Lizzo
American rapper (born 1988)
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Melissa Viviane Jefferson, known professionally as Lizzo, is an American rapper and singer. Born in Detroit, Michigan, she moved to Houston, Texas, with her family at the age of ten. After college, she moved to Minneapolis, Minnesota, where she began her recording career in hip-hop. Prior to signing with Nice Life Recording Company and Atlantic Records, Lizzo released two studio albums, Lizzobangers (2013) and Big Grrrl Small World (2015). Her first major-label extended play (EP), Coconut Oil, was released in 2016.
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Lizzo Twerks During Online Stream After Dramatic Weight LossLizzo's really feeling herself these days ... 'cause she's showing off her dance moves for fans -- and they're mostly not safe for work. The singer-songwriter was streaming on Twitch earlier this week..TMZ.com - Published | |
Lizzo Flaunts Butt in Underwear Selfie After Huge Weight LossLizzo's clearly loving her slimmed-down body ... and, she's giving her fans another look at her fantastic form with a selfie focused on her booty! The singer-songwriter shared the photo on Instagram..TMZ.com - Published | |
Lizzo Speaks Out About Sexual Harassment Lawsuit, 'I Was Completely Surprised'Lizzo is breaking her silence about the harassment lawsuit filed by three of her former backup dancers -- saying she was completely blindsided by the accusations. Speaking on the "Baby, This Is Keke..TMZ.com - Published | |
Lizzo Scores Legal Victory in Harassment Case, Touring Company Still on HookLizzo scored a big legal win in the harassment case filed against her -- at least, for her as an individual ... but her touring company is still facing serious claims. Here's the deal ... on Monday, a..TMZ.com - Published | |
Lizzo Celebrates Thanksgiving With Another Peek at Her Dramatic Weight lossLizzo continued to wow fans with her dramatic weight loss ... this time while preparing to host Thanksgiving dinner. The singer showed off her trimmed down physique in a skin-tight dress with flowers,..TMZ.com - Published | |
Lizzo Shocks Fans With Dazzling Pics of Dramatic Weight LossIt's no secret that Lizzo has been putting in the work at the gym for a while now, for anyone who follows her on Instagram ... and it has certainly paid off! The singer recently posted stunning new..TMZ.com - Published | |
Lizzo Buys Jeremy Renner's Hollywood Mansion for $12.4 MillionLizzo has emerged as the lucky buyer of Jeremy Renner's $12.4M Los Angeles mansion, TMZ has learned. Sources with direct knowledge spilled the beans to TMZ, revealing Lizzo scooped up the 6-bedroom,..TMZ.com - Published | |
Lizzo Shares Weight Loss Reveal Vid, Says She Looks Fine Both WaysLizzo's sharing her weight loss with fans ... posting before and after clips -- and making it clear that she thinks she looks great either way. The singer-songwriter shared a short clip to her TikTok..TMZ.com - Published | |
Lizzo reacts to South Park joke about her in episode about OzempicLizzo says being referenced in a South Park episode is her "worst fear" - and shared her reaction to the joke in real time on social media.Sky News - Published | |
'South Park' Episode Uses Lizzo's Body Positivity as Alternative to Ozempic"South Park" took direct aim at the whole "body positivity" movement and used Lizzo as its weapon. The episode -- titled "The End of Obesity" -- uses the singer as the alternative to Ozempic. It..TMZ.com - Published | |
Black Protester Called 'Lizzo' By White Guys, Receives Monkey TauntsA Black pro-Palestine protester was called "Lizzo" by a group of white counter-protesters during a heated faceoff this week ... and she received racist taunts likening her to a monkey. The ugly scene..TMZ.com - Published | |
Lizzo clarifies what she meant by 'I quit' commentsUS pop star Lizzo has assured fans that she is not quitting the music industry - after an earlier statement where she said she is tired of being ridiculed online.Sky News - Published | |
Lizzo Clarifies 'I Quit' Post, Not Leaving Music IndustryLizzo says she isn't quitting the music industry -- despite her fans assuming she was after last week's message -- but rather ... she's leaving her haters in the past. The singer clarified her alarming..TMZ.com - Published | Lizzo quits music industry saying she is "tired of being dragged by everyone'US popstar Lizzo has quit the music industry because she is tired of being ridiculed online for her looks and her character.Sky News - Published |
Lizzo Says She 'Quits,' Blames Lies & Bullying for Step BackLizzo may be taking a big step back from the limelight ... as she announced she was quitting being famous in a disheartening post Friday on social media. The Grammy winner shared on Instagram she was..TMZ.com - Published | Lizzo Says She Didn't Turn Down Cameo For Jennifer Lopez Movie, Wasn't AskedLizzo is pushing back on the notion she turned down a cameo for the new Jennifer Lopez movie ... and it sounds like she would've come aboard if she knew about it. Here's the deal ... J Lo revealed all..TMZ.com - Published |
Lizzo wants 'meritless' bullying claims dismissedPop star Lizzo has asked a judge to dismiss a lawsuit from a former employee alleging bullying, harassment and discrimination - calling the claims "meritless".Sky News - Published | Lizzo Accepts Humanitarian Award Surrounded by Black Plus-Sized WomenLizzo is sending a very clear message -- she loves and supports "Black fat women" -- giving them a spotlight as she accepted a humanitarian award. The singer was honored Thursday night with the Black..TMZ.com - Published |
Lizzo faces new harassment claims in lawsuit from former wardrobe designerLizzo is facing a new lawsuit from a former wardrobe designer on her tour who says she was subjected to fat shaming and racism while working for the Grammy award winner.Sky News - Published | Lizzo Sued by Tour Employee for Racial Harassment, Sexual Harassment and MoreLizzo is back under fire for allegations tied to inappropriate working conditions on her tour ... getting sued by a woman who says she was forced to hear racist and fatphobic comments from members of..TMZ.com - Published |
Lizzo Plans to Sue Backup Dancers, Photos Show Accusers Backstage At Topless ShowLizzo's got plans to sue the same backup dancers who are taking her to court ... and new photos appear to show her accusers having a great time backstage following some nude entertainment in Paris,..TMZ.com - Published | Lizzo Spotted for First Time Since Being Sued By Backup Dancers, Gives UpdateLizzo looks and sounds unbothered by the lawsuit hanging over her head ... possibly using all the controversy as inspiration to create new art. The "Truth Hurts" singer was spotted Monday for the first..TMZ.com - Published |
More complaints about Lizzo's behaviour being investigated in wake of lawsuitMore complaints into Lizzo's behaviour are being investigated by lawyers representing her accusers.Sky News - Published | Jay-Z's 'Made In America' Festival 2023 Canceled As Lizzo Was Set To HeadlinePhilly won't be taking the main stage for Made In America this year, in fact, no one will ... as the festival has canceled its 2023 event, citing "severe circumstances." The star-studded lineup was set..TMZ.com - Published |
Dancers suing Lizzo accuse star of 'gaslighting' over denial of harassment allegationsTwo of the dancers suing Lizzo over claims of weight-shaming and sexual and racial harassment have told Sky News they feel the US singer is "gaslighting" and "victim blaming" them by denying their..Sky News - Published | Beyoncé Includes Lizzo's Name in 'Break My Soul' Remix, Loses Erykah BaduLizzo is back in Beyoncé's good graces -- that, or she never left to begin with -- and we know this because the Queen Bey is back to saying her name ... on stage, no less. The singer name-dropped..TMZ.com - Published |
Stars and Scars -- You Be the JudgeLizzo has taken heat over a lawsuit filed by 3 backup dancers, but Cardi B is in the clear over her mic-throwing incident. So we gotta ask ...TMZ.com - Published | Lizzo's future is hanging in the balance - will she survive?Body positivity is Lizzo's brand.Sky News - Published |
Lizzo Breaks Silence on 'Fabricated Claims' After Being Sued By Backup DancersLizzo is speaking out for the first time since being sued by three of her former backup dancers who claim she sexually harassed them ... calling the allegations "as unbelievable as they sound." The..TMZ.com - Published | Lizzo says 'I am not the villain' in first statement since sexual harassment allegationsLizzo has insisted she is "not the villain" as she is sued by three former dancers over allegations of sexual harassment and the creation of a hostile work environment.Sky News - Published |
Lizzo Accusers Claim Dancers Feared Retaliation If They Didn't Do What She WantedLizzo makes it clear her backup dancers will face repercussions if they don't do what she asks, even if that means getting freaky at a live sex show ... at least, that's what 2 of the women suing her..TMZ.com - Published | Lizzo's former backup dancers allege she 'contradicts everything she stands for behind the scenes'One of Lizzo's former backup dancers who has filed a lawsuit against the singer has said she is "contradicting everything she stands for behind the scenes".Sky News - Published |
Singer Lizzo accused by former dancers of sexual harassment and weight-shamingFormer backup dancers for Lizzo have filed a lawsuit against the singer, accusing her of sexual harassment and of allegedly creating a hostile work environment.Sky News - Published | Tina Turner Tributes from Janet Jackson, Lizzo, Mariah Carey and MoreTina Turner's undeniable impact on music, and beyond, is being felt all over the world ... with some of the biggest artists paying homage to the legendary singer -- some of them live onstage. Lizzo..TMZ.com - Published |
Lizzo Cancels Montreal Concert, Thinks She Has The FluLizzo says she's pulling the plug on a concert in Montreal ... telling fans she just can't muster the strength to perform because of flu-like symptoms. The "Truth Hurts" singer canceled her gig in..TMZ.com - Published | Lizzo Attends Anna Wintour's Pre-Met Gala Dinner, Dragged Last Year's EventLizzo looked as happy as ever pullin' up to Anna Wintour's pre-Met Gala dinner, but it's an awkward situation, considering Lizzo just got done complaining about last year's event. The singer was all..TMZ.com - Published |
Lizzo & Jack Black's 'Star Wars' Cameos Seen as Final Straw by Fan BoysIt seems some 'Star Wars' diehards can't deal with Lizzo and Jack Black's cameos on 'The Mandalorian' ... 'cause they're calling their appearances the death of the franchise. Yeesh ... Here's the..TMZ.com - Published | Lizzo Goes IG Official with BF at Pre-Grammy Gala for Atlantic ExecsLizzo's boyfriend was front and center this weekend -- both at a big starry event, and on the place where a relationship matters most ... the Gram. The singer showed off actor and comedian, Myke Wright..TMZ.com - Published |
Lizzo joins Harry Styles in Brits performer line-up as gender category row rumbles on Lizzo has joined the line-up of performers for the 2023 Brit Awards, organisers have confirmed.Sky News - Published | Lizzo Says Cancel Culture is Appropriation, Vents on Social MediaLizzo is starting the new year with a list of grievances about the state of social media -- including the notion that "cancel culture" has been warped into something unrecognizable. The singer has been..TMZ.com - Published |
Lizzo Fires Back at Body-Shaming CommentsLizzo has a lot to say to the folks who won't stop talking about her figure ... she's tired of all the body shaming and says she's not here to fit anyone's beauty standards. The singer just went on a..TMZ.com - Published | |
