New allegations have emerged against acclaimed novelist Neil Gaiman, bringing the total number of accusations from women who claim he sexually assaulted them to nearly a dozen. Vulture reported on Monday detailing these new accusations, which follow earlier allegations made public last year. Gaiman, renowned for works like “The Sandman,” “Good Omens,” and “Coraline,” is facing serious scrutiny due to these claims.
The latest allegations were further discussed in a six-episode podcast series titled “Master: the allegations against Neil Gaiman,” released by the U.K. media outlet Tortoise in summer 2024. This series initially outlined five allegations of sexual assault. Vulture’s investigation reportedly uncovered four new allegations that closely resemble those featured in the podcast. The investigation included a thorough review of texts, diary entries, and police communications.
Gaiman’s alleged victims range from 18 to women in their 20s, while Gaiman himself was in his 40s or older at the time. A woman named Scarlett Pavlovich detailed a troubling incident in which Gaiman allegedly assaulted her while she was babysitting at his property, describing a series of assaults that escalated in severity.
Another woman described a forced encounter with Gaiman during a tour in 2012, while a third woman recounted a painful relationship with him that began in 2003. Friends of Gaiman’s ex-wife, Amanda Palmer, suggested that their open relationship may have played a role in these dynamics, with one woman sharing her own concerning experiences with Gaiman.
Gaiman’s representatives have maintained that the encounters were consensual and involved BDSM practices. Following these allegations, projects tied to Gaiman have faced delays, with Disney pausing the film adaptation of “The Graveyard Book,” and Amazon confirming a limited conclusion to its series “Good Omens.”
In light of these ongoing developments, the entertainment industry is left to ponder the impact of these serious allegations on Gaiman’s legacy and the adaptations of his work. Despite the troubling nature of these events, there is hope that survivors will be heard and that accountability will lead to a broader discussion about consent and behavior in creative spaces.
Overall, the situation underscores the vital need for safe environments in all professional spheres, particularly in the arts, where power dynamics can drastically influence interactions and relationships.