A federal judge has dismissed all personal liability claims against Lizzo in the harassment lawsuit filed by former touring employee Asha Daniels. However, Lizzo's touring company, Big Grrrl Touring Inc., remains subject to potential legal action.

U.S. District Judge Fernando L. Aenlle-Rocha dismissed all seven causes of action against both Lizzo and tour manager Carlina Gugliotta, with no opportunity for refiling. The lawsuit, filed in September 2023, will proceed against Lizzo's companies.

Daniels' allegations include:

• Racist and fatphobic workplace environment
• Sexual harassment
• Disability discrimination
• Physical injury from a wardrobe manager
• Witnessed mistreatment of background dancers

The original complaint stems from Daniels' work during the 2023 European tour, where she initially designed custom pieces for dancers before being hired for an in-person role maintaining dancers' outfits in February 2024.

Attorney Martin D. Singer, representing Lizzo, expressed satisfaction with the court's decision and indicated they are considering counter-action for malicious prosecution. Meanwhile, Daniels' attorney Ron Zambrano confirmed that Lizzo and her tour manager will still be required to provide depositions in the ongoing case against the touring company.

The case continues as Lizzo and Big Grrrl Touring Company seek dismissal of all dancers' allegations, while the dancers pursue a jury trial.

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