The Brief
- Actor Derek Dixon accuses Tyler Perry of harassment, assault, and retaliation in a $260 million lawsuit.
- Dixon says coming forward was “terrifying” but necessary to protect future actors.
- Perry’s attorney says they are confident the claims will fail in court.
ATLANTA – The actor who filed a $260 million lawsuit against Atlanta resident and movie mogul Tyler Perry for alleged sexual harassment, assault, and retaliation is speaking publicly for the first time.
What they’re saying:
Derek Dixon, who appeared on Perry’s shows “Ruthless” and “The Oval,” told The Hollywood Reporter that filing the lawsuit has been “terrifying,” but he felt he couldn’t stay silent.…