The Big Picture
- Paula Abdul has filed a lawsuit for sexual misconduct against Nigel Lythgoe, alleging multiple instances of assault.
- Nigel Lythgoe, former executive producer of American Idol and So You Think You Can Dance, had the power to retaliate against Abdul if she spoke up.
- Nigel previously faced a racial discrimination lawsuit from former American Idol contestants, which was dismissed due to contractual agreements.