Last night, 1.1 million Australians tuned in to watch 7NEWS Spotlight: Craig McLachlan. 'I want it noted the following: The four complainants were brave and honest witnesses. He allegedly called her a gorgeous woman and said: "I love 22-year-olds.". The defence document alleges: "During one ofher scenes with McLachlan, Samson and McLachlan were required to stand close together facing each other and engage in dialogue.". Because they can be taken away and you'll die trying to get it back.". However, she ultimately rejected police allegations the former Neighbours star touched a womans genitalia over her costume on stage, that he stuck his tongue into one womans mouth and that he felt up a womans thigh. Just to clarify, that's objectively not the suggestion. The actor then delves into the very complex issue of his mental health, referring to a suicide attempt. ButSeven's special was a lesson in how not to approach a story that's profoundly sensitive. In the UK and Ireland, Samaritans can be contacted on 116 123, or email jo@samaritans.org or jo@samaritans.ie. But he has denied the allegations in the publications, and has accused Whelan Browne and two other women of approaching the media for notoriety or money. The document, released to the ABC this week by the NSW Supreme Court, details fresh allegations by three actresses, as well as allegations that he bullied and intimidated The Rocky Horror Show co-star Tim Maddren. Nationwide News Pty Ltd 2023. Perhaps there are insights to be gleaned from McLachlan's story. Complaints about McLachlans behaviour to the shows production company, The Gordon Frost Organisation, had been greeted with the threats of defamation and when the womens complaints were made directly to McLachlan, he used his position as the star of the show to threaten them that he would make sure they never worked again. The Herald and the ABC spent months investigating the claims and corroborating the facts. This was not scripted or directed.". 'I would sit there because really at that point, all you can think about is, 'Nessie is going to be better off. Subscribe for free to get the latest breaking news and analysis sent to your inbox. The scene was shot again and McLachlan again placed his hand on one of her buttocks while she filmed the close-up portion of the scene.". To that, the voiceover of a young woman clarifies: "And that was the end of Craig McLachlan's perfect life.". Even once the kiss has taken place, McLachlan continues the scene and why are we being shown all this.
For the first time since being acquitted of sexual harassment allegations in December, the 55-year-old will tell his side of the story that has dominated headlines for the past three years and saw him stood down from the Rocky Horror Show production and The Doctor Blake Mysteries. Mr McLachlan is suing the ABC, Fairfax (now part of Nine)and an actress for defamation over reports in 2018 that he indecently assaulted, harassed and bullied his fellow cast members during the 2014 tour of The Rocky Horror Show. Key points: The media's barrister depicted McLachlan as someone who took his frustrations out on his co-stars The fresh support from Mr Lawrence emerged a week after McLachlan has shared shocking footage of the moment he contemplated taking his own life. As the contested hearing at theMelbourneMagistrates' Court drew to an end, it was heard McLachlan's defence had submitted 160 pages denying the allegations. When was the last time I woke up in the morning and smiled?'. The court only learnt of this potentially vital haul of material after he was heard boasting about it in raw footage recorded during his tell-all interview with Channel 7s Spotlight program. 'I want it noted the following: The four complainants were brave and honest witnesses. But like most of this show, thepointis buried in the distraction of performance. recreating this with his partner Vanessa Scammell multiple times for a Channel Seven interview on the . Except for me and our close team. During the interview McLachlan, 55, spoke about the allegations of sexual harassment, which have plagued him since 2018. 'Suddenly, I'm this monstrous, rogue, individual, who goes and grabs people on the vagina. Ms Wouters played the role of Janet in the 2014 production of The Rocky Horror Show. I burst into tears and I rang Nessa and said "How am I going to survive this? "At one point during the car trip, McLachlan turned the air conditioning vents away from himself and so Steele turned the air conditioning down, assuming it was too cold for McLachlan," the statement says. The jury did not get to hear these exchanges, including this one from Jarratt to McLachlan. 'She ran out of a caf on the corner in Potts Point in Sydney. The allegations became public after one of his alleged victims went public following the worldwide scandal involving disgraced film producer Harvey Weinstein. He denied he was suggesting they were making up their claims, saying he had not named anyone and at the time believed they were not asked back to the show. I'll write a long letter make sure Nessie and my son, my family, are looked after. Kylie Stevens
In an explosive interview with 7NEWS Spotlight, which aired on Sunday, the actor, 55, was seen in self-filmed video clips, sitting on what he called the 'Will I? On the Sunday night, before the 7.30 Report ran on Monday January 8, 2018, McLachlan says he stood on stage at the Rocky Horror Show and heard the crowd's cheers. Marta Jary For Daily Mail Australia. And you might get some sense of why I was admitted to a mental health facility. REVIEW: He hid in a shipping crate for months with just. McLachlan and Vanessa Scammel, his partner of 10 years, finally tell their story. he continued. They move on to the specific allegation involving McLachlan kissing an actress on stage, unscripted. In the US, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is at 800-273-8255 or chat for support. McLachlan: Did you see my nipples getting hard? Under the heading'Sexual harassment of Wouters', the document alleges that during the Melbourne leg of the tour, Mr McLachlan entered her dressing room and sat on the edge of a couch while Wouters sat at a dressing table. As far as capitulations go, they don't come much bigger than actor Craig McLachlan abandoning his high-profile defamation case and agreeing to pay the $2 million-plus costs of The Sydney Morning . McLachlan has applied for the police to pay his costs. Post continues below. Last night Channel 7 was accused of bias for having the audacity to air a controversial interview with fallen star Craig McLachlan. I was fearing the worst, said the multifaceted performer Daniel Thompson, who on Thursday became the second witness to testify to worrying that the actor could take his life. The thing that Im alleged to have done to my friend, a visibly emotional McLachlan says. 'And I think, after three and a half years, after not being able to speak, the ability to actually let it out' she trailed off, before nodding when asked if it was 'too much'. Anyone who understands Narcissistic Personality Disorder will see right through this performance. I can't win. McLachlan immediately filed defamation action against The Age, The Sydney Morning Herald, the ABC and an actress over the news reports last year. You're referring to that girl?' We are no longer accepting comments on this article. She felt that McLachlan would have known that she felt very uncomfortable and seemed to be enjoying that fact. Hewas found not guilty of all charges in a 105 page decision by magistrate Belinda Wallington, which had related to his time starring in the Rocky Horror Picture Show and left him on the brink of suicide. 15:28 BST 23 May 2021 At many points, but particularly here, it seems like Sevenare trying to show us how talented he is, which isn't the point, really. Actor Craig McLachlan breaks down alongside girlfriend Vanessa Scammel and claims their lives have been 'ruined' in tell-all interview teaser - after being found not guilty of sexually assaulting his co-stars, 'I was public enemy number one': Craig McLachlan breaks down after being acquitted of sexual harassment as his girlfriend says he was 'abandoned by everybody' in new trailer for tell-all interview, Craig McLachlan tried to kill himself after being accused of sexual harassment and admits he felt like his family would be 'better off without me', 'I didn't have to ask, I knew it wasn't true': Craig McLachlan's partner breaks her silence on the 'trauma and devastation' they faced before he was acquitted of sexual harassment, Attempting to explain the outburst,Scammell told the interviewers: ', 'We're not your enemies!' Finally, after years of suffering and trauma, the women have been vindicated. Craig McLachlan is gearing up for his first tell-all interview since being acquitted of indecent assault and assault charges in December. She was wearing a 1950s-style skirt. By
Craig McLachlan sexually harassed three more actresses, bullied actor, court documents allege, Follow our live blog for the latest from the Met Gala, Keep up with the latest ASX and business news, Health Minister Mark Butler addresses Medicare reform and vaping crackdown. The woman, I kid you not, [she was] shielding her children from me as I walked past. Nothing says 'false allegations' like lightning. The stage crew member, claiming to be centimetres away watching McLachlan and his accuser when the alleged act occurred, supported McLachlan's claims - saying it wouldn't have been physically possible. That should get me on the ABC., In relation to the texts, McLachlans barrister said the defamation case was not about misogyny. Sign up here. Ill be going back to my streaming services for entertainment. The allegations became public after one of his alleged victims went public following the worldwide scandal involving disgraced film producer Harvey Weinstein. You're referring to that individual? Were sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. McLachlan was cleared of seven counts of indecent assault and six counts of common law assault in December . The 55-year-old actor had recounted the aftermath of sexual. Mr Maddren alleges he was asked to attend Mr McLachlan's dressing room and the star told him: "If anyone had acted like you had on Doctor Blake, they would have been gone. 'This girl actively maintained and pursued a friendship. 'Before the haters say you were acquitted because you are guilty, the f**k I am. 'I was not persuaded that there was evidence of motive, or that the complaints were made for reason of career ambition or any other such reason.'. What? The document, released to the ABC this week by the NSW Supreme Court, also alleges that Mr McLachlan bullied and intimidated actor Tim Maddren, who played the role of Brad in The Rocky Horror Show. Outrage over bizarre Channel 7 interview with Craig McLachlan. In December, McLachlan was found not guilty of seven indecent assault charges and six common assault charges relating to his alleged conduct towards four women during the 2014 tour of The Rocky Horror Show. I contemplated the unthinkable.'. In either event, they are to the best of my knowledge utterly and entirely false.". He says he remembers thinking he'd never hear people cheering for him again. This is exactly how r*pe culture stays alive because its broadcast. Mr Lawrence was then asked if he was ever approached by the authorities or police to recall his version of events. Except for me and our close team. I could tell this had shattered him., Sign up to receive an email with the top stories from Guardian Australia every morning. 'I didn't touch her vagina, that's the important thing,' McLachlan told the program. In my circle you have never heard a bad word about Craig, she said. '"We could compare Craig to Harvey Weinstein." Could granny flats be the answer to Australia's housing crisis. ", 'Are you kidding me? Fellow chef and TV host Colin Fassnidge has shared his reaction to the shocking sudden death of Jock Zonfrillo. What? Even though I've never forced people sexual favours, I've never locked anyone in a hotel room and told them to give me a handy? As even a 100 percent acquitted, innocent man, I feel I I continue to be f**ked over, day, after day, after day, by our friend. He and Scammell claimed that female accusers were jealous of his success and that he was portrayed as some dirty paedophile, recalling the heartbreaking moment when a mother ushered her children away from him in the supermarket. McLachlan then said words to the effect of 'you are really beautiful' in a whispered tone and leaning into Hayes' ear so that only she could hear him. Bride and Prejudice star Dannii Erskine has died in a devastating accident, her heartbroken family have revealed. Thompson was giving evidence at the New South Wales supreme court defamation lawsuit brought by McLachlan against the ABC, Fairfax and the actor Christie Whelan Browne over 2018 articles accusing McLachlan of touching, kissing and groping actors without permission in The Rocky Horror Show, Neighbours, City Homicide and The Doctor Blake Mysteries. This doesn't seem relevant. McLachlan says he's very in love with his partner, to which the disembodied voice of his interviewer replies: "the suggestion is that you weren't in love enough in 2014. McLachlan stormed away, screaming from off camera: 'F**k people. Actor Craig McLachlan is set to return to performing, more than 3 years after allegations surrounding The Rocky Horror Show in 2014 made headlines.. McLachlan will star as Hank Williams in a one man play, Nobody Lonesome For Me, to be directed by Terry Serio in Adelaide later this year. 'This girl actively maintained and pursued a friendship. McLachlan is allegedly seeking damages, aggravated damages, special damages, interest and costs in his defamation case against the ABC. As far as capitulations go, they dont come much bigger than actor Craig McLachlan abandoning his high-profile defamation case and agreeing to pay the $2 million-plus costs of The Sydney Morning Herald and the ABC. I was public enemy number one. In December, a Melbourne magistrate found Mr McLachlan not guilty of seven indecent assault charges and six common assault charges relating to his alleged conduct towards four women while playing the starring role of Frank-n-Furter in The Rocky Horror Show. 'When the story first broke and I went shopping for my dear mum, a woman spotted me in the shop and called her two kids over [to her]. Image: Seven. Then her family intervened, 4.1m crocodile one of two killed in search for missing publican, Looking back on 100 years of Vegemite and the remarkable tale of its creator, Tasmanian mental health beds to go as St Helen's Private Hospital in Hobart set to close. Can we turn it up any higher? Describing McLachlan as a very sensitive person, Thompson, whose stage name is Danny Tesla, said he had been worried the reports would destroy his friend. Or, at least, they didn't dedicate enough airtime to his answers. "I never behaved in a fashion that was disproportionate to what was going on around me.". Just because the court designed by men doesn't always reach this finding, the court of women knows the truth and acts accordingly. I also can't imagine what it must have felt like for McLachlan's accusers to watch Seven's interview. Mr McLachlan first appeared on Australian television screens 34 years ago in 1987 as Henry Ramsay on Neighbours. It was a very inoffensive gag. McLachlan has applied for the police to pay his costs. Really? The explosive interview with Craig McLachlan, acquitted of serious criminal charges that cost him his career. Craig McLachlan performs as Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Show in Melbourne in 2014. . The log was fashioned into a low, rustic bench located alongside a waterway with a notoriously strong current. What is strange is that in contrast to the sombre tone of McLachlan's disclosures about his mental health, we're suddenly told he and Vanessa decided to 'fight', and shown a montage of them at the gym and also McLachlan physically punching a bag. Or turn it off and don't watch.#CraigMcLachlan https://t.co/pKWvfl5Ang pic.twitter.com/Edfdlf5AFp. Ms Norfolk also alleges Mr McLachlan asked her to attend his dressing room during an interval to fix his microphone. Tamzen Hayes played the role of Virginia McKay in season 2 of Dr Blake in 2014 and was on set for three days of filming. In early 2018 we finally published a series of articles that revealed McLachlans arrogant belief that he could abuse women and get away with it without scrutiny or accountability.
Victoria Police later charged him with seven counts of indecent assault and six counts of common law assault against four women on the set of the Rocky Horror Show in 2014. In the court document, she alleges Mr McLachlan placed his hand on her buttock during a close-up scene and says she was so surprised that she forgot her lines. And thunder. Magistrate Ms Wallington said it was McLachlan's 'egotistical self entitled sense of humour' that led him to believe at least one of his alleged victim's would either not mind or find his behaviour funny. The explosive interview with Craig McLachlan, acquitted . In the era of #MeToo what the hell are @Channel7 doing giving air time to #CraigMcLachlan? Before the interview had even begun, furious viewers took to social media to slam both the actor and the TV station and continued throughout the screening, with many saying they had to change the channel. Heres what you need to know, Paul Bongiorno: King Charles coronation is a last hurrah for Australian monarchy, Rana Plaza tragedy in 2013 a wake-up call for consumers, The night I cooked schnitty for Barry Humphries, Fixing shortage of aged-care workers through migration has risks, have accused him of sexually harassing them, I dont believe it: Aussie Jack Miller wins chaotic French MotoGP after speeding ticket. This was not scripted or directed.. Craig McLachlan Episode 12 Shrub O'Clock: Hedging your head 260 views Craig McLachlan Episode 11 Shrub O'Clock: Tour de Shrub 174 views Craig McLachlan Episode 10 Shrub O'Clock: Beefy 2K. Mr McLachlan, who was in the middle of shooting a scene, ran outside to follow her. Mr McLachlan has always maintained his innocence. After a week of dramatic promos, Seven has now confirmed its exclusive interview with actor Craig McLaclan will air this Sunday. Subscribe: http://ab.co/1svxLVE Read more here: https://ab.co/3huku3eAn explosive court document obtained by the ABC reveals a string of fresh allegations against Mr McLachlan, including that he groped and kissed actresses and bullied a male actor. "The fire that burnt so brightly was the fire of shenanigans and consensual carry on, on that show. Why would a group of female performers and journalists target him in a "campaign" to ruin his life? In December, McLachlan was found not guilty of seven indecent assault. Vanessa encourages him to take a break, and as he walks out of the room, he shouts thathe can't remember the last time he was able to wake up in the morning with a smile. Craig McLachlan has sat down with Channel 7 for a tell-all interview after being acquitted of sexual harassment allegations. He is seeking damages, aggravated damages, special damages, interest and costs. '[The girl who] texted us continually? Lewd footage of Craig McLachlan airs in court, McLachlans courtroom singing unnecessary, Magistrate Belinda Wallington found the women who accused McLachlan. "Even as a 100 per cent innocent, acquitted man, I feel I continue to be f*cked over day after day - by our friend," he says through tears. The document alleges in 2008, Mr McLachlan harassed 22-year-old Josie Steele who was working as a runner on the TV show City Homicide. Attempting to explain the outburst,Scammell told the interviewers: 'He's been abandoned by everybody. Performer Daniel Thompson tells defamation trial the media reports shattered McLachlan and he worried the actor would take his own life. The ABC's defence document details further claims of a third actress, Teagan Wouters, who alleges that when she played Janet in The Rocky Horror Show, Mr McLachlan, who played the starring role of Frank-n-Furter, kissed down the front of her stomach during a bedroom scene and asked her for kisses in her dressing room. McLachlan had maintained his alleged sexual offending while working on the production was no more inappropriate than a cricketer giving a teammate a pat on the bum. At that time, he had been sacked from both the musical and his TV series,The Doctor Blake Mysteries. He was very pleasant, welcoming, friendly, fun and hard working. Monique (@MoniqueHennessy) May 16, 2021. We're shown behind-the-scenes footage of the ABC interviews - that aired on the 7.30 Report in 2018 - stopping and starting. McLachlan was sacked from both the musical and his TV series,The Doctor Blake Mysteries, at the time of the allegations. Get exclusive deals, discounts, news and more made just for you. 'There's an en suite and dunny down the end. Ive worked with her before and I know her to be a credible and trustworthy young woman. and
Also in the defence document, Tim Maddren, a former star of the children's musical group Hi-5, alleges Mr McLachlan bullied and threatened him after he refused to play along with an on-stage joke involving Mr McLachlan simulating masturbation and oral sex on Mr Maddren's finger. 2 min read. On the eve of that program, which aired in May 2021, McLachlan was busy exchanging text messages with fellow actor John Jarratt. But once McLachlan argues thatthose remarks were just a result of the 'Vinestein' context (he really does say Vinestein instead of Weinstein, as in Harvey Weinstein, at one point), we move on to the issue that upsets him the most: the friend who betrayed him. The document, released to the ABC this week by the NSW Supreme Court, details fresh claims by actresses Tamzen Hayes and Anna Samson, who played opposite Mr McLachlan in The Doctor Blake Mysteries, and Teagan Wouters, who played Janet in The Rocky Horror Show. Craig McLachlan Interview on Dentons "Enough Rope" - 1 of 3 Joe Bananas 210 subscribers Subscribe 43K views 16 years ago Craig Mclachlan from Andrew Dentons tv show "Enough Rope". Completely putting aside the validity of his response to these allegations, it is objectively bizarre to turn them into a performance. "Samson was so surprised by the incident that she forgot her lines. The actor, 55, was seen in self-filmed video clips, sitting on what he called the 'Will I? This can happen to anyone. says #CraigMcLachlan. One of the women interviewed on the 7.30 Report. The defamation trial had been postponed until the criminal proceedings in Melbourne finished and is now expected to proceed. Mark Lawrence was one of two crew members there for every performance during the production. In the last week, more allegations against McLachlan have surfaced. The problem is this feels like a musical-drama written by Craig McLachlan. According to the ABC, just 24 hours prior to the release of the Channel 7 interview, McLachlan was hit with fresh allegations of sexual harassment and bullying on the set of The Doctor Blake Mysteries TV series, as well as during The Rocky Horror Show. Look what they're done. Mr McLachlan is suing the ABC, Fairfax (now part of Nine) and an actress for defamation over reports in 2018 that he indecently assaulted, harassed and bullied his fellow cast members during the 2014 tour of The Rocky Horror Show. To prepare for his criminal trial, McLachlan filmed videos at home re-enacting how the scene was played, showing the proportions of the bed set 'to the centimetre', including the height of bed doona. 'I could name the supermarket. Were working to restore it. Watch McLachlan v ABC We address allegations an ABC producer 'coached' Craig McLachlan's female accusers during a TV interview. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we live, learn, and work. Whats the actresss name, Ill get onto it ASAP. Oh, I really miss you, Craig. 'That broke my heart. Image: Seven. On Monday morning, radio host Ben Fordham publicly supported one of the alleged victims. Victoria Police later charged him with seven counts of indecent assault and six counts of common law assault against four women on the set of the. The power dynamic was very mismatched.". McLachlan then said words to the effect of you are really beautiful in a whispered tone and leaning into Hayes ear so that only she could hear him. Viewers took to Twitter to vent a range of emotions over the interview, with many outraged that Channel 7 was trying to paint McLachlan as the victim. Craig McLachlan was a soap star with a hit single in the UK when he appeared on the children's TV show TV host Jeanne Downs says she decided to go public after Mr McLachlan's recent interview on Channel 7 Mr McLachlan denies any wrongdoing, saying Ms Downs's claim is false McLachlan says he has not worked in three years, but revealed he will next appear in a one-man show about the life of country singer Hank Williams in South Australia. Across fashion, footwear, homewares and health; cruises, tours and package holidays; news, views and media.
Tonights whinging bitch will be quickly forgotten once your powerful doco hits. He had endured months of scrutiny which saw him and his partner Vanessa forced to make their way through media packs outside of a Melbourne court. By
She described the four complainants as brave and honest witnesses who had not colluded and were not motivated by career ambition. We have maintained a dignified and respectful silence for the past almost three years and put our trust in the law, McLachlan said. Mr McLachlan, 55, had consistently denied seven charges. In December, McLachlan was found not guilty of indecently assaulting actors during the running of a hit musical. It's unclear whether it's evidence of the ABC 'coaching' victims, or simply a producer helping a woman paraphrase what she's been trying to say. So there's a double meaning. In 2014, Ms Samson filmed with Mr McLachlan for season 3 of Dr Blake Mysteries. Thankfully, as it turns out, it didn't play out,' he said. While Magistrate Wallington said she accepted some of the complainants' evidence, she said it did not meet the high criminal standards required to prove the charges. 'I could name the supermarket. Copyright 2023 The New Daily. In the Channel 7 interview, Mr McLachlan cried over what he called the absolute demolition of his life. McLachlan took aim at the #MeToo campaign, saying the climate it had created forced people to support women. In delivering the judgment in December 2020, Victorian Magistrate Belinda Wallington made a number of unusual statements. That man will never again hold the regard of women. Oh, I really miss you, Craig. Not so fast: Tony Abbott calls for the Voice referendum to be cancelled, Australians have been scared off loans and thats exactly what the RBA wants, Welfare payment boost expected for people aged over 55, Why was Bruce Lehrmann given the all-clear to sue? On national television. Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Outside his lawyers office after his acquittal, McLachlan said he put his trust in the law. I made some miscalculations in weight and how I attempted to deal with things. Craig McLachlan, second from left, has acted in Australian shows including Neighbours. Craig McLachlan has shared shocking footage of the moment he contemplated taking his own life. "What a f*cking disgrace. And this is when things become truly bizarre. Given the sensitivity of the subjectmatter. Reporters in Australia are being accused of engaging in egregious journalistic malpractice after newly obtained footage allegedly shows them coaching answers from women making sexual assault allegations against Australian actor Craig McLachlan.Raw camera tapes from the interviews, conducted by the Australian Broadcasting Company and Fairfax Media,