IT'S SO HOLLYWOOD WHEN A DESPERATE HOUSEWIFE ALLEGES ABUSE!

Former Desperate Housewife actress Nicollette Sheridan is suing series creator Marc Cherry on charges of assault and battery, gender violence, wrongful termination, and “intentional infliction of emotional distress”, according to TMZ.

Sheridan alleges that Cherry created a “hostile work environment,” regularly “demeaning” writers and staff, and behaving in a “dismissive, demeaning, and unprofessional manner” towards her both on and off set - the claim was obtained by EW. The actress claims that in September of 2008, when she questioned something in the script, Cherry took her aside and “forcefully hit her with his hand across her face and head.” Sheridan says that she immediately complained to ABC, but no action was taken.

Sheridan also claims - her complaints led directly to her termination. In addition to that the suit says, Cherry reportedly told third parties that “he hoped Sheridan would be distraught as a result of the termination.” The damages amount that Sheridan is seeking is $20 million.