Fashion designer Daniels claims Lizzo oversaw an “unsafe, sexually charged workplace culture”, which the singer has denied.
She accused the star’s wardrobe manager of making “racist and fatphobic” comments and mocking black women in the entourage.
A spokesperson for the singer called the case an “absurd publicity stunt”.
Her lawyers described Daniels as a “disgruntled” former employee with “meritless and salacious” claims.
Lizzo, known for tracks like Truth Hurts and Juice, built her reputation on body positivity, but last year found herself the subject of several similar accusations.
Daniels’ case echoed previous allegations made by three of Lizzo’s former tour dancers, who sued the star in August last year, accusing her of sexual harassment and fat-shaming over multiple incidents in 2021 and 2023.
In a statement at the time, Lizzo denied the allegations, saying: “These sensationalised stories are coming from former employees who have already publicly admitted that they were told their behaviour on tour was inappropriate and unprofessional.”
The star and her Big Grrrl Big Touring company have requested that the court dismiss the dancers’ allegations. The dancers are requesting a jury trial.
In April this year, Lizzo – real name Melissa Viviane Jefferson – assured her fans online that she would not be leaving the limelight anytime soon.
She previously wrote: “I quit”, saying she was fed up of being targeted for her looks and character online.
But she later clarified in a new video: “When I say ‘I quit’, I mean I quit giving any negative energy attention.”
