In a major update for fans of the iconic girl group, Nicole Scherzinger and Pussycat Dolls founder Robin Antin have officially reached a confidential settlement in their long-running legal battle over a failed reunion tour. The dispute, which began in 2021, stemmed from disagreements over Scherzinger’s creative control and financial stake in the group’s business ventures.

Background of the Lawsuit

According to court documents obtained by PEOPLE, Robin Antin, 64, filed a lawsuit against Scherzinger, 47, claiming that the singer refused to participate in the Pussycat Dolls reunion tour unless she received complete creative control and a larger share of the group’s profits.

Antin initially brought the complaint in 2021, asserting that she and her company, Pussycat Dolls Worldwide, had agreed to give Scherzinger 49% of the group’s shares and tour profits in 2019. This agreement was reportedly contingent on Scherzinger’s participation in the highly anticipated reunion tour.

Despite initial excitement and promotional efforts—including a new single released in late 2019 and a performance on The X Factor UK in February 2020—the tour faced multiple delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and plans for a European tour were left uncertain.

Dispute Details

The 2021 complaint alleged that although Scherzinger publicly confirmed her participation, she later demanded a larger 75% stake in Pussycat Dolls Worldwide and complete control over creative decisions. According to the complaint, she threatened to withdraw from the tour if her demands were not met.

Antin’s legal team claimed that this led to financial strain, including a $600,000 investment from Live Nation that was reportedly jeopardized by the disputes. Scherzinger’s attorney at the time strongly denied these allegations, describing Antin’s claims as “ludicrous and false” and asserting that Scherzinger had invested more than $150,000 of her own funds to support the potential reunion.

Timeline of Legal Proceedings

The legal battle saw several twists and turns:

• May 2024: Reports indicated that the two parties reached a tentative settlement, but additional time was needed to finalize details.
• July 2024: Antin’s lawyer requested both Scherzinger and Antin be present for a hearing, citing “professional commitments” and the complex structure of the settlement as reasons for delays.
• October 2024: A trial-setting hearing was scheduled but ultimately postponed.
• October 29, 2025: Scherzinger officially filed a request to dismiss the complaint with prejudice, signaling the finalization of the settlement.

Legal representatives for both Scherzinger and Antin declined to comment further on the terms of the agreement, citing the confidential nature of the settlement.

Nicole Scherzinger’s Career and the Pussycat Dolls Legacy

Nicole Scherzinger first rose to fame as the lead singer of the Pussycat Dolls, a group founded by Robin Antin in 1995 as a burlesque troupe before transforming into a mainstream pop girl group by 2003. The lineup included Ashley Roberts, Jessica Sutta, Kimberly Wyatt, Carmit Bachar, Melody Thornton, and Scherzinger herself.

After the group disbanded in 2009, Scherzinger pursued a successful solo music career, appeared as a judge on shows like The Masked Singer and The X Factor, and starred in Broadway’s Sunset Blvd. Her professional achievements have made her one of the most recognizable pop stars of the 2000s.

Meanwhile, Antin continued to manage and develop the Pussycat Dolls brand, leading to the planned 2020 reunion that ultimately sparked the legal dispute with Scherzinger.

What This Settlement Means

While the exact terms of the settlement remain confidential, the resolution allows both Scherzinger and Antin to move forward without further litigation. Fans of the Pussycat Dolls may still hope for a reunion in the future, though no official tour dates have been announced.

This legal chapter highlights the challenges that often accompany the reunion of legendary music acts, especially when creative control and financial interests are involved. Despite the legal hurdles, both Scherzinger and Antin have left an indelible mark on pop music history and the legacy of the Pussycat Dolls remains strong in popular culture.