Tyler perry offers gay actor 1 million for 2017 role

TMZ reports that the tycoon has been hit with allegations of harrassment by Derek Dixon. Per the suit, Dixon claims he met Perry in and says that the media maestro made a beeline for him. In hopes of furthering his career, he gave Perry his number when asked. He claims the star advised him that he had a role in mind for him.

Tyler Perry Rebukes Devil, Warns Fans to Beware of Facebook Scam Using His Name (Video)

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Alfonso Ribeiro Says He Wants Nothing To Do With Tyler Perry

Actor Derek Dixon has found himself in a legal situation with Tyler Perry. Dixon is suing the filmmaker for quid pro quo sexual harassment, sexual battery, sexual assault, intentional infliction of emotional distress and retaliation, among other things. Dixon alleged in court documents obtained by Us Weekly that he met Perry while working on an opening party for Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta, Georgia, in At the time, Dixon said he and Perry exchanged phone numbers and the Straw director later cast him on the show Ruthless.

Tyler Perry Accused of Sexual Assault and Harassment in $260 Million Suit

Tyler Perry born Emmitt Perry Jr. He was raised in a physically abusive home with his father, but he has maintained that his mother was a bright light in his life. He recalls weekly church services that they attended together as a source of connection for the two. After leaving his abusive childhood home, Perry went to Atlanta to pursue a career as a playwright.