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Neil Gaiman Faces Sexual Assault Allegations from Eight Women

1/14/2025

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Renowned author Neil Gaiman is embroiled in serious allegations of sexual assault, as revealed in a New York Magazine cover story. Eight women, including Scarlett Pavlovich, recount coercive experiences, often intertwined with BDSM, lacking clear consent. While Gaiman's team insists all interactions were consensual, the fallout has led to significant disruptions in his career, with multiple projects on hold.

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Renowned author Neil Gaiman is embroiled in serious allegations of sexual assault, as revealed in a New York Magazine cover story. Eight women, including Scarlett Pavlovich, recount coercive experiences, often intertwined with BDSM, lacking clear consent. While Gaiman's team insists all interactions were consensual, the fallout has led to significant disruptions in his career, with multiple projects on hold.