Archive · 13 Jan 2026
L.A. Reid Settles Sexual Assault Case with Drew Dixon
L.A. Reid, a famous music executive, has settled a lawsuit with Drew Dixon, a former executive who accused him of sexually assaulting her and hurting her career.
They settled the case on the day the trial was supposed to start.
Drew Dixon said she is happy to go back to making music.
L.A. Reid said he settled without admitting any wrongdoing.
Drew Dixon had talked about her experiences in a documentary and is known for advocating for survivors of sexual assault.
The settlement was kept private, and both sides have moved on.
L.A. Reid and Drew Dixon settled a sexual assault lawsuit on 12 January 2024.
Dixon alleged Reid sexually assaulted her in 2001 and retaliated against her career.
The settlement terms were not made public, and Reid did not admit liability.
Dixon expressed excitement to return to making music after the settlement.
Dixon had previously detailed her allegations in the 2020 documentary 'On the Record.'
- Who
- L.A. Reid and Drew Dixon
- What
- Settlement of a sexual assault lawsuit
- When
- 12 January 2024
- Where
- Manhattan federal court
- Why
- To resolve allegations of sexual assault and career retaliation
- Parties Involved
- L.A. Reid and Drew Dixon
- Settlement Date
- 12 January 2024
- Allegations
- Sexual assault and career retaliation
- Settlement Terms
- Confidential
- Drew Dixon's Reaction
- Excited to return to music
- L.A. Reid's Statement
- No admission of liability
- Drew Dixon's Legal Action
- Filed under New York's Adult Survivors Act
- Documentary
- On the Record (2020)