Nigel Lythgoe will no longer be on the judging panel when the new season of So, you think you can dance premieres in March.
The 74-year-old producer and judge announced he was leaving office after being accused of sexual assault in two lawsuits filed against him in recent weeks.
He issued a statement explaining the decision.
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“I have informed the producers of So, you think you can dance of my decision to stop participating in this year’s series,” Nigel told Variety. “I did it with a heavy heart but completely voluntarily because this great program has always been about dance and dancers, and that is where its focus should remain. In the meantime, I am dedicated to clearing my name and restoring my reputation.”
Fox, 19 Entertainment and Dick Clark Productions emphasized to the outlet that the new season of the show would continue. Its premiere is scheduled for March 4.
“No decision has been made regarding a replacement judge for this season, which will premiere on FOX on Monday, March 4,” the companies said.
Nigel was supposed to be on the panel alongside Allison Holker and Maksim Chmerkovskiy.
His decision to resign comes a week after Paula Abdul sued him, accusing him of sexual assault and harassment while they worked together. The couple collaborated on both. SYTYCD and american idol.
A second lawsuit accused Nigel of sexual assault and was filed by two reality stars who worked with him on every american girl.
He issued a response to Paula’s lawsuit the day after it was filed.
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