Paula Abdul settles sexual assault lawsuit against Nigel Lythgoe - AV Club

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Paula Abdul puts the past behind her, settling high-profile sexual assault lawsuit against 'American Idol' producer Nigel Lythgoe.

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The undisclosed settlement puts an end to a years-long legal battle, with Abdul expressing relief at moving on from the ordeal.
Lythgoe, a powerhouse producer in the reality TV world, was accused of sexually assaulting Abdul during their time working together on 'American Idol' in the 2000s.

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Paula Abdul, Nigel Lythgoe, American Idol, American Idol