By LawInspectsAimee Allison, founder of the political charity Organization “She the People”, had sued the actor Tyler Perry and Netflix last year, saying that they used the exact same name for Tyler Perry’s scripted Netflix comedy and confused people.
The lawsuit, which was filed in California just before the show’s May 22, 2025, premiere, names Netflix, Tyler Vision (Perry’s company), and actress Terri J. Vaughn. As per the allegation the series takes the non-profit’s existing brand name and the reputation. 
Allison’s lawsuit is based on the trademark law and unfair competition. Allison says in court records that have been published in trade news that she has used the name “She the People” since at least 2018 for political commentary, organizing, conferences, and podcasts targeted at encouraging more women of color into politics.
The complaint says that Perry’s attempt to register the mark in September 2024 was turned down in April 2025 because Allison had already registered it. It also says that the Netflix series’ usage of the same name will probably confuse the public about the non-profit’s activity.
In trademark lawsuits, the main questions are usually who used the mark first in business, how similar the marks are, and how likely it is that customers may get confused. Allison’s lawyers stress the non-profit’s national reputation and long-term use. Perry’s team and Netflix have not officially admitted fault in early press stories. Trademark lawsuits might ask for things like damages, an order to stop using the name, or a forced rebranding.
The legal battle quickly affected how Perry’s series was viewed by the viewers. Netflix and Tyler Perry’s entire team tried to modify the name of the show in July 2025. For the second half of Season 1, the streamer used the name “Miss Governor.” Media sources reported that was because of the trademark issue. Altering the name of a show doesn’t immediately settle down the legal dispute, but it can help clear up some of the confusion and is often a nice way to deal with the situation while the lawsuit is going on.
The lawsuit is more than just the trademark dispute, it also demonstrates how creative works may conflict when their Names are similar. People who supported Allison’s charity organization state that her brand is clearly political and a mission-driven. They also say that using their name for a fictional, state-set comedy might weaken and distract from the group’s mission. On the other hand, creative teams often appeal to fair usage of the subject matter.
Conclusion:
The lawsuit is still in the court and might take few months even longer to be resolved. The outcomes of trademark case depends on the specific registration records, how strong the previous use was and how the tribunals evaluate the risks of consumer confusion.
Yes, Tyler Perry and Netflix were sued over the name “She the People.” The lawsuit has already led to a title change for the Netflix Series while the legal process goes on.