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David Walliams
London Crime News has published 7 stories involving David Walliams, from November 2026 to November 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.
- Courts · City of London
Minister calls for media culture change amid Walliams claims
Media minister Ian Murray has called for a significant cultural shift in the media industry, citing concerns over abuse and grooming allegations. The comments come amid an investigation into claims against David Walliams, who denies any wrongdoing. The minister referenced Russell Brand's recent sentencing.
City of London3 min readTrust 48 · Craft 65 · Hype 45 - Courts · London
Woman alleges David Walliams groomed her as teenager
Lilly Creightmore has spoken out about her allegations that comedian David Walliams groomed her as a teenager. She claims he contacted her after seeing her at a London show, later offering her accommodation and pressuring her to share his bed. Walliams denies all allegations of sexual misconduct.
London3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 65 · Hype 41 
LatestBaroness Casey condemns abuse of power in child protection failings
Baroness Louise Casey has described abuses of power by high-profile figures against young people as 'appalling'. Speaking after Russell Brand's sentencing and amid allegations against David Walliams, she highlighted systemic issues in child protection and welcomed the lifting of an injunction.
3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 65 · Hype 41
LatestDavid Walliams lists Regent's Park home for £10.5m
David Walliams has placed his four-bedroom semi-detached house near Regent's Park on the market for £10.5 million. The sale follows an investigation into claims of sexual misconduct, which the presenter has denied.
2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 61- Courts · City of London
David Walliams fails to keep identity secret over sex claims
Children's author and comedian David Walliams has lost a High Court bid to prevent his identity being revealed amid allegations of grooming. The judge ruled against an injunction, and no appeal was filed by the deadline.
City of London3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 65 · Hype 41 - Courts · City of London
David Walliams faces misconduct claims dating back to 2003
Women have accused TV star David Walliams of sexual misconduct and grooming, with allegations spanning over a decade. Walliams, 55, sought an injunction to prevent reporting of the claims, citing a risk of suicide, but his bid was rejected by a High Court judge.
City of London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 65 · Hype 45 
Courts · City of LondonDavid Walliams named in sexual misconduct allegations
David Walliams has been identified as the celebrity at the centre of a legal battle over allegations of sexual misconduct and grooming. The comedian lost a bid to prevent media organisations from publishing details of the claims.
City of London3 min readTrust 48 · Craft 65 · Hype 45