July 26th 2023.
Lucy Spraggan recently revealed that she has yet to receive an apology from ITV after she shared her story of being raped during her time on The X Factor in 2012. She said that she had to protect her right to anonymity for a decade out of shame, and voiced her disappointment on Christine Lampard's Lorraine show.
Lucy said that although Syco and Fremantle have both apologised, ITV have yet to do so. She added that what she really wants is for change to be made, and not just an apology.
An ITV spokesperson told The Agency that they had the deepest compassion for Lucy and everything she had endured. They commended her for her bravery and resilience, and said that they had improved their oversight procedures since the incidents in question. They added that they were committed to making sure independent producers employ the correct processes to protect the mental health and welfare of participants.
Meanwhile, the defendant was sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty. Lucy described the process of writing her book as 'horrendous' but also said it was 'wonderful' to self-examine and reflect on past experiences.
For anyone else who has experienced rape or sexual abuse, Victim Support offers support and can be contacted on 0333 300 6389. If you have a celebrity story, video or pictures, The Agency entertainment team can be reached via email, by calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting their Submit Stuff page.
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