So You Think You Can Dance season 11 finalist Rudy Abreu has been accused of sexually assaulting a 14-year-old. In a viral video doing rounds since May 16, dancer Charley Bennett, 22, revealed harrowing details about her experience as an assistant at a touring dance convention where Abreu worked as an instructor.&nbsp;

The then-14-year-old Bennett shared that she admired the SYTYCD alum since his stint on the show. During her time at the touring dance convention, she said Abreu "slowly began to bond with all the assistants," who were between the ages of 8 and 18. He would allegedly follow them on social media accounts and try to get closer to the girls, who admired him and considered him a cool mentor and teacher.

"That’s how boundaries and lines get crossed really young," she said, reports People.

In the clip, Bennett further alleged that &nbsp;Abreu's interactions slowly progressed into a more sexual nature. Abreu allegedly also sent a Snapchat message to Bennett describing all the ways he wanted to undress her in detail.

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Bennett claims Abreu once clicked a naked picture on an aeroplane and sent it to her.&nbsp;In another incident, he allegedly insisted her to look at a hole in his shorts, where the tip of his penis stuck out. “He asks me to look at that before he puts it away,” Bennett claimed.

Along with three friends, Bennett moved to LA when she turned 15 to assist Abreu with a dance. She claimed that he offered her weed and alcohol and touched her inappropriately.

“I distanced myself, I think, after this interaction,” she said. “I felt gross that his girlfriend wasn’t there, and that now he was touching me and it was just making me really uncomfortable.”

Abreu participated in season 11 of So You Think You Can Dance in 2014.&nbsp;

So You Think You Can Dance season 11 finalist Rudy Abreu has been accused of sexually assaulting a 14-year-old. In a viral video doing rounds since May 16, dancer Charley Bennett, 22, revealed harrowing details about her experience as an assistant at a touring dance convention where Abreu worked as an instructor.

So You Think You Can Dance season 11 finalist Rudy Abreu has been accused of sexually assaulting a 14-year-old. In a viral video doing rounds since May 16, dancer Charley Bennett, 22, revealed harrowing details about her experience as an assistant at a touring dance convention where Abreu worked as an instructor. The then-14-year-old Bennett shared that she admired the SYTYCD alum since his stint on the show. During her time at the touring dance convention, she said Abreu "slowly began to bond with all the assistants," who were between the ages of 8 and 18. He would allegedly follow them on social media accounts and try to get closer to the girls, who admired him and considered him a cool mentor and teacher. "That’s how boundaries and lines get crossed really young," she said, reports People. In the clip, Bennett further alleged that Abreu's interactions slowly progressed into a more sexual nature. Abreu allegedly also sent a Snapchat message to Bennett describing all the ways he wanted to undress her in detail. Also read: Cannes 2024: Urvashi Rautela looks feisty in red strapless gown Bennett claims Abreu once clicked a naked picture on an aeroplane and sent it to her. In another incident, he allegedly insisted her to look at a hole in his shorts, where the tip of his penis stuck out. “He asks me to look at that before he puts it away,” Bennett claimed. Along with three friends, Bennett moved to LA when she turned 15 to assist Abreu with a dance. She claimed that he offered her weed and alcohol and touched her inappropriately. “I distanced myself, I think, after this interaction,” she said. “I felt gross that his girlfriend wasn’t there, and that now he was touching me and it was just making me really uncomfortable.” Abreu participated in season 11 of So You Think You Can Dance in 2014.

So You Think You Can Dance finalist accused of sexual misconduct with a minor

Renowned TV producer and judge, Nigel Lythgoe, announced his voluntary withdrawal from the judging panel of So You Think You Can Dance&nbsp;on Friday following legal action implicating him in allegations of sexual assault. These accusations, notably one from fellow judge Paula Abdul, have cast a shadow over the forthcoming season of the popular Fox dance competition series,&nbsp;slated to kick off in March.

In a statement, Lythgoe, who is also co-creator and executive producer of the&nbsp;dance reality TV show, said, "I have informed the producers of So You Think You Can Dance&nbsp;of my decision to step back from participating in this year’s series."

The 74-year-old veteran TV figure, known for his work on reality TV hits such as American Idol, also voiced his dedication to clearing his name and restoring his reputation amidst these legal challenges.

Lythgoe&nbsp;added, "I did so with a heavy heart but entirely voluntarily because this great program has always been about dance and dancers, and that’s where its focus needs to remain. In the meantime, I am dedicating myself to clearing my name and restoring my reputation."

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In a lawsuit, filed on December 30th, singer and dancer Paula Abdul alleged that Lythgoe subjected her to assault twice - first during her tenure as a judge on American Idol&nbsp;in the early 2000s and later during her stint on So You Think You Can Dance, prompting her departure from the show after two seasons.

In response to the allegations, Lythgoe vehemently dismissed them as an "appalling smear" and vowed to contest them, reported&nbsp;AP.

(With inputs from agencies)

Renowned TV producer and judge, Nigel Lythgoe, announced his voluntary withdrawal from the judging panel of So You Think You Can Dance on Friday following legal action implicating him in allegations of sexual assault.

Renowned TV producer and judge, Nigel Lythgoe, announced his voluntary withdrawal from the judging panel of So You Think You Can Dance on Friday following legal action implicating him in allegations of sexual assault. These accusations, notably one from fellow judge Paula Abdul, have cast a shadow over the forthcoming season of the popular Fox dance competition series, slated to kick off in March. In a statement, Lythgoe, who is also co-creator and executive producer of the dance reality TV show, said, "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." The 74-year-old veteran TV figure, known for his work on reality TV hits such as American Idol, also voiced his dedication to clearing his name and restoring his reputation amidst these legal challenges. Lythgoe added, "I did so with a heavy heart but entirely voluntarily because this great program has always been about dance and dancers, and that’s where its focus needs to remain. In the meantime, I am dedicating myself to clearing my name and restoring my reputation." Also read: Hannah Quinlivan's agency issues statement to address 'fake Weibo post' on Jay Chou's infidelity In a lawsuit, filed on December 30th, singer and dancer Paula Abdul alleged that Lythgoe subjected her to assault twice - first during her tenure as a judge on American Idol in the early 2000s and later during her stint on So You Think You Can Dance, prompting her departure from the show after two seasons. In response to the allegations, Lythgoe vehemently dismissed them as an "appalling smear" and vowed to contest them, reported AP. (With inputs from agencies)

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Nigel Lythgoe steps down as So You Think You Can Dance judge after sexual assault allegations