"I am pleased this claim has been withdrawn and I look forward to moving on with my life. Danielle Cormack, 60 min Jeremy Lindsay Taylor, 22 min When a reporter's body is discovered on the 18th hole at the local golf course, Blake is called in to investigate. Neighbours was cancelled after 37 years after Channel 5 dropped the show from its line-up to "focus is on increasing our investment in original UK drama". Were the current law applicable, it is possible that the result may be different.. In the documentary, which aired Sunday night, Mr McLachlan spoke about the private distress that was caused by the public humiliation of these allegations. Continue reading. | | "Suddenly, I'm this monstrous, rogue, individual, who goes and grabs people on the vagina. Rob Collins, Joel Tobeck, Craig McLachlan has dropped his defamation case just as witnesses were due to testify about sexual assault and harassment claims made against him. | Neighbours will air its final ever episode on Friday, July 29 at 9pm on Channel 5. Footage of Jock Zonfrillo on the unreleased season of MasterChef emerged, despite Channel 10 vowing to postpone the series in the wake of his death. McLachlan will portray Hank Williams, renowned as the king of country music, in New York playwright Lanie Robertsons production. In 2018, Mr McLachlan sued the ABC, The Sydney Morning Herald and a former colleague for defamation after the media outlets published an investigation into the actor's behaviour towards colleagues during the 2014 tour of The Rocky Horror Show. Craig McLachlan was one of the show's biggest breakout stars in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Mr Hodge told the jurythree colleagues from The Rocky Horror Show, would testifyabout alleged indecent touching and kissing during a bedroom scene. ABC to rely on public interest defence against former soldier Heston Russell, Natascha Lechner died minutes after using frog poison in 'Kambo' vomiting ritual, inquest told, Confused by the 'sustainability' label on your favourite can of tuna? Director: His longtime girlfriend, pianist and conductorVanessa Scammell, was also interviewed for theSpotlight: Horror Show special. Burning life goal dashed! However, Craig has now said he was not invited to appear or have any mention of his character in the programme's final episode, due to "cancel culture". Director: In a statement, ABC News Director Justin Stevens said it was a "tremendous result for the women who were brave enough to come forward and tell their stories, particularly Christie Whelan Browne". McLachlan said he's dropped the lawsuit to ease the pressure on him . Craig McLachlan net worth update of 2019 is estimated to be around $8 million. Ms Downs said she contacted two newspapers, The Daily Mail in Australia and Sunday Mirror in the UK to tell her story. Yael Stone, | April 15, 2018 10:48. by Josie Tutty. [27] McLachlan filed a law suit against the ABC and Nine newspapers over media reports of the 2014 Rocky Horror Show tour allegations for which he was tried and acquitted. Hayley Magnus. "Really at that point, all you can think about is Nessie is going to be better off without me. His short life was wracked by pain, struggles with alcohol and prescription drug abuse. The former Neighbours star will pay the defendants' court costs after abandoning the hearing on its 10th day. Not only did we continue to work together, we continued to work together You know, we had a great time together in 2016. Natalie Bassingthwaighte, "Craig was not invited to take part in the closing episode or indeed to contribute in any way to the end of Neighbours.". Despite getting Jack to agree to do at least one more show, will he ever turn up? Charlie Cousins. MasterChef Australia judge Melissa Leong has posted on social media following yesterdays shock death of fellow judge Jock Zonfrillo. Craig McLachlan, Joel Tobeck, The actor was stood down from the Rocky Horror Show and The Doctor Blake Mysteries as a result of being charged. The programme showed ABC journalists (off camera) appearing to coach the accusers by offering specific words and phases for them to say in their interview, such as "predatory" and "power imbalance". Image: Getty. The Met Gala's heavenly bodies! Daina Reid "Over the years, I have mentioned it to a few people but at the time I thought best keep my mouth shut. Crime, Drama, Mystery. Craig was cleared of seven charges of assault and indecent assault on four women when he was in an Australian production of The Rocky Horror Show in 2014. The ABC has spoken to these three people and verified that Ms Downs disclosed the alleged incident to them. Nadine Garner, The ABC, Nine and Whelan Browne defended the stories as true and wereset to call their first witnesses. Stars: Craig McLachlan, Crime, Drama, Mystery. Male actor Tim Maddren has also brought forward an allegation of bullying on set of The Rocky Horror Show,which is also included in the defence documents, according to the ABC. A kidnapping involving the winners of the first ever state lottery leads Blake into a shady world of greed and envy. ", As he stormed away, Mr McLachlan yelled off camera: "F*** people. Stars: Stephen Carracher, . Director: In a recent, paid television interview aired on Channel 7, Mr McLachlan accused his female co-stars of fabricating their claims because they were jealous of his success. In 1993 McLachlan starred as Danny Zuko in the West End revival of the musical Grease alongside Deborah Gibson and Sonia Evans. I'm sure watching us go forward without him is incredibly painful, but in making the decision to go ahead it was for the greater good of all the other people involved.". Rodger Corser, Actor Craig McLachlan drops defamation lawsuit in 'extraordinary turn of events'. Marina Olsen, Ms Whelan Browne's lawyer, read a statement on behalf of her client outside court saying she had suffered abuse and threats since coming forward in 2018. 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[23], In May 2021, Seven News' Spotlight programme claimed that the ABC had "manipulated" McLachlan's accusers when it interviewed the women in 2018. Mr Hodge repeatedly accused McLachlan of lying in his evidence about behaviour on set, which the actor denied. | "Mr McLachlan has decided not to proceed any further with either of these cases," she said. Ian Barry 'Who cares? The original, period murder mystery series, stars one of Australia's favorite, most versatile actors - Craig McLachlan - as the maverick town doctor Lucien Blake, an impulsive risk-taker who's not . Craig McLachlan is gearing up for his first tell-all interview since being acquitted of indecent assault and assault charges in December. In her judgment, magistrate Belinda Wallington found that I cannot dismiss the reasonable possibility that in [McLachlans] egocentric state of mind, encouraged by some amount of adulation amongst some sections of the cast and management, in combination with the lack of any checks and balances on his lewd behaviour, that he was not aware of [his complainants] lack of consent., Wallington also noted that The law requires me to apply the law as it stood at the time of the alleged offending. "We are aware of that. Director: All times AEST (GMT +10). He played the role of Steve, the handsome gay gardener, in the award-winning production At Home with Julia and appeared in the ABC comedy Lowdown. Magistrate Wallington added thatwhile consent laws had since changed, she was required to apply the law as it stood at the time of the alleged offences. Mr McLachlan is suing the ABC, Nine newspapers and one of his Rocky Horror Show co-stars for defamation. Lily returns to work in the midst of a dramatic, breaking news story. 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. Doggy day-care! From Boston to Ballarat, London to Long Jetty and all points in between, your love n support and constant encouragement has meant everything to me. Crime, Drama, Mystery. Tim Phillipps, He plays the titular role of Dr Lucien Blake, a medical practitioner with a knack for solving murders and annoying the police. Lily James steals the spotlight in a dramatic leather gown as she flies Met Gala 2023: Kate Moss, 49, slips into a pink lingerie inspired gown as she coordinates with lookalike Met Gala 2023: Brooklyn Beckham looks lovingly at wife Nicola Peltz as she wears a flowing white gown with Baring it all! Sign-up to the latest news from Now To Love, delivered straight to your inbox. [1] Victoria Police announced they were investigating complaints from two of the women. The handsome chef, Jack, is embarking on a romance with her flatmate, while her best friend, Pete, is having a baby with his boss. Music. Craig McLachlan drops defamation case against ABC, Nine and Christie Whelan Browne. "They would not be silenced. Deborra-Lee Furness, Evidently the body was there all day, as no one had occasion to enter the freezer. Craig McLachlan, Director: Craig McLachlan went off, back to his celebrity status, adoring public and further rounds of TV appearances," she said. He is best known for appearing in the soap operas Neighbours[2] and Home and Away and the BBC One spy drama Bugs. Bouncer, 48 min Three actresses told the ABC he indecently touched and sexuallyharassedthem on and off stage. He's groped you, he's touched your bottom.'". Nadine Garner, "And I think,after three and a half years, after not being able to speak, the ability to actually let it out" she said, before nodding when asked if it was "too much". His fictional sister was played by Kylie Minogue, who returned for the finale, and even his fictional mother, whose character was killed off in 2001, is making a cameo as a ghost. Hamish Blake, This service may include material from Agence France-Presse (AFP), APTN, Reuters, AAP, CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced. Absent Without Leave. 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Australian. The 55-year-old revealed he attempted to take his own life following the sexual assault allegations in 2018. You can just imagine that first night which is July 29, when Craigs backstage waiting to go onstage, the tension and nerves and excitement, the combination of all three for him to make that step back onto the stage in front of the public again, he told 6PR Breakfast radio. [7] However, McLachlan agreed to take part in the documentary special Neighbours 30th: The Stars Reunite, which aired in Australia and the UK in March 2015. The allegations became public after one of his alleged victims went public following the worldwide scandal involving disgraced film producer Harvey Weinstein. "I sat bolt upright in bed and I said, 'I bet you that's Craig McLachlan. The defamation case was put on hold when Victoria Police charged Mr McLachlan with indecent and common assault charges relating to his alleged conduct towards four female co-stars on the Rocky Horror Show. Nationwide News Pty Ltd 2023. ", In a statement, McLachlan said: "I cannot continue to place my family under that strain, and my own mental health will not withstand the continuing pressure. At the ARIA Music Awards of 1991, "Mona", won Highest Selling Single for Craig McLachlan & Check 12. Craig McLachlan. McLachlan immediately filed defamation action against The Age, The Sydney Morning Herald, the ABC and an actress over the news reports last year. Stars: Rob Collins, "It remains unfathomable that your life can unravel in an instant with unsubstantiated allegations and headlines," she added. Alister Grierson Going out on a high: Alan Joyce is ejecting after 15 years at the controls, but what awaits his successor? Neighbours was cancelled after 37 years after Channel 5 dropped the show from its line-up to "focus is on increasing our investment in original UK drama". Eric makes an enlightened decision which compromises his job on The Breakfast Bar. 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Wayne Hope, "Craig is in a world of trying to put his life together. The fresh allegations were published on Saturday, a day before Channel Seven was due to air their 90-minute documentary 'Spotlight: Horror Show '. Stars: He's a really big star. '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. Mr McLachlan first appeared on Australian television screens 34 years ago in 1987 as Henry Ramsay on Neighbours. Lily arrives at work to an unexpected and exciting proposition. Be strong, do what youve gotta do. He's an entertainer who never switches off and I think he was an easy target for the media. Going out on a high: Alan Joyce is ejecting after 15 years at the controls, but what awaits his successor? This is related to his sexual assault charges against him in 2020. ", "Craig is who he is and he's been that way for a very long time. Actor Craig McLachlan has discontinued his defamation proceedings against the ABC, Nine Newspapers and Christie Whelan Browne on the day the defence case was set to begin. "I was so overwhelmingly shocked, disappointed, angry, violated, devastated, sad and actually physically hurt as his hand and his fingers were so strong. Stars: Following a marathon 13-day shoot, "Before we stepped on set, I did a lot of imagining as to what it would be like without him. Director: | Being a millionaire, he must be living a luxurious lifestyle. Director: Find out more about our policy and your choices, including how to opt-out. Therefore, under the law as it applied in 2014, she could not find him criminally liable. Unemployed actor Craig McLachlan was moved on Thursday to defend the putrid scraps of his honour. 55 min [15], McLachlan's defamation case was due to be heard in the Supreme Court of New South Wales from 4 February 2019;[16][17] however, the suit was postponed pending the outcome of the related criminal proceedings. He had endured months of scrutiny which saw him and Vanessa forced to make their way through media packs outside of a Melbourne court. Two businessmen/brothers announce plans for a theme park to glorify Ballarat's goldrush past. Ms Downs said she and her husband were listening to the radio one evening when the announcer said an Australian soap star was facing sexual harassment allegations. | Watch here or follow along on YouTube (you can subscribe to get updates). Stars: Joel Tobeck, Here's what you need to know, 'Jailing is failing' the Northern Territory as alliance warns incarceration rates are five times national average, Australian Olympian Harry Garside arrested over alleged domestic violence, Family of Bodhi Risby-Jones offered advice by father of man jailed in Bali in 2019. The actor is suing media companies ABC and Nine, and his The Rocky . McLachlan, who is seeking $6.5 million in damages, became a household name for his roles on Australian soap operas Neighbours and Home and Away, and more recently led the Ballarat-filmed TV series . Stars: Crime, Drama, Mystery. "This girl actively maintained and pursued a friendship. Stars: Director: Craig McLachlan. ', McLachlan goes on to say that 'in this post-Weinstein, #MeToo world gone mad, I can't win', and then insists: 'It didn't happen.'. Pete's life is changed forever following a heartbreaking phone call from Mimi. Evidence found on Toohey body connects his death to the other killings, but phone records show that the footballer's last few calls were to his lawyer. Anh Do, And she did not complain to Children's ITV because she felt he was a much bigger star than her and she was concerned it might end her career. Ms Downs said she did not say anything to Mr McLachlan because he left the studio as soon as the show was over and she was in shock. We must say he has earned a huge amount of money through his acting career. Doctor Blake soon realises the death is suspicious. Hes released three studio albums and has appeared in theatre productions of Grease and The Rocky Horror Show. But poor, persecuted Craig is just a blameless casualty of political correctness, you see? Neighbours star Craig McLachlan has hit out at the Australian soap for not asking him to be part of the show's final ever episode. Pupils and parents face more disruption as thousands of teachers go on strike again today in row over pay Keir Starmer braces for civil service verdict on Sue Gray's recruitment as his chief of staff today saying Police FINALLY confront Just Stop Oil eco-mob causing travel chaos in London as they order them off road but RICHARD LITTLEJOHN: What do we want? "It was totally out of the blue and I was so shocked and stunned. In the first teaser for Spotlight: Horror Show, McLachlan looked dishevelled, sporting a grey beard and long hair. Craig Dougall McLachlan (born 1 September 1965) is an Australian actor, musician, singer and composer. Ms Downs said that interview was the catalyst for her to speak out publicly, under her own name. Director: You will feel that warm sunshine again. Later, Lily is forced to lie to Jack when Simone's partying gets out of hand, but how long until Jack learns the truth? now-convicted sex offender Harvey Weinstein, acquitted of seven indecent assault charges and six common assault charges, Victorian Magistrate Belinda Wallington's comments. When Lucien is found at Ballarat Observatory standing over a dead body, covered in blood, the investigation quickly turns back onto Blake himself. Ian Meadows, "It's sad that he will not be remembered for the extraordinary talent that he is," she said. The 55-year-old will play US country music legend Hank Williams in the production Nobody Lonesome For Me, starting in Perth next month. Noah Taylor, Stars: In a 105-page decision, Melbourne Magistrate Belinda Wallington found McLachlan not guilty of all charges. On Friday,Acting Justice CarolynSimpson granted McLachlan's application to seek leave to end the proceedings. ', "In this post-Weinstein hashtag-me-too world-gone-mad, I can't win.". Hold on tight to the ones you love. Heroes' Mountain. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission. Craig McCracken (born March 31, 1971) is an American cartoonist, animator, director, writer, and producer known for creating the Cartoon Network's The Powerpuff Girls and Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends, Disney Channel and Disney XD's Wander Over Yonder and Netflix's Kid Cosmic.. Acting Justice Simpson discharged the jury, thanking them for their service over the past two weeks. Director: Nationality. Former TV host says Craig McLachlan groped her live on a UK children's show. The actor played Henry Ramsay brother of Kylie Minogue's character Charlene on the Australian soap between 1987 and 1989 and appeared in more than 800 episodes before jumping ship to rival show Home and Away. The heartfelt reason Kate and Prince William chose the name Charlotte for their daughter - who turns eight Charlotte is terrific in Trotters! Craig McLachlan's full name is Craig Dougall McLachlan and his nickname is Craig McLachlan. [18] On 11 January 2019, Victoria Police charged him with one count of common assault, eight counts of indecent assault and one count of attempted indecent assault. ABC to rely on public interest defence against former soldier Heston Russell, Natascha Lechner died minutes after using frog poison in 'Kambo' vomiting ritual, inquest told, Confused by the 'sustainability' label on your favourite can of tuna? Mclachlan made the surprising move on the very day the defence was set . Here's what you need to know about the fresh allegations against McLachlan, his Channel Seven documentary, and what happened in court last year. TV. Welcome to the official You Tube channel for Craig McLachlan. Last December, Magistrate Belinda Wallington said prosecutors had not met the required standard for her to find McLachlan guilty of the allegations. They include five actresses and one actor from the 2014 production of Rocky Horror Show, two actresses from the TV seriesDr Blake Mysteries and a runner on the TV showCity Homicide. | When do we want it? Mr McLachlan was charged with seven indecent assault charges and six common assault charges, but was found not guilty last year. He has been involved in film, television, the music industry and music theatre for over 30 years. Kim Kardashian wears jaw-dropping pearl dress as she joins pregnant Rihanna, Princess Anne wades into Charles' 'slimmed-down monarchy': Princess Royal says 'doesn't sound like a good Supermarkets pull THOUSANDS of Cadbury dessert products over food poisoning fears. Ex-fiance explains, Download 'I Wanna Dance With Somebody' on iTunes. Hayley Magnus. On top of that, McLachlan is demanding $6.5 million from Fairfax Median and the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC . Shawn Seet Dr Blake gets involved investigating the suspicious death of a boxer in the ring where he is officiating as the contest medical official. Craig McLachlan - Dr. Lucien Blake Craig was unfortunately hit with a sexual harassment suit by three different women that he worked with at one time and while he's claiming that they're all. Complaints:Police had alleged McLachlan either indecently assaulted or assaulted four complainants in Melbourne between April 26, 2014 and July 13, 2014. For his role in the soap opera Neighbours, he won a Gold Logie Award for Most Popular Personality on Australian TV. Charlie Cousins. Nadine Garner, McLachlan was admitted to a mental facility with his loved ones concerned he was going to take his own life. But the whole thing has been called off - for now - after McLachlan was . He said he was frustrated that despite being 100 per cent acquitted and an innocent man, he was not believed and hadnt worked for three years because he had been cruelly targeted. Danielle Cormack, Not Rated Despite being housebound as he recovers from his injuries, Blake investigates the death of a teenage girl at her Debutante Ball. Ms Downs said she told her husband soon after they met in 1992, an acting friend in 2011 and another friend in 2017, just after the Harvey Weinstein story broke.