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Jamil called the attacks on Lizzo \"deranged\" in a lengthy Instagram post and also commented: \"Only sick people spend time going after innocent artists and not actual oppressors/abusers/criminals online.\"

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Missy Elliott sent several bouquets of flowers to Lizzo and urged her to \"continue to shine and be blessed through your next journey,\" which Lizzo shared via Instagram story.

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