The Papers: 'David Walliams accused' and 'Named & shamed'
Summary
UK newspapers report allegations of sexual misconduct against actor and comedian David Walliams, following his unsuccessful legal bid to prevent the claims from being published. Walliams denies grooming or sexually exploiting women and says he regrets behaving thoughtlessly in some relationships; the BBC is removing some programmes featuring him.Key Facts
- The Guardian and ITV News conducted a joint investigation lasting three years into allegations against Walliams.
- Walliams lost a legal bid to stop the claims from being made public.
- Walliams said he was not a sexual predator, had not broken the law and regretted not always considering other people’s feelings.
- A woman identified as Lilly Creighmore alleges Walliams groomed her when she was 18; he denies grooming her or acting inappropriately.
- Walliams denies that gifts or offers of help to Creighmore were attempts to manipulate or coerce her into sex.
- The Sun reports that the BBC is removing some programmes featuring Walliams, including Little Britain.
- The Daily Telegraph reports that London’s Metropolitan Police contacted the Guardian and ITV News to say potential victims could report criminal allegations to police.
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