David Walliams made 'disrespectful comments' about Britain's Got Talent contestants

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By Paul GlynnEntertainment report er

David Walliams has admitted to making "disrespectful comments" about two Britain's Got Talent contestants during a break in filming in 2020.

Leaked transcript of a recording showed the talent show judge making derogatory and sexually explicit remarks, according to the Guardian. intended for sharing".

The show's producers said they spoke to him about his "future professional conduct".

The comedian and author has appeared on the ITV program since 2012.

In a statement, the TV personality said : "I would like to apologize to the people I made disrespectful comments about during breaks from filming Britain's Got Talent in 2020.

"These were private conversations and, like most conversations with friends, were never meant to be shared. Nevertheless, I'm sorry."

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