David Walliams, the comedian and former judge on Britain’s Got Talent, has been accused of grooming fans and harassing women following his failed attempt to secure a legal injunction against the publication of these claims. The Guardian newspaper has reported on the allegations after a court decision allowed the story to move forward. The reports describe a pattern of behavior spanning several years, which the comedian denies.
According to a joint investigation conducted by The Guardian and ITV News, Walliams was described as predatory and pushy. The allegations suggest he repeatedly contacted young women through social media platforms or modeling agencies. These contacts often led to invitations to his home or to the dressing room at the talent show. One woman, who had developed a friendly relationship with the comedian after he initiated contact, stated that he constantly pestered her for sex.
The investigation also highlights that Walliams sent messages to young female runners who worked on his productions. Additionally, the report notes that he communicated with staff members at his former publisher, HarperCollins. Despite these specific claims, Walliams has maintained that he committed no wrongdoing, denying all allegations of sexual harassment or inappropriate behavior.
In the weeks leading up to this publication, it was disclosed that an anonymous celebrity had applied to the London High Court for an injunction. The aim was to stop ITN and The Guardian from publishing a story alleging that he abused his power to engage in inappropriate sexual activities with numerous girls and young women, as reported by the BBC. The court ultimately denied the request, clearing the way for the news organizations to share the details.
During the legal proceedings, Walliams told the court that if the injunction was not granted and the stories were published, it was highly likely that he would attempt to commit suicide. His lawyer further informed the court that the comedian had already made two previous attempts. This dramatic testimony added a layer of personal stakes to the legal battle over the publication of the claims.
Walliams is widely recognized for his role in the sketch series Little Britain and his tenure as a judge on Britain’s Got Talent. He is also a successful author of bestselling children’s books. His first major public accusation of inappropriate behavior emerged in 2022, when it was alleged that he made sexually explicit and derogatory comments about contestants on the talent show. These revelations, also reported by The Guardian, led to his departure from the program.
Following his exit from the show, Walliams sued Fremantle, the producer of Britain’s Got Talent, regarding data protection issues. The dispute was eventually resolved through an out-of-court settlement. The legal and professional complications continued into 2025 when HarperCollins ended its publishing contract with him. This decision came after an internal investigation into alleged inappropriate behavior and harassment directed at junior female staff at the company.
Earlier this year, the publisher announced that it would no longer sell or reprint his back catalog of books. This move marked a significant shift in his career trajectory, which had previously been defined by his media presence and literary success. The recent legal outcome now brings renewed attention to these earlier events and the new allegations.
As the news breaks, Variety has reached out to Walliams’ legal team for a comment on the latest developments. The publication of these stories by The Guardian and ITV News marks a new chapter in the ongoing scrutiny of the comedian’s conduct over the past several years.
The case highlights the complex intersection of celebrity status, legal privacy rights, and public interest in high-profile misconduct. With the injunction denied, the focus now shifts to the public response to the detailed accounts provided by the news organizations. Walliams’ denial of the allegations stands as a central point of contention as the story unfolds in the media.
