Lizzo Announces 'Taking A Gap Year' Amid Lingering Lawsuit

Lizzo is hitting the pause button! The pop sensation, born Melissa Jefferson, surprised fans with a noticeably slimmer look as she announced her decision to take a gap year to focus on her wellbeing. 

This move comes amid the ongoing sexual harassment lawsuit filed by former employees. The singer had hinted at stepping back from her music career months earlier, making this official announcement a big deal for her. 

Lizzo is all about "protecting my peace" as she shows off her massive weight loss amid her lawsuit drama.

Lizzo is prioritizing self-care and tranquility. She recently shared her plans to take a gap year while on a soul-soothing trip to Bali. In a serene Instagram video, the singer stepped out onto the balcony of her vacation home, silently standing in the rain, embodying a sense of peace. 

Capturing the moment, Lizzo simply captioned the post, "I'm taking a gap year & protecting my peace," alongside a prayer hand emoji.

Showcasing her weight loss transformation, the actress flaunted a sleek figure in a one-piece black bathing suit. Her quiet but powerful message resonated with fans, signaling a time of reflection amid the ongoing legal battles surrounding her career.

Fans could not contain their excitement as Lizzo unveiled her new look, showcasing a noticeably slimmer figure. In the comments section of her Instagram post, followers flooded the 36-year-old with praise and admiration.

One fan celebrated her decision, writing, "Loving this vibe on you..inner peace." Another added, "Wellbeing is more important than the grind! Normalize this!"

A third pointed out, "You look so at peace, losing weight, taking a step back from life. You wear it well, Queen." Others chimed in with similar sentiments, highlighting Lizzo's radiant energy and self-care journey. 

"Lookin' good, homie! You deserve all that you desire!" wrote a user, while another praised, "Bravo! She lost so much weight, wth!" Comments like "Okay, skinny legend" and "Lizzo, you look amazing" reflected her fans' overwhelming support.

Lizzo's recent announcement of taking a gap year has been building up for months. The first sign came in late March, when she expressed frustration over constant criticism from people in her life and online, stating, "I Quit."

The Blast noted that Lizzo's candid post stirred concern among her followers, prompting the rapper to clarify her statement in an emotional follow-up video. Wearing a striking blue swimsuit, the "About Damn Time" singer explained:

"When I say 'I quit,' I mean I quit giving any negative energy attention." 

She assured fans that her love for making music and connecting with people remained unchanged. "What I'm not going to quit is the joy of my life," Lizzo said. Lizzo closed her message with an empowering note for her audience:

"If I can just give one person the inspiration or motivation to stand up for themselves and say they quit letting negative people, negative comments, win then I've done even more than I could've hoped for."

With a red heart emoji, Lizzo affirmed her commitment to moving forward with a focus on authenticity.

The star's announcement about prioritizing her well-being and staying true to her music struck a chord with fans. The post was flooded with support as over 10,000 comments poured in, celebrating Lizzo's inspiring message.

One fan wrote, "Yesss!!! The industry needs Lizzo!" adding a pink heart emoji for emphasis. Another chimed in, "Your music brings me so much joy and empowerment, Lizzo. Please never quit." 

Supporters encouraged Lizzo to ignore negativity, with one comment reading, "Girl, don't care about them!! You're amazing."

Fans also expressed relief that she was not stepping away from her music career, with sentiments like, "Seriously, I was literally worried. Cus ma'am you make bangers!!! Why quit that?" 

Another echoed the general sentiment, writing, "I'm so happy to hear this Lizzo - you're such a huge inspiration."

Lizzos' self-care announcements come months after she made significant progress in the ongoing harassment lawsuit filed against her by former backup dancers. 

Earlier in the year, The Blast reported that the court partially sided with the singer, marking a notable development in the case. 

The legal battle dates back to last year when three of her ex-dancers—Arianna Davis, Crystal Williams, and Noelle Rodriguez—filed a suit claiming they experienced harassment while working with her.

In the ruling, Judge Mark H. Epstein of the Los Angeles County Superior Court partially sided with Lizzo, granting half of her request to dismiss the case.

Notably, Lizzo and her dance group, Big Grrl, have consistently denied "each and every allegation" brought forth by the plaintiffs. Judge Epstein's 34-page order explained his reasoning behind allowing part of Lizzo's demands while dismissing others, like her request for a jury trial.

Lizzo is clearly committed to prioritizing her mental and physical well-being, and her fans can't have enough of it!