Kevin Spacey and accusers settle before civil trial

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete March 19, 2026 at 10:27 AM

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Kevin Spacey has reached an out-of-court settlement with three men who had accused him of sexual assault between 2000 and 2013, halting the civil cases that were scheduled to be heard in the High Court. The accusers, including Ruari Cannon who publicly shared his story, alleged incidents of assault and abuse. Spacey, who denies all allegations of wrongdoing and was acquitted in a separate criminal trial in 2023, served as artistic director of the Old Vic theatre during part of the period in question. The lawsuits included claims of psychiatric damage and financial loss. Details of the settlements between Spacey and the men have not been disclosed.

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