David Walliams was the mysterious celebrity who threatened suicide to prevent the details of his sexual abuses from becoming public.

David Walliams, a British actor and comedian, has been accused of sexual misconduct involving young fans and female colleagues. Following the revelation of an investigation by ITV News and The Guardian, Walliams threatened suicide to prevent the publication of the findings. He later denied the allegations, acknowledging past reckless behavior but asserting he never abused his power. One woman claimed she was 15 when Walliams first contacted her, and they had a sexual relationship by age 17. Walliams sought a court order to block the investigation's release, citing personal risk, but the court denied his request, stating it was not their role to protect his well-being.