A three-year investigation by the Guardian and ITN alleged that the former television judge harassed women in the workplace and targeted young female fans. Although he admitted to past thoughtless behavior in casual relationships, he rejected all claims of predatory conduct. The fallout follows a series of past scandals, including his 2025 departure from publisher HarperCollins after misconduct allegations, as well as his 2022 exit from television following leaked derogatory comments.
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A joint media investigation has linked the prominent television star to workplace harassm…: A joint media investigation has linked the prominent television star to workplace harassment and the grooming of teenage fans.
The author has firmly denied any illegal activity while acknowledging past thoughtlessnes…: The author has firmly denied any illegal activity while acknowledging past thoughtlessness in his personal relationships.
These latest accusations follow prior career disruptions stemming from leaked offensive c…: These latest accusations follow prior career disruptions stemming from leaked offensive comments and controversial comedic material.
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David Walliams has been accused of grooming young fans and harassing women in the workplace, after failing to stop the Guardian and ITN publishing claims against him.
A three-year investigation, external by the two news organisations alleged the Little Britain star and former Britain's Got Talent judge preyed on teenage girls as young as 15 and young women, external for sexual purposes.
He had sought a High Court injunction to prevent publication, with his lawyers arguing if allegations were made public Walliams would likely kill himself. The court refused the request.
Walliams has denied all of the allegations but in a letter to journalists working on the investigation acknowledged "at times I behaved thoughtlessly towards other people I had casual sexual relationships with".
He added: "I am not a sexual predator. I have not broken the law, but I am devastated that some of the women I met 10 to 20 years ago have now expressed hurt or anger towards me."
The 55-year-old became a household name in the early 2000s through Little Britain, his comedy sketch show…
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