Derek Dixon Sues Tyler Perry for $260M
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Breaking Lawsuit N
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Actor Derek Dixon has filed a $260 million lawsuit against Tyler Perry, citing sexual assault and harassment claims.
Incident Began in 20
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Dixon alleges that in early 2020 at Perry’s Atlanta home, he was groped and press
ured into unwanted contact.
Escalating Harassment
Perry supposedly followed up with explicit messages and unwanted advances through 2021, while on set.
Formal Complaint File
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In June 2024, Dixon filed with the EEOC, before quitting The Oval and taking his case to court in June 2025.
Perry’s Denial
Perry’s lawyer called the case “fabricated” and said Dixon is trying to extort money from hi
m.
High-Profile Comparison
The lawsuit evokes previous scandals like Weinstein and Cosby, raising concern over abuse of power in Hollywood.
Legal Stakes Detailed
Dixon accuses Perry of sexual battery and retaliation, seeking mass
ive damages for emotional distress.
Industry Impact Un
folds
The case sparks a broader look at power dynamics, with calls for protections against expl
oitation in entertainment.
Next Steps in Court
Filed on June 13, 2025, in L.A. Superior Court—the initial hearings will set the tone fo
r this high-stakes trial.
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