Second well-known British celebrity with ‘many victims’ has injunction

| Deputy Entertainment Editor Published November 11, 2026 10:35am Updated November 11, 2026 10:35am A second celebrity has an injunction to prevent allegations against him being made, a journalist has alleged (Picture: Getty Images) A second unnamed celebrity reportedly has an injunction to prevent allegations about him being reported, it has been claimed. This week, David Walliams was named as the celebrity who unsuccessfully tried to obtain an injunction to prevent the reporting of sexual misconduct claims against him. Mr Justice Nicklin dismissed Walliams’ application to block the publication of a joint investigation by The Guardian and ITV News, which has alleged the former Britain’s Got Talent judge sexually harassed and groomed several young girls. Walliams denies all allegations against him. Speaking on The Private Eye Podcast, which was released prior to Walliams being named, journalist Justine Smith has now alleged that there’s another man who has obtained an injunction. She alleges the man has ‘multiple, multiple victims’. Walliams was publicly named after losing an unprecedented High Court legal battle to secure an injunction (Picture: Ken McKay/ITV/REX/Shutterstock) Speaking on the podcast, Smith said: ‘There are two men at the moment who can’t be named. One for the most recent proceedings, and then one from several months back. ‘Both of them there are injunctions on reporting anything. Both of them multiple, multiple victims. Both of them in the public eye.’ She added: ‘I’ve spoken to one of the alleged victims in one of them, she’s prepared to speak publicly and be named, but we still can’t publish that. ‘He’s managed to get an injunction, very heavily slapped anyone who dares to say anything about it. So we know this man is out there potentially abusing other people and there’s nothing we can do to report it.’ The remarks come in the wake of Russell Brand being convicted for rape and sexual assault on Monday. The following day, claims against Walliams were revealed. Brand and Walliams were both leading UK comics (Picture: Dave M. Benett/Getty Images) An investigation by ITV News and The Guardian revealed allegations against TV star and author Walliams (Picture: ITV News) Walliams, 55, brought legal action against Independent Television News (ITN) and Guardian News and Media (GNM), publisher of The Guardian, ahead of the two organisations reporting allegations against him, including of sexual misconduct and potential criminal activity. Walliams unsuccessfully sought the injunction to prevent these publications because of the risk he would take his own life, after two previous suicide attempts. Ministers are now ‘looking at what they can do’ about injunctions in the wake of the investigation. Shadow justice secretary Nick Timothy asked what the Government was doing to prevent the abuse of process. Justice minister Alex Davis-Jones replied: ‘I want to reassure him that this Government is determined to do all we can to ensure that anyone who is a perpetrator of these kinds (of potential offences) is held to the full force of the law. ‘That includes looking at what we can do regarding injunctions. ‘He will know that applications for privacy injunctions are considered independently (by) the courts, and it would not be appropriate for the Government to comment. ‘However, we are concerned about the use of these, and the minister for courts is looking at what more we can do with Slapps (strategic lawsuits against public participation) injunctions. ‘He will know we have already taken action on NDAs for sexual abuse cases, and what more we can do to prevent abuse of process throughout the judicial system.’ When life is difficult, Samaritans are available day or night, 365 days a year. You can call them for free on 116 123 or visit samaritans.org. Deals of the Day The Orlando holiday deal Disney fans shouldn't miss We're adding this discounted NEOM gift set straight to basket Want an LED face mask for less? This Black Friday deal could save you hundreds This teeth whitening sale could save you up to 64% before Black Friday The best Black Friday sleep deals to upgrade your bedroom with Simba’s 33% off sale Arrow MORE: Britain’s Got Talent bosses ‘looked into David Walliams claims 6 years ago’ Arrow MORE: Lucy Beaumont reveals she was whistleblower after fearing David Walliams’ alleged victim would ‘take own life’ Arrow MORE: ‘Horrified’ Jonathan Ross reacts to David Walliams allegations and Russell Brand conviction Switched On Get plugged into the week’s must-watch shows, unmissable moments, and expert reviews with Metro TV Editor Sabrina Barr.