Derek Dixon Sues Tyler Perry for $260 Million Over Sexual Assault Allegations
Actor Derek Dixon has filed a lawsuit against Tyler Perry, alleging sexual assault and harassment, seeking $260 million in damages.
Overview
- Derek Dixon, an actor, has filed a lawsuit against Tyler Perry for sexual assault and harassment related to the TV shows 'The Oval' and 'Ruthless'.
- The lawsuit seeks at least $260 million in damages, with allegations including workplace gender violence and threats regarding his character's future on the show.
- Dixon previously filed a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission in 2024 but claims no action was taken, leading to significant financial losses.
- Tyler Perry's attorney has denied the allegations, labeling them as false and suggesting that Dixon is attempting to exploit the situation for financial gain.
- The lawsuit includes claims that Perry exploited vulnerable actors and employees, offering them roles and financial incentives in exchange for compliance with inappropriate demands.
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Analysis
Emphasizes Perry's attorney's denial of allegations, labeling them a scam and asserting manipulation.
Perry's attorney denied the allegations, calling them a scam and accused the plaintiff of attempting to set up a scam.
The lawsuit compares the allegations to those against other well-known entertainment industry figures accused of sexual misconduct.
The suit claims Perry used the production of a script as leverage over Dixon.
Articles (5)
"…The complaint alleged that Perry “provided vulnerable men with acting positions, roles, show contracts, cars, and money,” and that once they were “hooked,” the filmmaker would “put them in fear of losing it all unless they engaged in Mr. Perry’s perverted desire for sexual gratification.”"
Rolling Stone·7d·"…The lawsuit alleges that Perry has “a troubling pattern of exploiting vulnerable male actors and employees” and that like “Harvey Weinstein, Bill Cosby, R. Kelly, Sean “P-Diddy” Combs… Mr. Perry’s success has led him to believe that money and influence can get him whatever he wants.”"
The Guardian·7d·"…The lawsuit alleges that Perry offered Dixon his first acting role in 2019, but later groped him and made unwanted sexual advances, creating a toxic environment tied to his career."
NBC News·7d·"…Dixon leveled claims of an alleged "sustained pattern of workplace sexual harassment, assault, and retaliation.""
USA TODAY·7d·"…The lawsuit alleges that Perry leveraged his industry power to repeatedly sexually assault and harass him while keeping him quiet."
Associated Press·7d·FAQ
Derek Dixon alleges sexual assault, sexual harassment, workplace gender violence, and threats related to his character's future on Tyler Perry's TV shows. He also claims Perry promised career advancement and creative opportunities in exchange for compliance with inappropriate demands.
Dixon is seeking $260 million in damages due to alleged significant financial losses and harm to his career, which he claims arose from the sexual assault and harassment incidents and inaction by authorities after his previous complaint.
Tyler Perry's attorney has denied the allegations, calling them false and suggesting that Dixon is attempting to exploit the situation for financial gain.
Yes, Derek Dixon previously filed a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission in 2024, but claims no action was taken.
The allegations could significantly impact Tyler Perry's public image and the reputation of his productions, potentially leading to scrutiny of workplace practices and affecting future projects or partnerships.
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