Woman Who Broke Neil Gaiman Sex Scandal Never Wanted Him Cancelled

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Neil Gaiman, a renowned fantasy writer behind works such as “The Sandman” and “Good Omens,” is currently grappling with severe accusations of sexual misconduct from several women. A recent article in Vulture outlines claims from no fewer than eight individuals, one of whom is Scarlett Pavlovich, a previous nanny to the Gaiman family. Pavlovich asserts that Gaiman committed sexual assault on multiple occasions, including an incident involving an outdoor bathtub at his New Zealand estate. She submitted a police report last year regarding these allegations.

The Vulture story was a continuation of Rachel Johnson’s podcast series called “Master,” which was part of the Tortoise media podcast last summer. However, following Neil Gaiman’s recent cancellations, Johnson has expressed some remorse about the story and its effects on an individual she recognizes as a prolific seller in publishing, film, and TV, having sold 50 million books and essentially creating numerous jobs within his one-man industry.

Initially, hearing Scarlett’s story did not lead me to intend the outright rejection of Neil Gaiman. However, as I listened to the voices of four additional women in Master, my perspective may have evolved.

My point was the compelling public interest in reporting her allegations, and others like hers.

All Scarlett said she wanted was “accountability,” or some recognition that she had been abused.

We aimed to investigate the most questionable aspects when it comes to accusations of sexual misconduct, even if those involved were initially in a consensual relationship, regarding Master.

Regarding the accusations against him, Gaiman has stated he is innocent, and his representatives have labelled the claims as “untrue and distasteful.” These allegations have brought about professional repercussions, including Dark Horse Comics ceasing to publish Gaiman’s works, and Netflix confirming they are discontinuing ‘The Sandman,’ a series that has received critical acclaim.

Gaiman’s ex-wife, Amanda Palmer, has stated she is “profoundly disturbed” by the allegations.

In her writing for the London Standard, Rachel Johnson expresses her hope that conversations regarding power relationships and consent remain an ongoing topic within the literary community as events unfold.

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2025-02-03 15:45