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BBC radio presenter Paul Gambaccini arrested in sex abuse inquiry
abc.net.au ^ | Nov 2 2013 | abc

Posted on 11/02/2013 2:54:09 AM PDT by Berlin_Freeper

Veteran BBC broadcaster Paul Gambaccini has been arrested as part of a wider British inquiry set up to examine sexual abuse stemming from claims against late presenter Jimmy Savile.

The US-born radio and TV presenter, 64, confirmed his arrest in a statement but denied the allegations.

He was released on bail following his arrest on Tuesday, which the BBC had previously refused to confirm.

The BBC said the DJ would not be presenting his weekly radio show for "coming weeks".

(Excerpt) Read more at abc.net.au ...


TOPICS: United Kingdom
KEYWORDS: bbc

1 posted on 11/02/2013 2:54:10 AM PDT by Berlin_Freeper
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To: Berlin_Freeper
Instead of Paul’s show, from 8pm, BBC Radio 2 will be broadcasting “Johnnie Walker Meets Art Garfunkel”.
2 posted on 11/02/2013 2:57:40 AM PDT by Berlin_Freeper
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To: Berlin_Freeper

Is there anyone in the BBC who is not a sexual deviant?


3 posted on 11/02/2013 3:03:51 AM PDT by Cowboy Bob (They are called "Liberals" because the word "parasite" was already taken.)
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To: Cowboy Bob

They’re all liberals too... I suspect a connection.


4 posted on 11/02/2013 3:20:43 AM PDT by GOPJ ( We've grown to trust MSM hatred. When the MSM hates one of us it's an endorsement.)
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To: Berlin_Freeper

According to this, Gambaccini was born in the Bronx, educated in the States, has been out of the closet for about three decades, has married his gay lover, and actively supports homosexual-related charities.

5 posted on 11/02/2013 3:20:52 AM PDT by Zakeet (Democrats haven't destroyed your freedoms ... you can still visit them at the Smithsonian)
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To: Cowboy Bob
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6 posted on 11/02/2013 3:33:11 AM PDT by cripplecreek (REMEMBER THE RIVER RAISIN!)
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To: Zakeet

Gambaccini (born April 2, 1949) is an American-British radio and television presenter and author in the United Kingdom. He has dual United States and British nationality, having become a British citizen in 2005.

Gambaccini studied at Dartmouth College, where he obtained a degree in history in 1970.[4] He then moved to the United Kingdom on a Rhodes Scholarship[7] and attended University College, Oxford,[4] where he obtained a degree in politics, philosophy, and economics.

On 29 October 2013, Gambaccini was arrested on suspicion of historical sexual offences as part of Operation Yewtree; he denied the allegations.


7 posted on 11/02/2013 3:38:14 AM PDT by Berlin_Freeper
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To: cripplecreek

So it’s true. Piers Morgan’s head is made from concrete.


8 posted on 11/02/2013 3:51:05 AM PDT by fieldmarshaldj (Resist We Much)
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To: cripplecreek

Jeremy Clarkson - a hero. I thank him for the sacrifice of his finger.


9 posted on 11/02/2013 4:01:49 AM PDT by wally_bert (There are no winners in a game of losers. I'm Tommy Joyce, welcome to the Oriental Lounge.)
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To: GOPJ

Maybe you can get federal funding to investigate the relationship? :)


10 posted on 11/02/2013 4:10:11 AM PDT by Cowboy Bob (They are called "Liberals" because the word "parasite" was already taken.)
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To: Cowboy Bob

Maybe I can get federal funding to investigate if the sun comes up in the East too... A real twofer...


11 posted on 11/02/2013 4:16:41 AM PDT by GOPJ (Show me just ONE example of an Islamic country where non Muslims are treated with equality.TimLee)
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Unfortunately, Federal dollars have been wasted for lesser studies...


12 posted on 11/02/2013 4:18:19 AM PDT by Cowboy Bob (They are called "Liberals" because the word "parasite" was already taken.)
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LOL - yep, that’s true. I was just hoping to jump on the gravy train...


13 posted on 11/02/2013 4:34:20 AM PDT by GOPJ (Show me just ONE example of an Islamic country where non Muslims are treated with equality.TimLee)
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To: Berlin_Freeper

This guy, when he speaks, has the authority affectation down cold; like obozo. I know nothing about him besides the fact that he was a radio guy but I instinctively dislike him when I hear him.


14 posted on 11/02/2013 4:55:28 AM PDT by TalBlack (Evil doesn't have a day job.)
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To: Cowboy Bob

This is more to do with a culture prevalent in the entertainment industry at certain period than specifically the BBC. Most of those working in the industry in Britain at that time are likely to have worked for the BBC at some point, as well as other broadcasters - but it’s the BBC connection that British tabloid press (generally hostile to the BBC) usually highlights in these cases. This man, for instance, has also worked extensively on Classic FM.


15 posted on 11/02/2013 1:39:40 PM PDT by Winniesboy
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To: TalBlack

I am the opposite, this man is one of the, if not the great authority, on pop and rock music in the UK, and has been a joy to read and listen to for over three decades.

I hope (and frankly I doubt they are) that the allegations aren’t true.


16 posted on 11/03/2013 11:26:39 AM PST by the scotsman (i)
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