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Rolf Harris: Serial abuser and ex-entertainer dies aged 93

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Summary

Rolf Harris, a disgraced former entertainer, has died aged 93. He was convicted of a string of indecent assaults between 1968 and 1986 and was jailed for five years and nine months. Prior to his convictions, he was a well-known figure in the entertainment industry in Britain and Australia, having hosted a string of children's TV and variety shows, and painted a portrait of the Queen. He was stripped of all of his honours, including OBE, MBE, and CBE, following his convictions. His family has asked for privacy and the cause of death is not yet known.

Q&As

What were the crimes that Rolf Harris was found guilty of?
Rolf Harris was found guilty of a string of indecent assaults between 1968 and 1986.

What honours was he stripped of following his convictions?
He was stripped of his OBE, MBE and CBE and his Bafta fellowship.

Who were the victims of his assaults?
The victims included two girls in their early teens and a friend of his daughter.

How long was he jailed for?
He was jailed for five years and nine months.

What did the judge say to him at his sentencing?
The judge said to him, "You have shown no remorse for your crimes at all. Your reputation now lies in ruins, but you have no one to blame but yourself."

AI Comments

👍 Rolf Harris had a successful career, receiving honours such as an OBE, MBE and CBE, and was even commissioned to paint a portrait of the late Queen.

👎 Rolf Harris was found guilty of a string of indecent assaults between 1968 and 1986 and never apologised for his crimes. He was a "sinister pervert", who used his fame to get close to young women and girls.

AI Discussion

Me: It's about Rolf Harris, a former entertainer who was convicted of a string of indecent assaults against girls between 1968 and 1986. He was sentenced to five years and nine months in prison and was released in 2017. He never apologised to his victims.

Friend: Wow, that's really disturbing. It's so sad that someone who was once celebrated in the entertainment industry for over 50 years could be a serial abuser. It's a reminder that fame can be a mask for hidden, horrible behaviors.

Me: Absolutely. It also brings to light how victims of sexual abuse can be silenced and not have their stories heard. It's important that we continue to fight for justice, accountability, and recognition for victims of sexual abuse.

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Technical terms

Indecent Assault: A form of sexual assault that involves unwanted physical contact of a sexual nature.
Southwark Crown Court: A court in London, England, that hears criminal and civil cases.
OBE: Order of the British Empire, an order of chivalry awarded by the British monarch.
MBE: Member of the Order of the British Empire, an order of chivalry awarded by the British monarch.
CBE: Commander of the Order of the British Empire, an order of chivalry awarded by the British monarch.
Bafta Fellowship: The highest honour given by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts.
Sinister Pervert: A person who uses their power or influence to commit sexual crimes.
Remorse: A feeling of deep regret or sorrow for a wrong committed.