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BBC SUSPENDS Presenter Accused of Paying TEEN for Explicit Photos
— The BBC has confirmed the unnamed presenter accused of paying a 17-year-old for sexually explicit images has been suspended. The male presenter allegedly paid more than £35,000 ($45,000) in exchange for photos.
According to reports, the BBC star started paying the youngster, who is now 20, three years ago until the family filed a complaint this May. The family decided to report the story to the Sun newspaper when the presenter remained on the air.
Several BBC stars have posted to social media to dispel rumors, including Gary Lineker, Jeremy Vine, and Rylan, who have all stated it is not them.
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