UPDATE: YouTube sensation Zach King is facing serious allegations in a lawsuit filed by former producer Elisabeth Logan, who claims he sexually harassed her and created a toxic work environment at King Studio LLC. The lawsuit, recently filed in Los Angeles Superior Court, demands dismissal, arguing Logan’s claims are an attempt at a “shakedown payout.”
Logan’s lawsuit outlines multiple serious charges, including wrongful termination, sexual harassment, and gender discrimination. She alleges that King, who has amassed over 12 million YouTube subscribers and 66 million TikTok followers, misrepresented himself with a so-called “Christian persona” while engaging in inappropriate workplace behavior, including leaving his underwear on her office floor.
In a court filing made on March 4, 2024, King’s attorneys assert that Logan enjoyed a lucrative position as the second highest-paid employee in the company for years without any complaints about her work environment. They argue that her motivations are questionable, stating she only filed the lawsuit after King Studio refused to agree to her “unreasonable” contract demands.
The lawsuit, initiated in December 2021, paints a troubling picture of the workplace dynamics at King Studio. Logan, who began her career there as a part-time executive assistant in April 2015, claims she was consistently excluded from key projects and faced pay discrimination compared to male colleagues. Court documents reveal her frustrations, stating that King belittled her contributions while allowing male coworkers to shirk responsibilities.
This high-profile case sheds light on broader issues of workplace harassment and discrimination, particularly in the entertainment industry. Logan’s allegations detail a pattern of verbal abuse, including being told by King that she should prioritize becoming a wife and mother over her career aspirations.
The emotional toll is evident; Logan was reportedly fired over a Zoom call in May 2020, where King acknowledged that her termination would be a “total surprise” to her. He claimed that he let her go because she “complained too much,” further deepening the allegations of misogyny in the workplace.
As the case approaches a critical hearing on April 2, 2024, the public and media are closely monitoring the developments. This case could have far-reaching implications for workplace standards in content creation and the treatment of employees in the digital age.
While King has garnered substantial fame for his illusionist performances, the lawsuit raises questions about the disparity between his public image and the alleged reality within his company. With significant social media influence, King’s reputation is on the line as more details emerge about the internal culture at King Studio.
As this situation develops, it remains to be seen what impact this legal battle will have on King’s career and the broader conversation about harassment and discrimination in the workplace. Stay tuned for further updates as the court date approaches, and the implications of this lawsuit unfold.