Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · June 23, 2025 · Entertainment

Silent Storm: Harry and Meghan Amidst Billionaire Godfather's Lawsuit

The Duchess of Sussex and Tyler Perry first got in touch when he sent Meghan a note before her wedding in 2018. The pair pictured at their first red carpet appearance together in December 2024

SHOCKING ALLEGATIONS ROCK HOLLYWOOD: Tyler Perry Accused of Sexual Assault and Abuse

The curtains have been pulled back on a shocking scandal that has left the entertainment industry reeling. African-American media mogul Tyler Perry, known for his hit TV shows and films, is being sued for $260 million (£193 million) by a young male actor who claims he was subjected to "escalating" sexual harassment, assault, and battery over several years.

The 46-page complaint, filed in Los Angeles Superior Court, paints a disturbing picture of Perry's alleged behavior. According to the lawsuit, Perry, who has built his Hollywood empire through his iconic character Madea, used his power and influence to manipulate and exploit the young actor, Derek Dixon.

Perry offered his $18million Beverly Hills mansion to Prince Harry and Meghan after they stepped back from royal duties in 2020

Dixon claims that he met Perry in 2019 while working for an event company owned by a close friend of the mogul. Perry allegedly invited him to audition over the phone and suggested he needed a "sugar daddy." The lawsuit states that Perry then cast Dixon in his long-running drama series, The Oval, but only after making it clear that he expected something in return.

The allegations against Perry are nothing short of astonishing. According to the lawsuit, he would often invite Dixon to stay at his mansion, where he would allegedly engage in inappropriate behavior, including rubbing his thighs and trying to get him to have sex. When Dixon resisted, Perry allegedly became more aggressive, threatening to "kill off" his character on the show if he didn't comply.

The lawsuit also claims that Perry told Dixon that he was looking for someone who was "loyal and dependent" on him, and that he would do anything to make him happy. Perry allegedly even offered Dixon a job as a writer and praised him for a screenplay he had produced, all in an effort to keep him quiet about the alleged abuse.

Derek Dixon has filed a lawsuit accusing Perry of using his influence in the industry to create a 'coercive, sexually exploitative dynamic'

But it's not just Dixon who has come forward with allegations against Perry. Christian Keyes, an actor and model who has appeared in various Tyler Perry films, claimed in 2023 that he was also subjected to sexual harassment by a "black Hollywood billionaire." Although Keyes didn't name the individual, the lawsuit suggests that Perry is the one being referred to.

The allegations against Perry are a far cry from his reputation as a pillar of America's black establishment. He has been hailed for his humanitarian work and philanthropy, and was even awarded the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award at the 2021 Oscars.

But behind the scenes, Perry allegedly has a history of exploiting vulnerable male actors and employees. According to the lawsuit, he has used his power and influence to manipulate and abuse those who are desperate for success in the entertainment industry.

Perry appeared in episode six of the Netflix documentary Harry and Meghan, where he compared 'the institution' to a 'batterer' for the way the royal couple were treated

As the scandal continues to unfold, it's clear that Tyler Perry's reputation is hanging by a thread. The question on everyone's mind is: what will happen next?

In related news, it was recently announced that Tyler Perry has been named godfather to the Sussexes' daughter, Lilibet. But as Meghan Markle and Harry's reputations continue to be scrutinized, one can't help but wonder if their friendship with Perry will survive these shocking allegations.

Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.