David Walliams cameo cut from Australian film after sexual harassment allegations
Summary
Distributors in Australia and the United States say they have removed David Walliams’ cameo from the upcoming film Fing! and will exclude him from its publicity. The decisions followed published sexual harassment allegations, which Walliams denies; streaming service Stan dropped the film, and Sky plans to exit as its UK and Ireland licensee.Key Facts
- Transmission Films said Walliams will not take part in the Australian publicity campaign for Fing!, due in cinemas on 14 January.
- The film’s producers said they removed Walliams’ cameo appearance.
- Stan said it removed Fing! from its content slate.
- US distributor Angel Studios said it removed Walliams’ cameo and will exclude him from US marketing and promotion.
- Sky said it intends to exit its position as the film’s UK and Ireland licensee and has removed content featuring Walliams from its platforms.
- The film is based on Walliams’ 2019 book and stars Taika Waititi, Mia Wasikowska, Iona Bell and Blake Harrison; Jeffrey Walker directed it.
- A Guardian UK and ITV News investigation reported allegations of sexual harassment, including claims involving young fans and workplace conduct. Walliams denies the allegations.
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