Paula Abdul Settles Sexual Assault Lawsuit Against Nigel Lythgoe

Story by Raquel 'Rocky' Harris

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Former 'American Idol' judge Paula Abdul wins settlement in sexual assault lawsuit against reality TV titan Nigel Lythgoe

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The case stems from alleged incidents during their time working together on 'American Idol' and 'So You Think You Can Dance'
The settlement amount was undisclosed, but industry insiders speculate it could be a high-seven-figure payout to avoid a messy public trial

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Paula Abdul, Nigel Lythgoe, American Idol, So You Think You Can Dance, American Idol, So You Think You Can Dance