At her recent Atlanta concert on August 14, renowned pop star Beyoncé displayed her unwavering support for Lizzo, the embattled rapper and singer currently facing a lawsuit for alleged sexual harassment by three of her former backup dancers. In a powerful moment during her performance, Beyoncé reaffirmed her solidarity with Lizzo by including her name in a list of inspiring women within her Break My Soul remix. Going a step further, the hitmaker, aged 41, passionately declared, ‘I love you, Lizzo!’ amidst her performance, demonstrating her unity with the beleaguered artist.
This gesture comes after a series of events involving the inclusion and subsequent removal of Lizzo’s name from Beyoncé’s lineup earlier in August. Addressing the situation, Beyoncé’s mother, Tina Knowles, clarified that the omission was not intentional and downplayed any notions of ill intent.
Interestingly, Beyoncé’s show in Boston took a different turn as she repeatedly mentioned Erykah Badu’s name, possibly to emphasize the significant influence Badu had on her. This move came after Badu accused Beyoncé of emulating her style during the current tour.
In the midst of this news, it’s noteworthy that Beyoncé didn’t mention the name of her own sister, Solange, during the sequence of the show. This sparked discussions among fans, with some speculating about the reasons behind the omission.
Lizzo, meanwhile, is currently facing scrutiny following a lawsuit filed by three of her former backup dancers—Arianna Davis, Crystal Williams, and Noelle Rodriguez. Alleging sexual harassment and claiming that Lizzo engaged in fat-shaming behavior, the trio expressed disappointment when Lizzo denied their accusations, asserting instead that their behavior had been ‘inappropriate and unprofessional’ while working with her.
This legal battle has sparked a wave of attention around the artist’s actions and has led to increased discussions within the entertainment industry.