David Copperfield Denies Allegations of Sexual Misconduct
Representatives for David Copperfield have denied allegations of sexual misconduct after 16 women accused him in a recent investigation.
Accusations of Misconduct
The 67-year-old magician has been accused of varying degrees of misconduct, with some women claiming the incidents occurred when they were under 18 years old.
In an investigation by The Guardian, three accusers claim they were drugged by Copperfield before engaging in sexual activities with him.
More than half of the women involved in the accusations state they were under 18 at the time, with some as young as 15, although Copperfield may not have been aware of their ages.
The allegations date back to the 1980s, with the most recent incident reported in 2014.
Denial and Legal Response
Copperfield’s legal team has refuted these allegations, stating that drugs are not a part of his lifestyle.
His lawyers have also dismissed claims of groping and inappropriate behavior on stage during live performances as false and implausible.
Response to Allegations
A representative for Copperfield emphasized that the recent allegations do not align with his character and highlighted his track record of supporting women against abuse.
Copperfield himself has denied any suggestion of grooming or impropriety, stating that the accusations are baseless.
Previous Statements on #MeToo Movement
In 2018, Copperfield spoke in support of the #MeToo movement, acknowledging its importance while sharing his own experience of being falsely accused of sexual assault.
He urged for careful consideration and emphasized the need to avoid rushing to judgment in such cases.
David Copperfield’s Career
David Copperfield is renowned as one of the most successful magicians in history, known for his iconic illusions such as the vanishing and reappearance of the Statue of Liberty, escaping from Alcatraz, and walking through the Great Wall of China.