July 4th 2024.
Neil Gaiman, the renowned author and creator of The Sandman series, has found himself in the midst of controversy as he has been accused by two women of not obtaining their sexual consent. However, Gaiman has denied these allegations and insists that his relationships with both women were consensual, despite their claims of rough and degrading sexual encounters.
The allegations were brought to light as part of an investigation by Tortoise, which was led in part by Rachel Johnson, sister of British Prime Minister Boris Johnson. According to the report, Gaiman is currently the subject of a police complaint in New Zealand.
In response to these accusations, Gaiman, who is 63 years old, stated that he had offered to assist the New Zealand police with their investigations in 2022, but his offer was not taken up. He believes this reflects the lack of substance in the allegations. However, Tortoise claims that the authorities have made multiple attempts to speak with key individuals involved in the case, with efforts still ongoing. The location of all parties involved has also been a factor considered by the authorities.
One of the alleged victims, who was 22 years old at the time, claimed that she was sexually assaulted by Gaiman within hours of meeting him in 2022. She alleges that he got naked and got into a bath with her, and then engaged in degrading sexual acts without her consent. Gaiman, on the other hand, states that they cuddled and made out, with consent established between them.
The second woman, who was 18 when she met Gaiman in 2003, claims that they began a relationship when she was 20. She alleges that they engaged in rough and painful sexual encounters, which she did not want or enjoy. She also claims that Gaiman disregarded her request to not penetrate her while she was suffering from a painful injection. Gaiman believes that these allegations are a result of the woman regretting their past relationship, and the first woman's claims are due to a medical condition causing false memories. However, reports from the newsroom state that her medical records and history do not support this claim.
The allegations have also sparked a four-part podcast titled "Master: The Allegations Against Neil Gaiman." The title is in reference to Gaiman's request to be referred to as "Master" by the women.
Aside from creating The Sandman series, Gaiman has also worked on projects for Netflix and Amazon, such as Good Omens and American Gods. Recently, he announced new cast members for the Netflix adaptation of The Sandman, including Steve Coogan, Douglas Booth, and Indya Moore.
Gaiman was previously married to Amanda Palmer from 2011 to 2022, and they have a son together. In a 2019 interview, Palmer spoke about their decision to have an open relationship, stating that they were not interested in having multiple partners but were "slutty, but compassionately so." Gaiman also has three children with his former wife, Mary McGrath.
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