Tyler Perry Sued for R4 Billion Over Sexual Harassment and Assault Claims

• American actor Derek Dixon is suing Tyler Perry for R4 billion over alleged sexual harassment and assault
• Dixon is famously known for starring in the filmmaker's popular TV shows, Ruthless and The Oval
• Social media users reacted to Perry and Dixon's alleged conversations, which have gone viral on X

Hollywood TV producer Tyler Perry, who was previously spotted with Mariah Carey's former lover, has been accused of sexual assault by actor Derek Dixon.

The TV mogul, whose sexuality has been questioned over the years, is being sued for $260 million (R4 billion) over allegations of sexual harassment, assault, and retaliation, among other complaints.

People Magazine reports that Dixon claimed he met Perry in September 2019 before going on to star in his popular TV shows, Ruthless and The Oval.

The publication adds that the actor accused Perry of creating "a coercive, sexually exploitative dynamic" between them. This reportedly happened while Dixon was starring on Perry's TV shows.

Dixon has shared his alleged conversations with Perry, which are trending on social media.

Pop Base reported on its X account on Tuesday, 17 June, evening that the award-winning filmmaker has been accused of sexual assault.

Social media reacts to the assault allegations

kjsdn@ViQueenie reacted:

"This man is Harry and Meghan’s daughter’s godfather. Par for the course."

@Mlimo_o said:

"The fact that Beyoncé would associate herself with him is disgusting. I’m so disappointed… canceling my tour tickets."

PatronGoldQueen wrote:

"We stand aside with Tyler Perry. Alleged means it could be a lie until the truth is proven; we all will stand with Tyler."

@CtrlAltDwayne said:

"And yet Derek still took the role? Funny how it's a problem after he got what he wanted."

@khokhas_ replied:

"I'm sorry, I have to ask. What's the money for? It won't take away the assault obviously. How's it justice to get paid for being assaulted? Shouldn't justice be putting the perpetrators away? Is it for the upcoming legal fees?"

@nic041mccoy said:

"Nothing here incriminates Tyler Perry at all! lol he’s being baited."

@RyanXCX13 replied:

"Accusations should always be taken seriously. Derek deserves to be heard and for justice to prevail, no matter the status."

@ih8teithere_ said:

"I told my mom after watching the BET Awards, where he boasted about making more black millionaires than Hollywood ever produced, that he was finally being accused of assault. How long ago was the BET Awards? Man I’m good."

@NathalieNCGir wrote:

"Here we go again. The new way of making money. I hope there will be consequences for all the people pressing fake allegations just for money and fame and ruining all these men's lives. This is getting out of control."

Gogo Maweni grateful for assault case postponement to allow her to give birth to her twins

Meanwhile, Briefly News reported that Gogo Maweni's legal troubles have hit a pause to allow her to give birth to her twins. The reality TV star faces charges of assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.

Gogo Maweni appeared briefly at the Protea magistrates' court on Thursday, 12 June 2025. The Izangoma Zodumo reality TV star, whose real name is Makhotso Lee-Anne Mofokeng, will be given time to rest before her trial resumes. The court case has been deferred to 15 October 2025 after she gives birth to her twins. Her legal team argued that her doctor instructed her to rest and not travel as her pregnancy is complicated.

The celebrated traditional healer was arrested earlier this year and was later released on R5,000 bail. Maweni wanted to keep pregnancy secret.

According to TshisaLIVE, Maweni said she intended to keep her pregnancy private. However, with the assault trial, her pregnancy was disclosed.

“I feel great because. Honestly, I wanted to keep the pregnancy a secret, but unfortunately, I got arrested, and it came out that I was pregnant,” Maweni told the news publication.

Siv Ngesi slams Tyler Perry's new Netflix film Straw: "It Is Terrible"

In more entertainment news, Briefly News reported this June that South African actor and TV presenter Siv Ngesi has given his opinion on Tyler Perry's new movie, Straw.

The media personality said that the Netflix film starring Taraji P Henson was terrible and that he could not even watch past 30 minutes.

Some followers seemed to agree with Siv Ngesi, while others disagreed with his views, saying it was a brilliant movie.

Source: Briefly News