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In 2021, three former dancers for Lizzo sued her for alleged sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment. They claimed she made inappropriate comments about their bodies, pressured them to wear revealing clothing, and forced them to interact with performers at an Amsterdam strip club.
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In 2021, a group of seven former groundskeepers and maintenance workers sued Kim Kardashian for unpaid wages and overtime. They alleged they weren't properly compensated for working long hours at her Hidden Hills estate and weren't given sufficient meal breaks.
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In 2018, Reynolds' production company was sued by a former security guard for unpaid wages and overtime. The guard claimed he was on call 24/7 and wasn't properly compensated for his work.
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In 2019, a former fashion intern for Kanye West sued him for unpaid wages and alleged racial discrimination. They claimed that West and his team made racist remarks and subjected them to a hostile work environment.
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In 2012, Simpson's former assistant sued her for unpaid wages and overtime. The assistant claimed she was on call 24/7 and wasn't properly compensated for her work.
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In 2012, Stone's former nanny sued her for racial discrimination and unpaid wages. The nanny claimed that Stone made racist remarks about her Filipino heritage and violated California labor laws.
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In 2023, the couple was sued by their former nanny for wrongful termination and discrimination based on her religious beliefs. The nanny claimed she was fired after refusing to attend church with the family.
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In 2022, Brandy's former housekeeper sued her for wrongful termination and alleged age discrimination. She claimed that Brandy fired her for being too old and refused to pay her for work she'd already completed.
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In 2013, Diddy's butler sued him for unpaid wages and overtime. The butler claimed he was on call 24/7 and wasn't properly compensated for his work.
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In 2012, Stewart's former bodyguard sued her for wrongful termination and age discrimination. The bodyguard claimed he was fired after complaining about Stewart's mistreatment of her employees.
Unfortunately, celebrities being sued by their employees is a relatively common occurrence. The power dynamics and demanding nature of their work can create situations where employee rights are potentially violated.
Here are 10 celebrities who have been sued by their employees, along with the nature of the lawsuits:
