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arts-and-culture1 month ago•5 min saved

Gary Glitter Denies 1970s Abuse Charges in London Court

British glam rock star Gary Glitter, known legally as Paul Gadd, has pleaded not guilty to eight historical sexual offense charges. The 82-year-old musician appeared via video link from prison at Southwark Crown Court in London on September 2, 2026. Prosecutors allege that Gadd abused a girl between the ages of 8 and 11 during a period spanning from March 1978 to December 1981. The charges include four counts of indecent assault, two counts of sexual intercourse, and two counts of indecency. Judge Tony Baumgartner scheduled a three-week trial to begin on November 22, 2027. Gadd remains in custody pending the trial.

via The New York Times|

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crime3 months ago•1 min saved

Gary Glitter charged with historic sexual offences dating to the late 1970s

Former pop star Gary Glitter (Paul Gadd) has been charged with four historical sexual offences dating from 1978–1981: one count of unlawful sexual intercourse with a girl under 13 and three counts of indecent assault on a girl under 14, alleged to have taken place at a Kensington address with one identified victim. He is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on 5 August. The charges follow a January 2025 Met report; Glitter was interviewed in July 2025 and remains in custody at HMP Channings Wood. CPS London says there is sufficient evidence and it is in the public interest to proceed.

via BBC|

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world3 months ago•17 min saved

UK Ex-Singer Gary Glitter Faces Decades-Old Sexual Offense Charges

Britain’s former pop star Gary Glitter, real name Paul Gadd, has been charged with historical sexual offenses dating from 1978–1981 in Kensington, London, including one count of unlawful sexual intercourse with a girl under 13 and three counts of indecent assault; he is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Aug. 5. Glitter has a long criminal history that includes a 1997 conviction for downloading child pornography, prior deportations over abuse allegations, and a 2015 conviction for attempted rape and indecent assault that led to a 16-year sentence. He was released on license in February 2023 but recalled in March 2023, with his parole bid denied in 2025.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

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world3 months ago•376 min saved

Former glam-rock star Gary Glitter charged in 1978–81 abuse case

British prosecutors charged former glam-rock star Gary Glitter (Paul Gadd) with unlawful sexual intercourse with a girl under 13 and three counts of indecent assault on a girl under 14, in connection with alleged abuse dating from 1978–1981. Glitter, 82, is already serving a 16-year sentence for abusing three schoolgirls between 1975 and 1980 and was released on licence in 2023 but recalled weeks later for breaching licence conditions.

via NBC News|

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world3 months ago•15 min saved

Former Pop Star Gary Glitter Faces Four Historic Sex Offense Charges In UK Case

Gary Glitter, the former pop singer and convicted sex offender, has been charged with four historic offenses dating from 1978–1981 involving a girl under 13. The charges include one count of unlawful sexual intercourse with a girl under 13 and three counts of indecent assault on a girl under 14. Glitter is currently serving a 16-year sentence for earlier convictions and is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Aug. 5; the allegations were first reported to police in January 2025.

via Variety|

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entertainment3 years ago•8 min saved

"From Fame to Failure: 11 Musicians Who Ruined Their Careers"

This article highlights 11 musicians who have ruined their careers due to various controversies. Marilyn Manson faced multiple allegations of sexual assault and abuse, leading to his label and agency dropping him. R. Kelly's career took a hit after allegations of sexual abuse, resulting in canceled shows and being found guilty on multiple charges. Chris Brown's career suffered after his arrest for domestic violence against Rihanna, although he has since made a partial recovery. Gary Glitter's career ended after being convicted of child sex abuse. Ryan Adams faced accusations of emotional and verbal abuse, leading to a decline in his career. Other musicians mentioned include Nick Carter, Kris Wu, Orri Páll Dýrason, Trey Songz, Milli Vanilli, and Ashlee Simpson.

via BuzzFeed|

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crime3 years ago•1 min saved

Gary Glitter Returns to Prison Again After Alleged Violation of Bond.

Former glam rock star Gary Glitter, who was released from a UK prison in February after serving half of a 16-year sentence for sexual crimes, is back in prison for violating the terms of his probation. Glitter was fitted with a GPS tag and placed under monitoring, with the understanding that he would go back to prison if he violated the terms of his probation. The Ministry of Justice did not specify which of the conditions Glitter violated.

via Stereogum|

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