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Paula Abdul Settles “Hard-Fought Battle” With ‘American Idol’ EP Nigel Lythgoe Over Sexual Assault Suit


The ex-So You Think You Can Dance judges have come to an agreement that ends Paula Abdul's sexual assault suit against Nigel Lythgoe

“I hope my experience can serve to inspire other women, facing similar struggles, to overcome their own challenges with dignity and respect, so that they too can turn the page and begin a new chapter of their lives.” Though Abdul settled withco-defendants FremantleMedia North America and American Idols Productions back in April, the matter with Lythgoe was scheduled to go to trial in August of next year. A heating next month in LA Superior Court on previous motions could now be the official unconditional end of this four-claim complaint, if it isn’t taken off the docket beforehand.

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