Tyler Perry told the court that actor Derek Dixon's lawsuit accusing him of sexual assault is "profoundly disappointing, cynical and - most of all - false," Us Weekly can exclusively report. Perry's legal team filed court documents on October 1, calling out the claims in Dixon's case, where he is seeking $260 million in damages from Perry, 56, and his production company over sexual misconduct by the famous director. In his filing, Perry said Dixon's lawsuit draws, "on Hollywood stereotypes and the bad acts of others, Dixon, 35, distorts and tries to turn sinister Mr.
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Tyler Perry Says Assault Accuser Derek Dixon 'Needs Help' in Lawsuit Response
October 13, 2025
5 months ago
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