The co-creator and Judge of So You Think You Can Dance, Nigel Lythgoe, was forced to step down from his position after 16 seasons with the reality show. Here’s what we know about the situation.
Nigel Lythgoe started off his career as a dancer and choreographer but expanded into the reality TV industry as a TV executive and producer.
He produced sensational hits of his time which included shows like Pop Idol, American Idol, and Superstars of Dance. He then went on to co-create and be an executive producer of So You Think You Can Dance.
Nigel stayed with the show for 16 seasons but had an unexpected exit that left fans questioning what happened.
Nigel Lythgoe had multiple lawsuits filed against him
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Jojo Siwa, the Dance Moms alum, was Nigel’s replacement on Season 17. After his exit, there were rumors and allegations of sexual assault against the reality judge but nothing was brought out officially.
Nigel wasrumored to return on SYTYCD Season 18after a year’s hiatus but wasn’t a par of the show after four people came forward and filed lawsuits against him.
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She shared screenshots of inappropriate text messages that she claimed to have received from Nigel throughout their working relationship.
Nigel Lythgoe chose to voluntarily step downfrom joining SYTYCD Season 18 after the four lawsuits were filed.
Areesha is a former Reality TV/Entertainment Writer at Dexerto. Previously, she worked with the Reality TV vertical at Collider. She covers news, features and evergreen articles.
