Ex-BGT judge David Walliams named in investigation into alleged sexual misconduct with young women

David Walliams, once known for making audiences laugh through Little Britain and entertaining viewers as a judge on Britain's Got Talent, is now facing serious allegations of sexual misconduct. The British comedian and children's author has been accused of using his celebrity status to approach teenage girls and young women for sexual purposes. The allegations emerged following a three-year investigation by The Guardian and ITV News. Walliams has denied the claims and said he is not a sexual predator.

Who Is David Walliams? What He's Been Accused Of?

David Walliams is an English comedian, actor, television personality and author. He rose to fame through the BBC sketch comedy series Little Britain, which he created and performed with Matt Lucas. The show became a major success in the UK and helped establish him as a familiar face on British television.

David Walliams later became a judge on the popular talent show Britain's Got Talent, serving on the panel from 2012 to 2022. He also built a successful career as a children's author. His books include Gangsta Granny, The Boy in the Dress and Mr Stink. According to the Associated Press, his books have sold more than 60 million copies worldwide.

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What Are The Allegations Against David Walliams?

A joint investigation by The Guardian and ITV News, published on November 10, 2026, reported allegations from several women who said Walliams used his fame and influence to approach them when they were teenagers or young adults. One woman alleged that she first met him at a fan event when she was 15 and later experienced unwanted sexual contact at his home. Another woman said he began contacting her when she was also 15. Walliams has denied having sexual contact with the first woman and rejected claims that he groomed or manipulated young women.

The investigation also included allegations of inappropriate behaviour towards female colleagues at Britain's Got Talent and publishing company HarperCollins. According to The Guardian, the investigation involved accounts from more than 30 sources with first-hand knowledge, alongside supporting records.

David Walliams Denies Allegations, Says He Has Not Broken Law

David Walliams had approached the High Court in an attempt to prevent the media organisations from identifying him. His lawyers argued that publication could put his life at serious risk. However, the judge rejected his request, ruling that publishing the allegations was in the public interest. The court acknowledged his serious mental health vulnerability but did not determine whether the allegations were true.

In a statement reported by ITV News, Walliams said: “I am not a sexual predator. I have not broken the law.” He also expressed regret that some women he had known years earlier had experienced hurt or anger over their interactions with him. Following the investigation, his literary agency, Independent Talent Group dropped him. The BBC also announced a review of programmes featuring him.