Disgraced singer Gary Glitter, born Paul Gadd, has been charged with historical sexual offenses, including one count of unlawful sexual intercourse with a girl under the age of 13. The charges were reported on Thursday by BBC News, detailing incidents that allegedly occurred between 1978 and 1981 in Kensington, London.
In addition to the unlawful sexual intercourse charge, Glitter faces three counts of indecent assault concerning a girl under the age of 14. The former musician, now 82, is scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on August 5. The allegations were initially reported to the Metropolitan Police in January 2022, leading to a formal investigation.
Background of Gary Glitter's Criminal Record
Glitter rose to fame in the 1970s under the stage name Gary Glitter, achieving significant commercial success with hits such as “Do You Wanna Touch Me” and “Rock and Roll”. His career saw him sell over 20 million records and spend a remarkable 180 weeks in the U.K. Singles Chart. However, his fall from grace began in 1997 when he was convicted of downloading thousands of child pornography images and videos.
Since then, Glitter has faced multiple legal issues related to child sexual abuse. He was deported from Cambodia in 2002 due to allegations of child sex abuse and later convicted in Vietnam in 2006 for obscene acts with minors. After returning to the U.K., he was arrested in 2012 as part of Operation Yewtree, a major investigation into sexual abuse by media figures.
Recent Developments and Legal Proceedings
In 2015, Glitter was found guilty of serious charges including one count of attempted rape and one count of unlawful sexual intercourse with a girl under 13, resulting in a 16-year prison sentence. He was released on license in February 2023, but was recalled to prison in March 2023 for breaching the conditions of his release. His parole bid was denied in 2025.
The recent charges mark another chapter in Glitter's controversial history, highlighting the ongoing scrutiny of sexual offenses and the justice system's handling of such cases. The public awaits further developments as he prepares for his court appearance.
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