David Walliams speaks out as High Court dismisses injunction bid over sexual misconduct allegations: ‘I am devastated’

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Two women have accused the comedian and children’s author of sexual misconduct, including one who alleges he assaulted and groomed her when she was 15.

Women, including some who were reportedly as young as 15 at the time, have accused British television personality and children's author David Walliams of sexual misconduct.

The allegations emerged through a joint investigation by ITV News and The Guardian, following Walliams' unsuccessful attempt to obtain an injunction preventing the media outlets from publishing reports about the claims.

The allegations against the 55-year-old comedian date back to 2003. The women claim that Walliams used his celebrity status and professional influence to approach young women and pursue what they described as inappropriate and exploitative sexual encounters, The Standard reported.

According to the investigation, the alleged incidents cover different stages of Walliams' career, raising questions about his conduct both within and outside the entertainment industry.

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The allegations reportedly relate to periods when Walliams was involved in several high-profile projects, including the television comedy Come Fly With Me and the popular talent show Britain's Got Talent, where he served as a judge, The Standard reported.

His successful career as a children's book author has also been mentioned in connection with the wider allegations.

Walliams has rejected all allegations of sexual misconduct made against him.

The claims have come to public attention following the legal challenge over their publication, allowing ITV News and The Guardian to report on the accusations.

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