
Representatives for both Abdul and the production companies are yet to issue official comments on the matter.
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