Gary Glitter appears in court over historical sex offence charges
The former singer, whose real name is Paul Gadd, appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court via video.
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"Gadd said in a police interview he did not know the complainant, and that the allegations against him were false."
— Jonathan Polnay KC , Other
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Gary Glitter, whose real name is Paul Gadd, is a former singer known for his success in the 1970s.
Jonathan Polnay KC is the prosecutor in the case against Gary Glitter.
Gary Glitter is a former singer known for his controversial history and legal issues.
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The former singer, whose real name is Paul Gadd, appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court via video.
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