Renowned filmmaker Tyler Perry was accused of sexual assault and harassment by one of the actors from his television drama series, “The Oval,” claiming the filmmaker wielded control over him. Derek Dixon,

An actor who worked on Tyler Perry's TV series "The Oval" has filed a lawsuit accusing Perry of sexual assault and harassment during his time on the show.

Derek Dixon, an actor who worked with Mr. Perry, is suing him for $260 million for sexual harassment, assault and battery. A representative for Mr. Perry called the allegations a “scam.”