Popular American singer and rapper Lizzo has made a significant decision in response to online criticism, stunning her fans. The four-time Grammy winner announced her departure from the digital realm. This move comes notably after the 35-year-old artist faced backlash for her performance at a fundraiser event for President Biden, attended by renowned personalities including Barack Obama and Bill Clinton.
Lizzo found herself embroiled in controversy as her former dancers accused her of sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment. The lawsuit, filed last August, alleges that the rapper assaulted numerous dancers. Presently, the suit is reportedly on hold, while Lizzo continues to vehemently deny all allegations and calls for the case to proceed.
Representatives for the complainants—Arianna Davis, Crystal Williams, and Noelle Rodriguez—criticized the Democratic National Committee for selecting Lizzo to headline the recent event. Attorney Ron Zambrano, in conversation with NewsNation, expressed deep concern, remarking, “It’s truly disheartening to see Lizzo selected as the headline act for this event amidst such serious allegations.” He went on to say, “Regardless of political views, it’s perplexing why anyone would opt for Lizzo as their representative, given the troubling nature of her actions.” It’s simply not a good look.”
In the midst of this controversy, Lizzo took to Instagram on Friday to share a cryptic message that left both fans and industry insiders bewildered. She wrote,
The exact meaning behind her statement regarding “quitting” remains uncertain. Some speculate that she intends to take a hiatus from social media, while others believe she may be considering stepping away from her music career altogether