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Derek Dixon Sues Tyler Perry for $260 Million Alleging Sexual Harassment and Assault

Court documents detail a pattern of coercion by the filmmaker between 2019 and 2021

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Overview

  • Dixon says he first met Perry in September 2019 and alleges that in January 2020 the filmmaker entered his guest room in Atlanta and made unwanted physical advances
  • He claims Perry followed up with sexually suggestive texts and further unwanted contact, including an alleged groping incident in June 2021 at Perry’s guest house
  • The lawsuit asserts that roles on Ruthless and The Oval were offered and withdrawn as part of a quid pro quo scheme to pressure Dixon into sexual compliance
  • Dixon reports suffering severe depression, anxiety, stomach issues and a PTSD diagnosis as a result of the alleged harassment and assault
  • Perry’s attorney Matthew Boyd labels the claims a "scam" and affirms the defense will vigorously contest the $260 million lawsuit