Doctor Who and
Adulthood star Noel Clarke has been accused by over 20 women of sexual harassment.
Multiple entertainment industry professionals alleged that Clarke made unwanted sexual advances, sent unwanted sexual content and used his power and influence to keep them silent over the years.
Following the publication of the allegations, the former Martin Fowler actor stated that he was aware of the situation but did not speak out, and regretted being too afraid to come forward. James AlexandrouTwitter Noel Clarke had too many of scared us for too long, he wrote on his Twitter account. I genuinely feel ashamed I didn t do more to stand up for friends of mine he hurt. Innocent until proven guilty, but this was long overdue.
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A group of 20 actresses, producers and other entertainment professionals have alleged to
The Guardian that Clarke engaged in a pattern of behaviour that included unwanted sexual touching and harassment, taking and sending unwanted sexual content and bullying on set.
Clarke has categorically denied the allegations.
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In a statement posted to Twitter, Walters wrote: My thoughts are with the women who have come forward and told their awful stories. I’m in shock and deeply saddened by what I have heard on a multitude of levels.