Instagram/Tyler Perry & Mario Rodri Celebrity Lionsgate seeks dismissal from Mario Rodriguez's lawsuit against Tyler Perry, citing his minor role and that alleged misconduct occurred off-set. April 15, 2026 AceShowbiz - Tyler Perry is currently entangled in a legal dispute involving actor Mario Rodriguez, who has accused the filmmaker of making unwanted sexual advances. The case has taken a new turn as the distributor Lionsgate has filed a motion to be dismissed from the lawsuit.