Christopher Eccleston Admits Actress Falsely Accused Him of Misconduct During a Sex Scene

Christopher Eccleston, renowned for his role as the ninth Doctor in the popular British TV show Doctor Who, recently disclosed a distressing incident on set involving an actress falsely claiming misconduct during a sex scene. The 59-year-old actor, who is currently starring in the latest installment of the hit anthology series True Detective, opened up about the experience, emphasizing his feelings of betrayal.

Without disclosing the actress’ name or the production they were involved in, Eccleston revealed that the incident occurred before the MeToo movement shed light on the scourge of harassment and misconduct within the entertainment industry. However, he expressed relief that the false accusation emerged prior to the heightened scrutiny surrounding such matters.

Eccleston sincerely described the incident as a betrayal of trust, highlighting the importance of mutual trust and respect among actors on set. He expressed how the accusation, made in front of the crew, implicated him in inappropriate behavior during the sex scene, which left him deeply hurt and disappointed.

The actor insisted that he would never engage in any form of misconduct, denying the accusation vehemently. “I have to say to you that I would sooner have put my hands in a food blender than copped a feel of that person,” Eccleston said, conveying his strong objection.

Eccleston also stressed the significance of a controlled environment, directing attention to intimacy coordinators who professionally choreograph and oversee intimate scenes. He proposed that had such a professional been present during their filming, it might have protected him from false claims.

Although reluctant to disclose further details of the incident, Eccleston expressed gratitude that he was not subjected to the adversities faced by many within the industry. He acknowledged the impact the incident could have had on his career if it had occurred during the era of the MeToo movement.