Derek Dixon is doubling down on his sexual assault allegations against Tyler Perry in his first TV interview since filing a $260 million lawsuit .
The “Oval” actor opened up to ABC News Live ‘s Linsey Davis on Tuesday about his “vulnerable” accusations.
While Dixon admitted it has “been hard” to “tell [his] truth” and carries “a lot of shame,” he no longer “want[s] to stay silent about it anymore.”
He broke down Perry’s alleged sexual advances via text and in person, which were also described in his June lawsuit.
While some initial interactions “gave [Dixon] pause,” he claimed the alleged harassment took a turn when he stayed in the media mogul’s guest home.
“I got into bed, and I noticed he climbed into bed with me as well and started rubbing my leg,” Dixon alleged. “I jumped