Joy Taylor, co-host of FS1’s Speak, did it big and glamorous for Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour performance at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. She came with fashion and attitude in an eye-stopping Instagram reel that left little to the imagination. With swagger, as she sashayed throughout the stadium and paid homage to Queen Bey, a cloud of a workplace behavior lawsuit loomed over her night of excess. Taylor is one of some familiar names mentioned in a current lawsuit by a former Fox Sports employee who alleges there was a persistent pattern of sexual harassment, poor work culture, and retaliatory behavior within the network.
The contrast between Joy Taylor’s current public image as a bold and outgoing social media star and as a named defendant in a severe court case cannot be escaped.
Beyoncé Electrifies SoFi Stadium as Cowboy Carter Tour Brings Out Celebrities, Including Joy Taylor
The Cowboy Carter Tour is Beyoncé’s 10th and follows the release of her widely praised 2024 album Cowboy Carter. Hailed for its genre-bending blending of country, soul, and pop, the album has been heralded as one of Beyoncé’s most ambitious works. SoFi Stadium was packed with fans, influencers, and celebrities who gathered to witness the musical icon’s latest creation come to life.
Self-proclaimed Beyoncé fan Joy Taylor was among the throng. She chronicled each aspect of her life on the internet, from preparing to get dressed to tweeting the thrill of the arena experience. The tweets generated broad interest in music and Taylor’s fearless dressing and public image.
Joy Taylor’s Instagram Reel Reveals Risqué Outfit Featuring Lingerie, Cutout Pants, and a Cowboy Hat Inspired by Beyoncé
Taylor’s Instagram reel begins with an amusing moment where she dances while wearing a floor-length robe before cutting abruptly to a showy clothing reveal. The since-viral reel shows Taylor messing around with a black pair of pants sporting radical cut-outs on the legs and hips that reveal a sizeable portion of her body. She layered over the getup with a transparent black lingerie top, dressed under a coordinating black jacket.
To complete the Cowboy Carter appearance, Taylor wore a sleek black cowboy hat. The overall look was western-glammy, as seen in Beyoncé’s imagery. The confident, glamorous reel portrayed Taylor standing, dancing, and finally getting inside the stadium to go to the show. It portrayed a woman who had herself firmly in check.
Former Fox Sports Staffer Names Taylor in Workplace Misconduct Lawsuit Alleging Toxic Environment, Harassment, and Favoritism
While Taylor was enjoying her night at the concert, court documents paint a very different picture. Noushin Faraji, a former Fox Sports hairstylist who worked at the network for over a decade, has listed Taylor as a defendant in a lawsuit. Faraji claims that Fox Sports had a hostile work environment characterized by sexual harassment, gender discrimination, and abuse of authority.
Among the most damning allegations is that Taylor’s advancement at Fox Sports was the result of an inappropriate relationship with executive Charlie Dixon. According to Faraji, Dixon used his influence to promote Taylor’s career in exchange for a sexual relationship. Faraji’s filing also accuses Taylor of directly contributing to the toxic atmosphere or through complicity. Taylor has not publicly addressed the claims, and her legal team has issued no formal statements.
Fox Sports Reportedly Engaged in Settlement Talks With Plaintiff as Legal Pressure Mounts
According to reporting by Front Office Sports, attorneys for Fox Sports and Faraji began mediation on March tenth to resolve the case through a financial settlement. Fox is reportedly eager to settle quickly to avoid further public scrutiny and reputational damage, particularly given the presence of its celebrity on-air personalities.
While mediation is not accusatory, it is often requested when both parties wish to limit the damage caused by prolonged litigation. If no settlement is reached, the case will proceed to trial. Such a scenario would generate more exposure to the inner dynamics of the network.
Social Media Stardom Versus Legal Reality: The Public May Be Watching, But So Are the Courts
Taylor’s online following increased, and her brazen presence at SoFi Stadium had an aura of invincibility. Even as her reel was widely cheered, the contrast between her manufactured public image and the serious allegations she is facing is dramatic.
The glamour, the style, and the filters may project confidence. However, a pending court case can redefine her public image. While court hearings linger, Taylor’s next moves, both online and offline, will be watched more closely.
Her fans can continue to follow in her footsteps, but the justice system can now insist on something far more substantial: accountability.
