Lucy Beaumont fears she may lose television work after speaking out about allegations involving David Walliams. The comedian recently revealed that she helped journalists investigate claims against the former Britain’s Got Talent judge. She also explained why she worries about the consequences of challenging influential people in television.
Why Lucy Beaumont fears speaking out could end her television career
Beaumont isn’t sure if she will ever land another television job after speaking out about her concerns involving Walliams. The comedian shared her story with Sky News explaining how she played a part in helping journalists look into the allegations, against the Little Britain star.
According to The Independent, Beaumont fears that speaking openly could hurt her career. “And honestly, I don’t think I’ll work in telly again. I honestly don’t,” she said.
Her worries started when a man who worked on television came up to her and shared details, about Walliams. Beaumont said the man said his job was to bring women to the comedians dressing room. He reportedly said they were 16 or older.
The conversation left Beaumont uneasy. She tried reaching some of the women to check whether they were safe. “But I was really worried, and I was one of the whistleblowers,” she explained.
Beaumont stressed that she never worked with Walliams or witnessed the alleged misconduct herself. She also worries that speaking against famous entertainers can cost people their jobs. She said the industry often treats those who raise concerns as troublemakers.
The comments follow a joint investigation by The Guardian and ITV News. Several women have accused Walliams of sexual misconduct. Two allege that he groomed them when they were 15.
Walliams has rejected the allegations. In his statement, he said, “I am not a sexual predator… I have not broken the law… I am devastated that some of the women I met ten to twenty years ago have now expressed hurt or anger towards me.”
Beaumont has not reported losing television work because of speaking out. However, she fears that her decision to come forward could affect future opportunities.
