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Paula Abdul Settles Sexual Assault Lawsuit With Former ‘American Idol’ Producer

Paula Abdul has reached a settlement with former "American Idol" producer Nigel Lythgoe a year after she sued him on allegations of sexual assault.

Paula Abdul and former American Idol producer Nigel Lythgoe have reached a private settlement a year after she first sued him on sexual assault allegations, according to court documents obtained by Rolling Stone. “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.” She claimed that she attended believing the dinner to be a “professional invitation.” “Lythgoe forced himself on top of Abdul while she was seated on his couch and attempted to kiss her while proclaiming that the two would make an excellent ‘power couple,” the suit alleged.

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