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flag HarperCollins dropped David Walliams over misconduct allegations he denies, ending their publishing partnership.

flag Children's author and comedian David Walliams has been dropped by publisher HarperCollins following an internal investigation into allegations of inappropriate behavior toward young women. flag The company confirmed it will no longer publish his new books, citing concerns over workplace conduct, though it did not disclose specific details. flag Walliams has strongly denied the claims, stating he was not informed of the investigation or given a chance to respond. flag He is seeking legal advice. flag The decision marks a major shift in his career, which includes bestselling books, television roles, and an OBE in 2017. flag Previous controversies include leaked offensive remarks from 2020 and reports of Nazi salutes during a BBC recording. flag HarperCollins emphasized its commitment to employee wellbeing and confidential reporting processes.

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