British author David Walliams faces sexual misconduct allegations

British comedian and children's book author David Walliams, 55, has been named in a major investigation by ITV News and The Guardian regarding allegations of sexual assault and inappropriate behavior toward women, including a 15-year-old girl. Walliams unsuccessfully attempted to block the publication of these reports in the High Court, citing potential risks to his life, but the court ruled that press freedom must prevail. While the author denies breaking the law, he admitted to acting 'frivolously' in past relationships but explicitly denied being a 'sexual predator.

The consequences for Walliams have been immediate and extensive. His publisher, HarperCollins, had already ceased cooperation with him in December 2025 following previous internal complaints, and his literary agent has now formally terminated their professional relationship. Furthermore, the BBC announced it will remove content associated with the author from its platforms, including the popular series 'Little Britain'. The ongoing investigation highlights a pattern of alleged misconduct spanning several years, with multiple women coming forward to provide accounts of his behavior.