UK Comedian David Walliams Accused of Grooming Teens as Industry Faces Crisis
British comedian and children’s author David Walliams has been accused of sexual misconduct and grooming involving teenage girls and young women, with allegations dating back to 2003. The claims emerged after a High Court judge rejected his bid for an injunction to prevent the Guardian and ITV News from publishing his name. Walliams, who previously threatened suicide if identified, has denied wrongdoing, stating he is not a sexual predator and has not broken the law. The revelations have triggered a broader crisis in UK comedy, coinciding with the recent rape conviction of Russell Brand, prompting calls for stricter media safeguards and leading to the removal of Walliams’ books from schools and libraries.
