A former hairstylist for Fox Sports, Noushin Faraji, has filed a lawsuit alleging that former host Skip Bayless made repeated unwanted sexual advances toward her, including an astonishing offer of $1.5 million for sex. Filed on January 6, 2025, in California Superior Court, the lawsuit claims that Bayless and other defendants, including network executive Charlie Dixon and FS1 host Joy Taylor, created a toxic environment that allowed for a culture of abuse and intimidation.

According to the lawsuit, the harassment began in 2017 and included physical advances such as lingering hugs and kisses coupled with comments suggesting he could change her life if she consented to his propositions. Faraji's allegations detail a troubling workplace culture, stating that she "was forced to endure a misogynistic, racist, and ableist workplace" at Fox where executives could mistreat staff without fear of repercussions. In an alarming twist, Faraji asserts that Fox retaliated against employees who reported misconduct, promoting those responsible instead.

In the lawsuit, she recounted that Bayless had grabbed her hands and attempted to kiss them while making his monetary offer. The lawsuit also references other inappropriate behaviors, including a incident where Dixon allegedly groped Faraji at a party in 2017. Despite reporting these incidents, she felt dismissed and threatened, especially after being told by Taylor to "get over it" when she disclosed the groping incident.

As the case unfolds, Faraji seeks unspecified damages and aims for class-action status to represent other impacted employees, claiming they were denied full wages and overtime compensation. This comprehensive lawsuit highlights systemic issues at Fox Sports that have garnered public attention in recent years.

Fox Sports has publicly stated, "We take these allegations seriously and have no further comment at this time given this pending litigation." As of now, both Bayless and Dixon have not responded to direct inquiries regarding the lawsuit, reflecting a growing trend of accountability in workplace harassment cases.

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