Julie Stewart-Binks accuses Charlie Dixon of sexual assault at Fox Sports
- Julie Stewart-Binks filed a lawsuit against Fox Sports and Charlie Dixon, alleging sexual assault during a meeting in 2016.
- The lawsuit was influenced by a prior claim from a hairstylist against Dixon, suggesting a pattern of misconduct.
- Stewart-Binks hopes her action will lead to systemic changes in the industry to curb sexual harassment and abuse.
In January 2025, a former Fox Sports reporter named Julie Stewart-Binks publicly accused Charlie Dixon, the executive vice president for content at Fox Sports, of sexual assault after an event that occurred in 2016. The lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court, claimed that Stewart-Binks was coaxed into Dixon's hotel room under the pretense of discussing Super Bowl plans. During this meeting, Stewart-Binks alleged that Dixon berated her, belittling her abilities and ultimately assaulting her. Stewart-Binks was inspired to file her lawsuit after a previous report surfaced involving a hairstylist who also made allegations against Dixon, highlighting a systemic issue of sexual abuse within Fox Sports. Despite the allegations being from several years ago, Stewart-Binks’ lawsuit aims not only for personal redress but seeks broader changes within the network to address and prevent sexual harassment and abuse. The lawsuit also includes a demand for damages for emotional distress, underscoring the significant impact on Stewart-Binks’ career and well-being. Following her departure from Fox Sports, Stewart-Binks has continued her career in broadcasting, working with various prominent sports networks, but aims to bring awareness and justice to issues of harassment within the sports industry. The case has gained attention in the media and raises important questions about accountability and the protection of individuals who speak out against powerful figures in the workplace.