“I have informed the producers of ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ of my decision to step back from participating in this year’s series," Lythgoe said in a statement.
Nigel Lythgoe stepping aside as 'So You Think You Can Dance' judge after sexual assault allegations
→
Lythgoe said in a statement that he was “shocked and saddened” to hear of the allegations made by Abdul, who he said he considered a “dear” and “entirely platonic” friend.
Paula Abdul accuses Nigel Lythgoe of sexual assault in lawsuit
→