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Gary Glitter appears in court over historical sex offence charges

BBC Entertainment Wednesday 05 August 2026, 14:17 UTC 1 min read

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The former singer, whose real name is Paul Gadd, appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court via video.

Gary Glitter (PERSON) Paul Gadd (PERSON) Westminster Magistrates' Court (ORG)

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