Filmmaker Sophia Nahli Allison calls Lizzo "a narcissistic bully"
Sophia Nahli Allison claims she exited her role as the director of ‘Love, Lizzo’ after only two weeks because she “was treated with such disrespect.” https://t.co/w6C50ndNGi pic.twitter.com/ZjraObD9f5
- Entertainment Weekly (@EW) August 4, 2023
A few hours after the three former backup dancers filed a lawsuit against Lizzo, Sophia Nahli Allison revealed on Instagram that she exited her her role as the director of the 'Love, Lizzo' documentary after only two weeks of working with the singer.
"I usually do not comment on anything pop culture related.
But, in 2019, I traveled a bit with Lizzo to be the director of her documentary. I walked away after about 2 weeks. I was treated with such disrespect by her.
I witnessed how arrogant, self-centered, and unkind she is. I was not protected and was thrown into a shitty situation with little support. My spirit said to run as fast as you fucking can and I'm so grateful I trusted my gut.
I felt gaslit and was deeply hurt, but I've healed.
Reading these reports made me realize how dangerous of a situation it was. This kind of abuse of power happens far too often.
Much love and support to the dancers."
She later posted another story about others reaching out to her with their stories on Lizzo.
"to be clear:
Since I've spoken out, I've had others privately share their very similar experiences, and I have also been affirmed by people who witnessed what I went through.
Lizzo creates an extremely toxic and hostile work environment and undermines the work, labor and authority of other black and brown womxn in the process. (Notice how the documentary ended up being directed by a cis white man.)
She is a narcissistic bully and has built her brand off of lies. I was excited to support and protect a Black woman through the documentary process but quickly learned her image and "message" was a curated facade.
I stand with the dancers and anyone who has had similar experiences working with her and her team. These working conditions are not ok."
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