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David Walliams Accused of 'Grooming Fans' and 'Harassing Women'
Variety • • general
Key Points:
- David Walliams has been accused by The Guardian of grooming fans as young as 15 and harassing women in the workplace over several years, allegations he denies.
- The accusations include Walliams repeatedly contacting young women through social media and modeling agencies, inviting them to his home or dressing room, and pestering them for sex.
- Walliams sought a court injunction to prevent publication of these claims but was denied, allowing The Guardian and ITV News to publish their joint investigation.
- The comedian has previously faced allegations of inappropriate behavior on "Britain’s Got Talent," which led to his departure from the show, and HarperCollins terminated their publishing contract with him following an internal investigation.
- Walliams' legal team has been contacted for comment, and he has expressed severe distress over the allegations, including previous suicide attempts.
