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Actor Derek Dixon is suing Tyler Perry for at least $260 million, alleging repeated sexual assault and harassment during his time on Perry's TV show, "The Oval." The lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles, claims Perry leveraged his power to coerce Dixon into sexual acts, threatening his career if he refused. Perry's attorney denies the allegations, calling them a "scam." The lawsuit details multiple incidents of assault and harassment, including unwanted sexual messages and physical assault. Dixon claims Perry used promises of career advancement and a TV pilot as leverage. Dixon filed an EEOC complaint before quitting the show.

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