Paula Abdul accuses ‘American Idol’ exec producer Nigel Lythgoe of sexual assault, harassment

​ Paula Abdul, Grammy-winning entertainer and former judge on “American Idol” and “So You Think You Can Dance,” is suing the executive producer of those programs, Nigel Lythgoe, accusing him of sexual assault and harassment along with gender violence and negligence, according to a lawsuit filed Friday. Read More Breaking News, Latest News and Videos | CNN