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Man Sues Dr. Phil for Alleged Gay Discrimination

8/22/2026

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  • Jerry Sharell sued Dr. Phil McGraw for alleged discrimination and wrongful termination.
  • He filed the complaint in Los Angeles Superior Court on August 20, 2026.
  • Sharell alleges he was excluded from a 2023 Texas move because he is openly gay.
  • He says his salary was cut 30%, health benefits lost, and he was reclassified as contractor.
  • Attorney Chip Babcock denies the allegations, calling them fabricated and an attempt to avoid arbitration.