Dixon, who became a a series regular on Perry’s show The Oval, is suing for sexual and work harassment along with sexual battery and sexual assault as well as other claims and seeking $260 million in damages,

Derek Dixon has filed a $260M lawsuit against Tyler Perry for allegations of harassment, misconduct and coercion during their professional relationship

The Oval actor, Derek Dixon, has filed a $260,000,000 lawsuit against media mogul Tyler Perry, accusing the acclaimed filmmaker of sexual harassment, assault, and coercion. Per PEOPLE, the suit was filed on Friday (June 13) in Los Angeles and details Dixon’s time starring as Dale on Perry’s BET+ series Ruthless and The Oval.