David Walliams Sues “BGT”: Leaked Comments Spark Legal Battle and Career Fallout

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• Settlement and Apology: Fremantle, the production company behind "Britain's Got Talent," apologized and reached a settlement with David Walliams after the leak of derogatory comments he made about contestants during his time as a judge.
• Legal Action: David Walliams sued Fremantle for misuse of private information and violations of UK data protection laws. He claimed the company caused him psychiatric harm and financial loss by recording and leaking his private conversations.
• Leaked Comments: The leaked remarks, made in 2020, included derogatory and sexual comments about contestants. These comments, captured by microphones intended for judge discussions, caused public outrage and damaged David’s reputation.
• Impact on Career and Mental Health: The fallout from the leaked comments led to significant career setbacks for David, including lost earnings, canceled appearances, and severe depression. His lawsuit highlighted the extensive surveillance by Fremantle, which recorded private conversations without his consent.
• Legal Demands and Settlement: David sought damages for lost earnings, psychiatric harm, and privacy breaches, totaling up to £10 million. He demanded the destruction of all recordings and transcripts. Although a settlement was reached, the terms have not been disclosed.
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