Multiple women accuse David Walliams of abusing his celebrity status
The Guardian and ITV News say several women claim David Walliams used his fame to prey on them for sexual purposes when they were young.
The Guardian and ITV News say several women claim David Walliams used his fame to prey on them for sexual purposes when they were young. The investigation, reported by the Guardian, says the alleged victims were as young as 15 when Wallows met them. Walliams, a comedian and former Britain’s Got Talent judge, has denied any wrongdoing.
Investigations correspondent Maeve McClenaghan discussed the findings with Nosheen Iqbal in a podcast episode that the Guardian released on YouTube. The same investigation is featured in ITV News’s documentary "David Walliams: Power and Silence," also available on YouTube and ITVX. Both outlets say the material links Walliams to a pattern of grooming fans, though the entertainer maintains his innocence.
Why it matters
The allegations involve a well‑known public figure and raise questions about abuse of power in the entertainment industry.
Key details
- Location
- United Kingdom · Europe
- Reported by
- The Guardian
- First reported
- Key names
- David Walliams, Guardian, ITV News, Maeve McClenaghan
- Section
- Entertainment
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