David Walliams, one of Britain’s most recognized television personalities and a bestselling children’s author, faces multiple allegations of using his celebrity status and power to pursue sexual contact with young women and teenagers spanning several years. The allegations emerged in a joint investigation conducted by the Guardian and ITV News. Walliams and his legal representatives initially attempted to prevent publication of the allegations through court action, but the case was dismissed.
Two women reported that they were 15 years old when they first met Walliams. One woman, identified as Alex, met him at a Little Britain fan event in 2004 and said he requested sexualized photographs when she turned 17. They later engaged in sexual contact at his residence when she was 17 and 18. Another woman, identified as Jade, reported that Walliams kissed and touched her sexually when she was 15 after initiating contact online in 2007. Two additional women, Lilly Creightmore and another identified as Ella, stated they felt Walliams abused his power by pursuing them for sex after contacting them without prior connection. Walliams denies allegations from all four women, though he does not deny having sexual relations with Alex.
A fifth woman identified as Sarah reported meeting Walliams on the set of Britain’s Got Talent in 2016, where she was 18. She stated that Walliams invited her and a friend to his residence, where he served alcohol and attempted to kiss her despite her stated lack of interest. Former staff members from the television program reported concerns about Walliams’ interactions with young women working on the production, including inappropriate messages and comments.
Allegations also emerged regarding his behavior in the publishing industry. Walliams was dropped by his publisher HarperCollins in December 2025, following an internal inquiry into workplace conduct. Former publishing employees reported concerns about interactions with female staff and young women at work events. Walliams had engaged in a sexual relationship with a junior employee who later characterized it as an abuse of power. His legal representatives deny the allegations and stated that following notification from the Guardian and ITV News of the investigation, Walliams attempted suicide.
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