UK children’s author David Walliams accused of sex assault, grooming teens
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November 10, 2026
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LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP)—United Kingdom (UK) media on Tuesday published allegations that British comedian and children’s author David Walliams groomed teenage fans and sexually assaulted a 15-year-old girl, as well as harassed young female colleagues.
The claims, published by The Guardian newspaper and ITV news channel, came after a joint investigation into allegations by multiple women dating back as far as 2003.
Walliams, who lost a High Court battle against being identified in the UK media and did not appeal, denied targeting teenagers and using his fame to manipulate them to have sex, his lawyers told media.
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