Joy Taylor made her on-air return to Fox Sports on Monday, just a day after being named in a bombshell workplace misconduct lawsuit filed by former FS1 stylist Noushin Faraji. The lawsuit, which implicates Taylor alongside other prominent Fox Sports figures, including Skip Bayless and executive Charlie Dixon, has sent shockwaves through the sports media industry.
Despite the gravity of the allegations, Taylor remained tight-lipped about the lawsuit during her appearance on Speak, FS1’s weekday sports talk show. There was no change to the show’s schedule, and Taylor hosted as usual alongside co-hosts Paul Pierce, Michael Irvin, and Keyshawn Johnson.
Allegations Against Taylor
The lawsuit alleges that Taylor used sexual relationships with former NFL player and co-host Emmanuel Acho and Fox Sports EVP Charlie Dixon to advance her career. Additionally, Taylor is accused of plotting to fabricate a sexual misconduct claim against Dixon to protect her position at the network once he was no longer beneficial to her career.
“Once Mr. Dixon was no longer useful to [Taylor], she would follow through on her plan to tell the company that he forced himself on her,” reads a portion of the lawsuit filed in Los Angeles Superior Court.
Taylor is also accused of dismissing Faraji’s complaints about sexual harassment involving Dixon and Bayless, reportedly telling the stylist to “get over it.”
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Taylor’s Quiet Return
Taylor appeared on Monday’s episode of Speak wearing a blue dress and black tights, projecting a professional demeanor as she opened the show with a segment about the Detroit Lions. Spirits appeared high on set, with lighthearted banter flowing among the co-hosts, despite the cloud of controversy surrounding Taylor and the network.
However, Taylor made no reference to the lawsuit during the broadcast, nor did she acknowledge the allegations against her. This decision to avoid addressing the matter sparked immediate reactions on social media.
Fans React Online
Viewers quickly took to social media to comment on Taylor’s decision to remain silent.
“Joy Taylor on TV right now not giving a f**,”* one user wrote.
Another added, “Joy Taylor is on @SpeakOnFS1. Apparently, all is well. Nothing to see. Business as usual.”
The lack of acknowledgment from Taylor and her co-hosts left many fans surprised, given the high-profile nature of the allegations and the widespread media coverage.
Details of the Lawsuit
The lawsuit, filed Friday in Los Angeles, accuses Taylor, Bayless, Dixon, and Fox Corporation of various forms of misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual battery, negligent supervision, and retaliation.
- Skip Bayless is accused of offering Faraji $1.5 million for sex.
- Charlie Dixon is alleged to have groped Faraji’s buttocks on multiple occasions.
- Joy Taylor is accused of dismissing Faraji’s complaints and using her position to undermine the stylist.
The allegations span over a decade, from 2012 to August 2024, creating a picture of what the lawsuit describes as a hostile workplace environment.
Fox Sports’ Response
Fox Sports has provided little comment on the matter. In a statement to Front Office Sports, the network said: “We take these allegations seriously and have no further comment at this time given this pending litigation.”
What’s Next?
As of now, Taylor has not issued a public statement addressing the lawsuit. Her decision to carry on with business as usual on Speak has left many questioning whether the network’s silence is a strategic move to let the legal process play out before making any public acknowledgments.
With such serious allegations on the table, the lawsuit is likely to remain a focal point in the coming weeks, not just for Fox Sports but for the broader sports media industry.
For now, Taylor’s quiet return underscores the delicate balancing act of navigating a professional career amid personal and legal controversy.
