UPDATE: YouTube sensation and illusionist Zach King is fighting back against serious allegations in a lawsuit filed by former producer Elisabeth Logan. The suit, which was lodged in the Los Angeles Superior Court, claims that King created a toxic work environment characterized by sexual harassment and gender discrimination.
Logan asserts that King, who boasts over 12 million YouTube subscribers and 66 million TikTok followers, misrepresented himself as a “Christian persona” while allegedly engaging in inappropriate behavior, including leaving his underwear in her office. The lawsuit, which includes claims of wrongful termination and wage discrimination, has garnered significant attention as it unfolds.
Logan’s allegations paint a grim picture of her employment at King Studio LLC, where she served as an executive assistant from April 2015 until her termination in May 2020. She claims that throughout her tenure, King acted in a misogynistic manner, belittling her contributions and undermining her career aspirations.
Court documents reveal that Logan was promised opportunities to advance her career but was often excluded from key projects. According to the suit, King verbally attacked her for minor mistakes while ignoring the errors of male colleagues. It alleges that he paid her less than her male counterparts for similar work and expected her to compensate for their lack of productivity.
The situation escalated in a Zoom call where King reportedly fired Logan, claiming her complaints were excessive. He allegedly told her to “think of it like a breakup,” which adds emotional weight to her claims of harassment and discrimination. Logan contends that King’s actions led to a hostile work environment, and she seeks justice for what she describes as a “shakedown payout” attempt by King.
In response, King’s legal team filed papers on Monday, arguing that Logan’s claims are baseless and an attempt to exploit the situation for financial gain. They contend that Logan enjoyed a lucrative position as the second highest-paid employee at the studio and had previously expressed gratitude towards King for his support. They describe her lawsuit as a retroactive attempt to recast ordinary workplace interactions as harassment and discrimination.
The case is set for a hearing on April 2, 2023, and both sides are preparing to present their arguments in what promises to be a highly publicized legal battle. With the increasing scrutiny of workplace behavior in the entertainment industry, this lawsuit is poised to shed light on broader issues of gender discrimination and harassment.
As this case develops, many are closely watching the implications it could have for both King and the larger social media landscape, where influencers wield significant power. The outcome may also influence how such allegations are perceived and handled in the digital age.
Stay tuned for more updates as this situation unfolds, and the court prepares to address these serious allegations.
