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Paula Abdul Settles Lawsuit Against Producer Nigel Lythgoe
Paula Abdul has settled her sexual assault allegations against Nigel Lythgoe from their time on 'American Idol' and 'So You Think You Can Dance.'
ABC NewsPaula Abdul settles lawsuit alleging sexual assault by 'American Idol' producer Nigel Lythgoe
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Los Angeles TimesPaula Abdul, Nigel Lythgoe settle lawsuit a year after she accused producer of sexual assault
NPRPaula Abdul settles suit alleging sexual assault by 'Idol' producer Nigel Lythgoe
Rolling StonePaula Abdul Settles Sexual Assault Lawsuit With Former 'American Idol' Producer
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Paula Abdul and Nigel Lythgoe have reached a settlement regarding Abdul's allegations of sexual assault, which date back to her time as a judge on his shows. The settlement is awaiting court approval, and while both parties express relief, details remain undisclosed. Abdul hopes her story empowers other women. Lythgoe has faced multiple allegations and stepped down from his role on 'So You Think You Can Dance.' Both successfully conclude a protracted legal dispute that began nearly a year ago.
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