Arts & Entertainment
Lizzo Asks Fans For Footage Of Alleged Security Guard Attack
The star says a "bigoted" security guard tackled, "slapped and manhandled" members of her crew, including her stylist.
MILWAUKEE, WI — Singer and Summerfest headliner Lizzo is asking festival officials to cooperate in dealing with what she said was a bigoted security guard, she said in a tweet. She added she's asking fans to send in any footage of the alleged incident.
"Racism and bigotry don’t care if you’re a headliner," the star tweeted in criticizing the guard, while praising the crowd.
She said the security guard slapped and manhandled her hair stylist.
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Tonight was beautiful. You are beautiful. But the struggle ain’t over. Racism and bigotry don’t care if you’re a headliner. Thank you @summerfest. We will be filing a complaint against that bigoted “security” guard and I hope you’ll be cooperative in seeking justice. xoxo pic.twitter.com/bt3J5Cy1AS
— |L I Z Z O| (@lizzo) June 28, 2019
Summerfest responded the same day on Twitter, saying they're investigating the incident.
"While there may be challenges during a performance, we expect those challenges to be handled professionally & respectfully. If those standards were not met, we will take appropriate action," they said.
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1/2 Lizzo gave an incredible performance which she now feels is tarnished by events which occurred during the performance. We do not tolerate racism in any form. We will conduct a thorough investigation.
— Summerfest (@Summerfest) June 28, 2019
2/2 We have an experienced crowd management staff who strive to protect performers & fans. While there may be challenges during a performance, we expect those challenges to be handled professionally & respectfully. If those standards were not met, we will take appropriate action.
— Summerfest (@Summerfest) June 28, 2019
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