David Walliams faces another career blow after producers removed his cameo from the family film Fing! following sexual misconduct allegations. Sky also said it intended to withdraw as the movie’s licensee in the UK and Ireland.

The producers said Walliams would have no role in the film’s release or promotion. Walliams has denied being a “sexual predator” and expressed regret for thoughtless behavior in past casual relationships.

Another Career Blow As Producers Remove Cameo

The adventure-fantasy film is directed by Jeffrey Walker and scheduled for release in the US in January. Its cast includes Taika Waititi, Mia Wasikowska, Matt Lucas and Iona Bell.

Producers confirmed the decision in a statement to Variety, according to Page Six’s report. They said they took the allegations against Walliams seriously and expressed concern for anyone affected.

“We have removed his cameo appearance from ‘Fing!,’ and he will have no involvement in the film’s release or promotion,” the producers said.

The removal applies beyond the scene itself to the movie’s promotional activity. The film had also been set for UK distribution through Sky before the company’s decision to leave the project.

For Walliams, another career blow comes as allegations against him have become public. Page Six said it sought comment from his representative but did not immediately receive a response.

Sky Exits Its Distribution Position

A Sky spokesperson separately described the allegations against Walliams as “extremely serious.” The company told Variety it had notified the producers of its intention to exit its UK and Ireland licensee position.

According to the report, Sky has removed Fing! from its slate altogether. The company’s distribution decision and the producers’ removal of Walliams were both announced following the allegations.

Separate entertainment coverage examines Netflix’s decision about Russell Brand’s special. Those are different cases involving different companies and decisions about material featuring public figures.

Walliams Denies Being A Sexual Predator

Multiple women have accused the comedian and children’s author of using his celebrity status to groom them for sex. Two said they were 15 when they met Walliams, according to Page Six.

The 55-year-old had tried to prevent publications from identifying him as the celebrity facing the allegations. His lawyers told a UK judge that he had experienced severe mental distress before his public identification.

In a statement Tuesday, Walliams denied being a “sexual predator.” He also addressed his previous behavior toward people with whom he had casual sexual relationships.

“Looking back, I realize that at times I behaved thoughtlessly towards other people I had casual sexual relationships with,” he wrote. “That is something I regret.”

Other entertainment reporting includes the supporting actor Oscar race and tributes to actor Tom Skerritt. Fing! remains scheduled for its US release in January, with producers saying Walliams will have no involvement.