‘Enablers’ in comedy industry criticised following David Walliams allegations

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12 Nov 2026 • 8:06 PM MYT
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‘Enablers’ in comedy industry criticised following David Walliams allegations

  • Comedian Nish Kumar claimed the comedy industry knew about David Walliams, stating some shows instructed that no young women enter his dressing room.
  • Walliams was recently accused of sexual misconduct involving girls as young as 15 following investigations by The Guardian and ITV News, allegations he denies.
  • Speaking on his podcast Pod Save the UK, Kumar called for accountability among industry enablers who shield individuals whose behaviour is an open secret.
  • Walliams had previously sought a court injunction to block the publication of the investigation, but his bid was dismissed by a judge.
  • In a letter to journalists, Walliams expressed regret for behaving thoughtlessly in past relationships, but denied being a sexual predator or abusing his power.

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