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John Barrowman, MBE, was born on 11 March 1967 in Glasgow, Scotland (no, he's not to our knowledge a ViolentGlaswegian). His family moved to [[UsefulNotes/{{Chicago}} Aurora, Illinois]] when he was 8, and his father was relocated there by Caterpillar. He picked up an American accent to avoid the torment other kids were leveling at him. Went to Joliet West High School as a teen where he performed in many school productions. Made his name as a [[TheMusical Musical Theatre]] actor/singer (there's an official recording of him as Raoul de Chagny in ''Theatre/ThePhantomOfTheOpera'' available); in 1998 he received an Olivier Award nomination for playing Calvin Chandler in ''Theatre/TheFix'' (he lost to co-star Philip Quast). He also presented UK kids' TV show ''Series/LiveAndKicking''. He had several minor TV and film roles, including {{Soap Opera}}s such as ''Series/CentralParkWest'' and ''[=Titans=]''. He also appeared in the [[SoBadItsGood laughably terrible]] movie ''Film/SharkAttack3Megalodon'', in which he uttered the infamous [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w1XOfHax6Q8 "line"]] (not safe for work!).

His biggest break was landing the role of Captain Jack Harkness in the revival of one of his favorite childhood shows, ''Series/DoctorWho''. This character, an [[ExtremeOmnisexual omnisexual]] time-traveling con-man, was so popular he got his own show, ''Series/{{Torchwood}}''. He's also popped back to ''Doctor Who'' for the end of the third series and for the fourth series finale, as well as a cameo in David Tennant's final episode, and in the 50th anniversary comedy special ''Recap/TheFiveishDoctorsReboot'', and returning in an [[Recap/DoctorWhoS38E5FugitiveOfTheJudoon episode]] of the twelfth series and in the 2021 New Year's special.

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John Barrowman, MBE, was born on 11 March 1967 in Glasgow, Scotland (no, he's not to our knowledge a ViolentGlaswegian). His family moved to [[UsefulNotes/{{Chicago}} Aurora, Illinois]] when he was 8, 8 and his father was relocated there by Caterpillar. He picked up an American accent to avoid the torment bullying other kids were leveling at him. Went to Joliet West High School as a teen where he performed in many school productions. Made his name as a [[TheMusical Musical Theatre]] actor/singer (there's an official recording of him as Raoul de Chagny in ''Theatre/ThePhantomOfTheOpera'' available); in 1998 he received an Olivier Award nomination for playing Calvin Chandler in ''Theatre/TheFix'' (he lost to co-star Philip Quast). He also presented UK kids' TV show ''Series/LiveAndKicking''. He had several minor TV and film roles, including {{Soap Opera}}s such as ''Series/CentralParkWest'' and ''[=Titans=]''. He also appeared in the [[SoBadItsGood laughably terrible]] movie ''Film/SharkAttack3Megalodon'', in which he uttered the infamous [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w1XOfHax6Q8 "line"]] (not safe for work!).

His biggest break was landing the role of Captain Jack Harkness in the revival of one of his favorite childhood shows, ''Series/DoctorWho''. This character, an [[ExtremeOmnisexual omnisexual]] time-traveling con-man, was so popular he got his own show, ''Series/{{Torchwood}}''. He's also popped back to ''Doctor Who'' for the end of the third series and for series, the fourth series finale, as well as a cameo in David Tennant's final episode, and in the 50th anniversary comedy special ''Recap/TheFiveishDoctorsReboot'', and returning in an [[Recap/DoctorWhoS38E5FugitiveOfTheJudoon episode]] of the twelfth series series, and in the 2021 New Year's special.



He's openly gay, though he acknowledges women can be attractive (even if he dislikes the idea of sex with them)[[note]]In his memoir ''Anything Goes'', he remarks that a female college friend of his was "absolutely gorgeous", then in a footnote says, "I'm gay, not blind."[[/note]]. He and his long-term partner Scott Gill were joined in a [[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Civil_partnerships_in_the_United_Kingdom civil partnership]] on 27 December 2006 and got married in the state of California on 2 July 2013 (incidentally, Barrowman has stated that he took one look at Scott and [[LoveAtFirstSight knew he was the one]]). He was actually considered for the role of Will from ''Series/WillAndGrace'', but since RealityIsUnrealistic, he wasn't considered "[[StereotypeGay gay enough]]" by producers and the role was given to a straight actor.

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He's openly gay, though he acknowledges women can be attractive (even if he dislikes the idea of sex with them)[[note]]In his memoir ''Anything Goes'', he remarks that a female college friend of his was "absolutely gorgeous", then in a footnote says, "I'm gay, not blind."[[/note]]. He and his long-term partner Scott Gill were joined in a [[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Civil_partnerships_in_the_United_Kingdom civil partnership]] on 27 December 2006 and got married in the state of California on 2 July 2013 (incidentally, 2013. Barrowman has stated that he took one look at Scott and [[LoveAtFirstSight knew he was the one]]).one]]. He was actually considered for the role of Will from ''Series/WillAndGrace'', but since RealityIsUnrealistic, he wasn't considered "[[StereotypeGay gay enough]]" by producers and the role was given to a straight actor.
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Barrowman has run into slight difficulties in the "Me Too" era as he previously was known for occasionally humorously exposing himself on set as a prank, but for a time escaped serious backlash due to the last incident being over a decade ago and none were meant in a sexual context. However, after the exposure of fellow ''Who'' star [[Creator/NoelClarke Noel Clarke's]] more serious misconducts in 2021, Barrowman faced renewed scrutiny that ultimately saw the BBC distance themselves from his character (despite having reappeared on ''Doctor Who'' the previous year for the first time in a decade), cancelling various tie-in media meant to feature him.

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Barrowman has run into slight difficulties in the "Me Too" era as he previously was known for occasionally humorously exposing himself on set as a prank, but for a time escaped serious backlash due to the last incident being over a decade ago and none were meant in a sexual context. However, after the exposure of fellow ''Who'' star [[Creator/NoelClarke Noel Clarke's]] more serious sexual misconducts in 2021, Barrowman faced renewed scrutiny that ultimately saw the BBC Creator/TheBBC distance themselves from his character (despite having reappeared on ''Doctor Who'' the previous year for the first time in actor and Captain Jack as a decade), whole, cancelling various tie-in media meant to feature him.

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He used to have a dog called Tegan (after a companion of the Fifth Doctor), and he currently has a dog named Captain Jack. Barrowman has run into slight difficulties in the "Me Too" era as he previously was known for occasionally humorously exposing himself on set as a prank, but has escaped serious backlash due to the last incident being over a decade ago and none were meant in a sexual context.

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He used to have a dog called Tegan (after a companion of the Fifth Doctor), and he currently has a dog named Captain Jack.

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He's released several [=CDs=], mostly of Broadway standards. He also has two autobiographical books out: ''Anything Goes'' and ''I Am What I Am'', alongside working in fiction with his sister Carole, a Torchwood story called ''Exodus Code'', and a children's series called ''Hollow Earth.''

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He's released several [=CDs=], mostly of Broadway standards. He also has two autobiographical books out: ''Anything Goes'' and ''I Am What I Am'', alongside working in fiction with his sister Carole, a Torchwood story novel called ''Exodus Code'', three Torchwood graphic novels, and a children's series called ''Hollow Earth.''
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* OohMeAccentsSlipping: His natural Scottish accent is constantly competing with the [[UsefulNotes/AmericanAccents Midwestern Accent]] he developed from his time in the United States. It's especially noticeable in his intonations.
** He insists that both accents come equally natural to him and that the American is rarely ever “put on,” but its fairly common to hear his voice being indecisive. His appearance on ''Series/{{QI}}'' (Series R, Episode 1 "Rude") is a fine example (he mostly sounds American but his Scottish comes through at times).

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intonations. He insists that both accents come equally natural to him and that the American is rarely ever “put on,” but its fairly common to hear his voice being indecisive. His appearance on ''Series/{{QI}}'' (Series R, Episode 1 "Rude") is a fine example (he mostly sounds American but his Scottish comes through at times).

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His biggest break was landing the role of Captain Jack Harkness in the revival of one of his favorite childhood shows, ''Series/DoctorWho''. This character, an [[ExtremeOmnisexual omnisexual]] time-traveling con-man, was so popular he got his own show, ''Series/{{Torchwood}}''. He's also popped back to ''Doctor Who'' for the end of the third series and for the fourth series finale, as well as a cameo in David Tennant's final episode, and in the 50th anniversary comedy special ''Recap/TheFiveishDoctorsReboot'', and returning in an [[Recap/DoctorWhoS38E5FugitiveOfTheJudoon episode]] of twelfth series.

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His biggest break was landing the role of Captain Jack Harkness in the revival of one of his favorite childhood shows, ''Series/DoctorWho''. This character, an [[ExtremeOmnisexual omnisexual]] time-traveling con-man, was so popular he got his own show, ''Series/{{Torchwood}}''. He's also popped back to ''Doctor Who'' for the end of the third series and for the fourth series finale, as well as a cameo in David Tennant's final episode, and in the 50th anniversary comedy special ''Recap/TheFiveishDoctorsReboot'', and returning in an [[Recap/DoctorWhoS38E5FugitiveOfTheJudoon episode]] of the twelfth series.
series and in the 2021 New Year's special.



It was during this time that Barrowman [[https://www.theguardian.com/media/2008/dec/02/bbc-radio exposed his genitalia]] during a live television interview on [=BBC1=], following the interviewer bringing up his habit of exposing his "willy" during interviews and parties[[note]]at one party Barrowman allegedly even used his genitals to play the piano[[/note]]. Barrowman promptly and happily obliged, pulling down his trousers in an attempt to expose his "fruit and nuts" - thankfully, nothing was caught on-camera, and both the interviewers and a spokesperson for [=BBC1=] apologised for the incident, saying "We do feel that the programme overstepped the mark. We acknowledge this and apologised at the end of the live programme." Barrowman himself later made a public apology, saying "I apologise for any offence I have caused. I was joining in the light-hearted and fun banter of the show and went too far. I was wrong to do this and it will never happen again. I really appreciate the great support I have received from the BBC over the last few years and would never intentionally do anything to undermine the integrity of the corporation."

During her time on Series/{{Torchwood}}, Creator/FreemaAgyeman [[https://www.digitalspy.com/showbiz/a90017/agyeman-stunned-by-barrowmans-quotchapquot/ spoke]] about how Barrowman had a habit of walking around with his genitals hanging out of his pants, saying that the regular cast seemed to find it normal behaviour and that it was "only the new people" who were "freaked out" by it. Creator/ElisabethSladen mentioned [[https://winteriscoming.net/2021/05/01/sexual-allegations-made-against-doctor-who-stars-rocks-uk-tv-industry/ during an interview]] "[He did not expose himself] to me. To everyone else, but not to me." Barrowman replied "Actually, I did get it out quite a few times, but she was looking the other way."

By this point, Julie Gardner (then executive producer of Series/{{Torchwood}}) had received a complaint about this behaviour and officially reprimanded Barrowman. She also spoke to other executive producers, Barrowman’s agent, and the head of BBC drama commissioning to "make it clear to both John and his agent that behaviour of this kind would not be tolerated […] To my knowledge, John’s inappropriate behaviour stopped thereafter". In a tribute video to Gardner and Russell T. Davies later that year, Creator/DavidTennant sang "Can’t block out, please lock out, images of Johnny B getting his cock out."

In 2010, he had a part on ''Series/DesperateHousewives'' as Patrick, a Neo-Terrorist, who had a rather "explosive" end.

In 2012, he appeared in the ComicBook/GreenArrow adaptation ''Series/{{Arrow}}'' in a recurring role as Malcolm Merlyn, the Dark Archer and leader of the Undertaking. He continues to appear on the show and [[Series/LegendsOfTomorrow its]] [[Series/TheFlash2014 spinoffs]], ping-ponging between omnipresent Big Bad and AntiVillain. According to Colton Haynes (Roy Harper) and Emily Bett Rickards (Felicity Smoak), Barrowman [[https://www.express.co.uk/showbiz/tv-radio/514256/John-Barrowman-naked-Arrow-Season-3 used to prank the actors]] by exposing himself to them between takes.


At a convention in 2014, Barrowman was [[https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/john-barrowman-doctor-who-noel-clarke-b1840218.html accused by]] former Series/DoctorWho costar Noel Clarke (Mickey Smith) of (again) regularly casually exposing his genitalia to co-stars and crew. He then went on to describe how Barrowman liked to physically touch people with his genitals, either by brushing up against their legs, or in one instance, walking up behind Camille Coduri (Jackie Tyler) while she was seated in her makeup chair and resting them on her shoulder for two minutes. When the panel moderator asked how Barrowman was allowed to get away with this sort of behaviour, Clarke, Coduri and Annette Badland (Margaret Blaine) all said Barrowman was "adorable", "light-hearted" and "non-threatening" (although Clarke did say that he believed Barrowman did not receive any backlash due to his sexuality). At another convention, Creator/EveMyles [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ugcHyk4VyEI told a story]] about how Barrowman had once come up behind her and stuck his genitals in her hair rollers while she was wearing them, and another time took a prop she was about to use and shoved it up his behind as a prank.

Speaking of conventions, there are ''many'' fan accounts and videos of him mooning people at conventions (like in [[https://twitter.com/attitudemag/status/664449490292711424 an infamous cast photo]] for Series/{{Arrow}}) as well as pulling down his pants to expose his underwear during interview panels while the audience reacts with cheers and applause. It's also a bit of a running gag for Barrowman and fans to (consensually) grope each other during photos.

In 2015, he sparked controversy following his posting of a video where he [[https://www.themarysue.com/john-barrowman-disappoints-trans-fans/ used a transphobic term]], although he has since made more of an effort to be supportive of the transgender community, including saying [[https://www.digitalspy.com/tv/a35665789/doctor-who-john-barrowman-trans-doctor-replacement/ he hoped]] the Doctor would one day be played by a transgender person.

In 2018, Barrowman was allegedly given a [[https://www.thesun.co.uk/tvandshowbiz/7779500/john-barrowman-no-flashing-im-a-celebrity/ warning]] by producers not to expose himself (or sing anything copyrighted) on the set of "I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!"

The whole situation reached its boiling point in May of 2021, following Clarke's own far more serious accusations of sexual harassment and inappropriate behaviour. Shortly afterwards, the clips of Barrowman's behaviour resurfaced, and new details of his behaviour emerged after two (female) former crew members [[https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2021/may/07/noel-clarke-accused-of-sexual-harassment-on-doctor-who-set spoke of how]] one of Barrowman's favourite pranks was to ask someone to come to speak with him, and then greet them with his genitals hanging out of his trousers (he allegedly found people's uncomfortable reactions hilarious), and in another notable instance he "slapped" the windshield of a crew member's car with his genitals. Both crew members made a point to say that while his behaviour had made them extremely uncomfortable, they had '''never''' felt unsafe with him, and that once David Tennant joined the show, he had been able to rein in Barrowman's behaviour somewhat.

Backlash was immediate, with [[https://www.thesun.co.uk/tv/14894868/itv-urged-to-axe-john-barrowman/ calls for him to be removed]] from his hosting role on ''Dancing On Ice'' (a [[https://www.digitalspy.com/tv/reality-tv/a36391123/dancing-on-ice-john-barrowman-return-allegations/ statement]] from that production said "[the show] is not in production at present, [and as] such, on-screen talent won't be attached for the forthcoming series until closer to the time"). Barrowman publicly apologized again, saying he did not remember the incidents mentioned in the new allegations, his intentions had only been to make people laugh, and he sincerely regretted having ever made anyone uncomfortable. A few days afterwards, it was announced that due to the controversy [[https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/sci-fi/john-barrowman-doctor-who-time-fracture-accusations-newsupdate/ he would be removed]] from the special ''Doctor Who: Time Fracture'' live event.

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It was during this time that Barrowman [[https://www.theguardian.com/media/2008/dec/02/bbc-radio exposed his genitalia]] during a live television interview on [=BBC1=], following the interviewer bringing up his habit of exposing his "willy" during interviews and parties[[note]]at one party Barrowman allegedly even used his genitals to play the piano[[/note]]. Barrowman promptly and happily obliged, pulling down his trousers in an attempt to expose his "fruit and nuts" - thankfully, nothing was caught on-camera, and both the interviewers and a spokesperson for [=BBC1=] apologised for the incident, saying "We do feel that the programme overstepped the mark. We acknowledge this and apologised at the end of the live programme." Barrowman himself later made a public apology, saying "I apologise for any offence I have caused. I was joining in the light-hearted and fun banter of the show and went too far. I was wrong to do this and it will never happen again. I really appreciate the great support I have received from the BBC over the last few years and would never intentionally do anything to undermine the integrity of the corporation."

During her time on Series/{{Torchwood}}, Creator/FreemaAgyeman [[https://www.digitalspy.com/showbiz/a90017/agyeman-stunned-by-barrowmans-quotchapquot/ spoke]] about how Barrowman had a habit of walking around with his genitals hanging out of his pants, saying that the regular cast seemed to find it normal behaviour and that it was "only the new people" who were "freaked out" by it. Creator/ElisabethSladen mentioned [[https://winteriscoming.net/2021/05/01/sexual-allegations-made-against-doctor-who-stars-rocks-uk-tv-industry/ during an interview]] "[He did not expose himself] to me. To everyone else, but not to me." Barrowman replied "Actually, I did get it out quite a few times, but she was looking the other way."

By this point, Julie Gardner (then executive producer of Series/{{Torchwood}}) had received a complaint about this behaviour and officially reprimanded Barrowman. She also spoke to other executive producers, Barrowman’s agent, and the head of BBC drama commissioning to "make it clear to both John and his agent that behaviour of this kind would not be tolerated […] To my knowledge, John’s inappropriate behaviour stopped thereafter". In a tribute video to Gardner and Russell T. Davies later that year, Creator/DavidTennant sang "Can’t block out, please lock out, images of Johnny B getting his cock out."

In 2010, he had a part on ''Series/DesperateHousewives'' as Patrick, a Neo-Terrorist, who had a rather "explosive" end.

end. In 2012, he appeared in the ComicBook/GreenArrow adaptation ''Series/{{Arrow}}'' in a recurring role as Malcolm Merlyn, the Dark Archer and leader of the Undertaking. He continues to appear on the show and [[Series/LegendsOfTomorrow its]] [[Series/TheFlash2014 spinoffs]], ping-ponging between omnipresent Big Bad and AntiVillain. According to Colton Haynes (Roy Harper) and Emily Bett Rickards (Felicity Smoak), Barrowman [[https://www.express.co.uk/showbiz/tv-radio/514256/John-Barrowman-naked-Arrow-Season-3 used to prank the actors]] by exposing himself to them between takes.


At a convention in 2014, Barrowman was [[https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/john-barrowman-doctor-who-noel-clarke-b1840218.html accused by]] former Series/DoctorWho costar Noel Clarke (Mickey Smith) of (again) regularly casually exposing his genitalia to co-stars and crew. He then went on to describe how Barrowman liked to physically touch people with his genitals, either by brushing up against their legs, or in one instance, walking up behind Camille Coduri (Jackie Tyler) while she was seated in her makeup chair and resting them on her shoulder for two minutes. When the panel moderator asked how Barrowman was allowed to get away with this sort of behaviour, Clarke, Coduri and Annette Badland (Margaret Blaine) all said Barrowman was "adorable", "light-hearted" and "non-threatening" (although Clarke did say that he believed Barrowman did not receive any backlash due to his sexuality). At another convention, Creator/EveMyles [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ugcHyk4VyEI told a story]] about how Barrowman had once come up behind her and stuck his genitals in her hair rollers while she was wearing them, and another time took a prop she was about to use and shoved it up his behind as a prank.

Speaking of conventions, there are ''many'' fan accounts and videos of him mooning people at conventions (like in [[https://twitter.com/attitudemag/status/664449490292711424 an infamous cast photo]] for Series/{{Arrow}}) as well as pulling down his pants to expose his underwear during interview panels while the audience reacts with cheers and applause. It's also a bit of a running gag for Barrowman and fans to (consensually) grope each other during photos.

In 2015, he sparked controversy following his posting of a video where he [[https://www.themarysue.com/john-barrowman-disappoints-trans-fans/ used a transphobic term]], although he has since made more of an effort to be supportive of the transgender community, including saying [[https://www.digitalspy.com/tv/a35665789/doctor-who-john-barrowman-trans-doctor-replacement/ he hoped]] the Doctor would one day be played by a transgender person.

In 2018, Barrowman was allegedly given a [[https://www.thesun.co.uk/tvandshowbiz/7779500/john-barrowman-no-flashing-im-a-celebrity/ warning]] by producers not to expose himself (or sing anything copyrighted) on the set of "I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!"

The whole situation reached its boiling point in May of 2021, following Clarke's own far more serious accusations of sexual harassment and inappropriate behaviour. Shortly afterwards, the clips of Barrowman's behaviour resurfaced, and new details of his behaviour emerged after two (female) former crew members [[https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2021/may/07/noel-clarke-accused-of-sexual-harassment-on-doctor-who-set spoke of how]] one of Barrowman's favourite pranks was to ask someone to come to speak with him, and then greet them with his genitals hanging out of his trousers (he allegedly found people's uncomfortable reactions hilarious), and in another notable instance he "slapped" the windshield of a crew member's car with his genitals. Both crew members made a point to say that while his behaviour had made them extremely uncomfortable, they had '''never''' felt unsafe with him, and that once David Tennant joined the show, he had been able to rein in Barrowman's behaviour somewhat.

Backlash was immediate, with [[https://www.thesun.co.uk/tv/14894868/itv-urged-to-axe-john-barrowman/ calls for him to be removed]] from his hosting role on ''Dancing On Ice'' (a [[https://www.digitalspy.com/tv/reality-tv/a36391123/dancing-on-ice-john-barrowman-return-allegations/ statement]] from that production said "[the show] is not in production at present, [and as] such, on-screen talent won't be attached for the forthcoming series until closer to the time"). Barrowman publicly apologized again, saying he did not remember the incidents mentioned in the new allegations, his intentions had only been to make people laugh, and he sincerely regretted having ever made anyone uncomfortable. A few days afterwards, it was announced that due to the controversy [[https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/sci-fi/john-barrowman-doctor-who-time-fracture-accusations-newsupdate/ he would be removed]] from the special ''Doctor Who: Time Fracture'' live event.
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* RoleEndingMisdemeanor: His long-running controversial habit of frequently exposing himself to co-stars and touching them with his genitalia caused him to be [[https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/sci-fi/john-barrowman-doctor-who-time-fracture-accusations-newsupdate/ removed]] from a Series/DoctorWho event, and time will tell if there will be any other repercussions.

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* RoleEndingMisdemeanor: His controversial habit of frequently exposing himself to co-stars and touching them with his genitalia caused him to be [[https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/sci-fi/john-barrowman-doctor-who-time-fracture-accusations-newsupdate/ removed]] from a Series/DoctorWho event, and time will tell if there will be any other repercussions.
** It's worth noting that his former co-star Gareth David-Lloyd (Ianto Jones) stepped forwards to [[https://www.thesun.co.uk/tv/14900012/john-barrowman-defended-exposing-torchwood-co-star/ defend Barrowman]], saying:
-->"In my experience on Torchwood, John's behaviour on set was always meant to entertain, make people laugh and keep their spirits and energy high on what were sometimes very long working days. It maybe that because we were so close as a cast that professional lines were sometimes blurred in the excitement – I was too inexperienced to know any different but we were always laughing. The John I knew on set would have never behaved in a way he thought was affecting someone negatively. From what I know of him that is not his nature. He was a whirlwind of positive energy, always very generous, kind and a wonderfully supportive lead actor to have at the helm of the show."

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* RoleEndingMisdemeanor: His long-running controversial habit of frequently exposing himself to co-stars and touching them with his genitalia caused him to be [[https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/sci-fi/john-barrowman-doctor-who-time-fracture-accusations-newsupdate/ removed]] from a Series/DoctorWho event, and time will tell if there will be any other repercussions.
** It's worth noting that his former co-star Gareth David-Lloyd (Ianto Jones) stepped forwards to [[https://www.thesun.co.uk/tv/14900012/john-barrowman-defended-exposing-torchwood-co-star/ defend Barrowman]], saying:
-->"In my experience on Torchwood, John's behaviour on set was always meant to entertain, make people laugh and keep their spirits and energy high on what were sometimes very long working days. It maybe that because we were so close as a cast that professional lines were sometimes blurred in the excitement – I was too inexperienced to know any different but we were always laughing. The John I knew on set would have never behaved in a way he thought was affecting someone negatively. From what I know of him that is not his nature. He was a whirlwind of positive energy, always very generous, kind and a wonderfully supportive lead actor to have at the helm of the show."
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At a convention in 2014, Barrowman was [[https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/john-barrowman-doctor-who-noel-clarke-b1840218.html accused by]] former Series/DoctorWho costar Noel Clarke (Mickey Smith) of (again) regularly casually exposing his genitalia to co-stars and crew. He then went on to describe how Barrowman liked to physically touch people with his genitals, either by brushing up against their legs, or in one instance, walking up behind Camille Coduri (Jackie Tyler) while she was seated in her makeup chair and resting them on her shoulder for two minutes. When the panel moderator asked how Barrowman was allowed to get away with this sort of behaviour, Clarke, Coduri and Annette Badland (Margaret Blaine) all said Barrowman was "adorable", "light-hearted" and "non-threatening" (although Clarke did say that he believed Barrowman did not receive any backlash due to his sexuality). At another convention, Creator/EveMyles [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ugcHyk4VyEI told a story]] about how Barrowman had once come up behind her and stuck his genitals in her hair rollers while she was wearing them, and another time when he took a prop she was about to use and shoved it up his behind as a prank.

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At a convention in 2014, Barrowman was [[https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/john-barrowman-doctor-who-noel-clarke-b1840218.html accused by]] former Series/DoctorWho costar Noel Clarke (Mickey Smith) of (again) regularly casually exposing his genitalia to co-stars and crew. He then went on to describe how Barrowman liked to physically touch people with his genitals, either by brushing up against their legs, or in one instance, walking up behind Camille Coduri (Jackie Tyler) while she was seated in her makeup chair and resting them on her shoulder for two minutes. When the panel moderator asked how Barrowman was allowed to get away with this sort of behaviour, Clarke, Coduri and Annette Badland (Margaret Blaine) all said Barrowman was "adorable", "light-hearted" and "non-threatening" (although Clarke did say that he believed Barrowman did not receive any backlash due to his sexuality). At another convention, Creator/EveMyles [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ugcHyk4VyEI told a story]] about how Barrowman had once come up behind her and stuck his genitals in her hair rollers while she was wearing them, and another time when he took a prop she was about to use and shoved it up his behind as a prank.
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The whole situation reached its boiling point in May of 2021, following Clarke's own far more serious accusations of sexual harassment and inappropriate behaviour. Shortly afterwards, the clips of Barrowman's behaviour resurfaced, and new allegations were made by two former crew members, [[https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2021/may/07/noel-clarke-accused-of-sexual-harassment-on-doctor-who-set who claimed]] Barrowman habitually exposed his genitalia to anyone and everyone, with one of his favourite pranks being to ask someone to come to speak with him, and then greeting them with his genitals hanging out of his trousers (he allegedly found people's uncomfortable reactions hilarious), and in one notable instance placed his genitals on the windshield of a crew member's car. Both crew members made a point to say that while his behaviour had made them extremely uncomfortable, they had '''never''' felt unsafe with him, and that once David Tennant joined the show, he had been able to rein in Barrowman's behaviour somewhat.

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The whole situation reached its boiling point in May of 2021, following Clarke's own far more serious accusations of sexual harassment and inappropriate behaviour. Shortly afterwards, the clips of Barrowman's behaviour resurfaced, and new allegations were made by details of his behaviour emerged after two (female) former crew members, members [[https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2021/may/07/noel-clarke-accused-of-sexual-harassment-on-doctor-who-set who claimed]] Barrowman habitually exposed his genitalia to anyone and everyone, with spoke of how]] one of his Barrowman's favourite pranks being was to ask someone to come to speak with him, and then greeting greet them with his genitals hanging out of his trousers (he allegedly found people's uncomfortable reactions hilarious), and in one another notable instance placed his genitals on he "slapped" the windshield of a crew member's car.car with his genitals. Both crew members made a point to say that while his behaviour had made them extremely uncomfortable, they had '''never''' felt unsafe with him, and that once David Tennant joined the show, he had been able to rein in Barrowman's behaviour somewhat.

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In 2012, he appeared in the ComicBook/GreenArrow adaptation ''Series/{{Arrow}}'' in a recurring role as Malcolm Merlyn, the Dark Archer and leader of the Undertaking. He continues to appear on the show and [[Series/LegendsOfTomorrow its]] [[Series/TheFlash2014 spinoffs]], ping-ponging between omnipresent Big Bad and AntiVillain.

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In 2012, he appeared in the ComicBook/GreenArrow adaptation ''Series/{{Arrow}}'' in a recurring role as Malcolm Merlyn, the Dark Archer and leader of the Undertaking. He continues to appear on the show and [[Series/LegendsOfTomorrow its]] [[Series/TheFlash2014 spinoffs]], ping-ponging between omnipresent Big Bad and AntiVillain.
AntiVillain. According to Colton Haynes (Roy Harper) and Emily Bett Rickards (Felicity Smoak), Barrowman [[https://www.express.co.uk/showbiz/tv-radio/514256/John-Barrowman-naked-Arrow-Season-3 used to prank the actors]] by exposing himself to them between takes.




In another 2014 interview, Series/{{Arrow}} stars Colton Haynes (Roy Harper) and Emily Bett Rickards (Felicity Smoak) [[https://www.express.co.uk/showbiz/tv-radio/514256/John-Barrowman-naked-Arrow-Season-3 spoke about]] how Barrowman would often prank the cast by flashing them between scenes, which surprised the interviewer.



In May of 2021, following Clarke's own far more serious accusations of sexual harassment and inappropriate behaviour, the clips of Barrowman's behaviour resurfaced, and new allegations were made. [[https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2021/may/07/noel-clarke-accused-of-sexual-harassment-on-doctor-who-set Two crew members]] claimed he would repeatedly flash his genitalia to anyone and everyone, including calling someone to come speak to him, and then greeting them with his genitals hanging out of his trousers (he allegedly found people's uncomfortable reactions hilarious), and in one instance placing them on the windshield of a crew member's car. Both crew members made a point to say that while his behaviour had made them extremely uncomfortable, they had '''never''' felt unsafe with him, and that once David Tennant joined the show, he had been able to rein in Barrowman's behaviour somewhat.

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In The whole situation reached its boiling point in May of 2021, following Clarke's own far more serious accusations of sexual harassment and inappropriate behaviour, behaviour. Shortly afterwards, the clips of Barrowman's behaviour resurfaced, and new allegations were made. made by two former crew members, [[https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2021/may/07/noel-clarke-accused-of-sexual-harassment-on-doctor-who-set Two crew members]] claimed he would repeatedly flash who claimed]] Barrowman habitually exposed his genitalia to anyone and everyone, including calling with one of his favourite pranks being to ask someone to come to speak to with him, and then greeting them with his genitals hanging out of his trousers (he allegedly found people's uncomfortable reactions hilarious), and in one notable instance placing them placed his genitals on the windshield of a crew member's car. Both crew members made a point to say that while his behaviour had made them extremely uncomfortable, they had '''never''' felt unsafe with him, and that once David Tennant joined the show, he had been able to rein in Barrowman's behaviour somewhat.

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In 2012, he appeared in the ComicBook/GreenArrow adaptation ''Series/{{Arrow}}'' as the [[ArcVillain Season One]] BigBad, Malcolm Merlyn, the Dark Archer and leader of the Undertaking. He continues to recur on the show and [[Series/LegendsOfTomorrow its]] [[Series/TheFlash2014 spinoffs]], ping-ponging between omnipresent Big Bad and AntiVillain.

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In 2012, he appeared in the ComicBook/GreenArrow adaptation ''Series/{{Arrow}}'' ''Series/{{Arrow}}'' in a recurring role as the [[ArcVillain Season One]] BigBad, Malcolm Merlyn, the Dark Archer and leader of the Undertaking. He continues to recur appear on the show and [[Series/LegendsOfTomorrow its]] [[Series/TheFlash2014 spinoffs]], ping-ponging between omnipresent Big Bad and AntiVillain.
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In another 2014 interview, Series/{{Arrow}} stars Colton Haynes (Roy Harper) and Emily Bett Rickards (Felicity Smoak) [[https://www.express.co.uk/showbiz/tv-radio/514256/John-Barrowman-naked-Arrow-Season-3 spoke about]] how Barrowman would often prank the cast by flashing them between scenes, which surprised the interviewer.
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In 2015, he sparked controversy following his posting of a video where he [[https://www.themarysue.com/john-barrowman-disappoints-trans-fans/ used a transphobic term]] -[[spoiler:tranny-tastic]] - although he has since made more of an effort to be supportive of the transgender community, including saying [[https://www.digitalspy.com/tv/a35665789/doctor-who-john-barrowman-trans-doctor-replacement/ he hoped]] the Doctor would one day be played by a transgender person.

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In 2015, he sparked controversy following his posting of a video where he [[https://www.themarysue.com/john-barrowman-disappoints-trans-fans/ used a transphobic term]] -[[spoiler:tranny-tastic]] - term]], although he has since made more of an effort to be supportive of the transgender community, including saying [[https://www.digitalspy.com/tv/a35665789/doctor-who-john-barrowman-trans-doctor-replacement/ he hoped]] the Doctor would one day be played by a transgender person.

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Speaking of conventions, there are ''many'' fan accounts and videos of him mooning people at conventions (like in [[https://twitter.com/attitudemag/status/664449490292711424 an infamous cast photo]] for Series/{{Arrow}}) as well as pulling down his pants to expose his underwear during interview panels. It was also a bit of a running gag for Barrowman and fans to (consensually) grope each other during photos.

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Speaking of conventions, there are ''many'' fan accounts and videos of him mooning people at conventions (like in [[https://twitter.com/attitudemag/status/664449490292711424 an infamous cast photo]] for Series/{{Arrow}}) as well as pulling down his pants to expose his underwear during interview panels. It was panels while the audience reacts with cheers and applause. It's also a bit of a running gag for Barrowman and fans to (consensually) grope each other during photos.
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In 2015, he sparked controversy following his posting of a video where he [[https://www.themarysue.com/john-barrowman-disappoints-trans-fans/ used a transphobic term]] -[[spoiler:tranny-tastic]] - although he has since made more of an effort to be supportive of the transgender community, including saying [[https://www.digitalspy.com/tv/a35665789/doctor-who-john-barrowman-trans-doctor-replacement/ he hoped]] the Doctor would one day be played by a transgender person.



Backlash was swift and intense, with [[https://www.thesun.co.uk/tv/14894868/itv-urged-to-axe-john-barrowman/ calls for him to be removed]] from his hosting role on ''Dancing On Ice'' (a [[https://www.digitalspy.com/tv/reality-tv/a36391123/dancing-on-ice-john-barrowman-return-allegations/ statement]] from that production said "[the show] is not in production at present, [and as] such, on-screen talent won't be attached for the forthcoming series until closer to the time"). Barrowman publicly apologized again, saying he did not remember the incidents mentioned in the new allegations, his intentions had only been to make people laugh, and he sincerely regretted having ever made anyone uncomfortable. A few days afterwards, it was announced that due to the controversy [[https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/sci-fi/john-barrowman-doctor-who-time-fracture-accusations-newsupdate/ he would be removed]] from the special ''Doctor Who: Time Fracture'' live event.

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Backlash was swift and intense, immediate, with [[https://www.thesun.co.uk/tv/14894868/itv-urged-to-axe-john-barrowman/ calls for him to be removed]] from his hosting role on ''Dancing On Ice'' (a [[https://www.digitalspy.com/tv/reality-tv/a36391123/dancing-on-ice-john-barrowman-return-allegations/ statement]] from that production said "[the show] is not in production at present, [and as] such, on-screen talent won't be attached for the forthcoming series until closer to the time"). Barrowman publicly apologized again, saying he did not remember the incidents mentioned in the new allegations, his intentions had only been to make people laugh, and he sincerely regretted having ever made anyone uncomfortable. A few days afterwards, it was announced that due to the controversy [[https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/sci-fi/john-barrowman-doctor-who-time-fracture-accusations-newsupdate/ he would be removed]] from the special ''Doctor Who: Time Fracture'' live event.
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At a convention in 2014, Barrowman was [[https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/john-barrowman-doctor-who-noel-clarke-b1840218.html accused by]] former Series/DoctorWho costar Noel Clarke (Mickey Smith) of (again) regularly casually exposing his genitalia to co-stars and crew. He then went on to describe how Barrowman liked to physically touch people with his genitals, either by brushing up against their legs, or in one instance, walking up behind Camille Coduri (Jackie Tyler) while she was seated in her makeup chair and resting them on her shoulder for two minutes. When the panel moderator asked how Barrowman was allowed to get away with this sort of behaviour, Clarke, Coduri and Annette Badland (Margaret Blaine) all said Barrowman was "adorable", "light-hearted" and "non-threatening" (although Clarke did say that he believed Barrowman did not receive any backlash due to his sexuality).

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At a convention in 2014, Barrowman was [[https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/john-barrowman-doctor-who-noel-clarke-b1840218.html accused by]] former Series/DoctorWho costar Noel Clarke (Mickey Smith) of (again) regularly casually exposing his genitalia to co-stars and crew. He then went on to describe how Barrowman liked to physically touch people with his genitals, either by brushing up against their legs, or in one instance, walking up behind Camille Coduri (Jackie Tyler) while she was seated in her makeup chair and resting them on her shoulder for two minutes. When the panel moderator asked how Barrowman was allowed to get away with this sort of behaviour, Clarke, Coduri and Annette Badland (Margaret Blaine) all said Barrowman was "adorable", "light-hearted" and "non-threatening" (although Clarke did say that he believed Barrowman did not receive any backlash due to his sexuality). \n At another convention, Creator/EveMyles [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ugcHyk4VyEI told a story]] about how Barrowman had once come up behind her and stuck his genitals in her hair rollers while she was wearing them, and another time when he took a prop she was about to use and shoved it up his behind as a prank.

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Backlash was swift and intense, with [[https://www.thesun.co.uk/tv/14894868/itv-urged-to-axe-john-barrowman/ calls for him to be removed]] from his hosting role on ''Dancing On Ice'' (a [[https://www.digitalspy.com/tv/reality-tv/a36391123/dancing-on-ice-john-barrowman-return-allegations/ statement]] from that production said "[the show] is not in production at present, [and as] such, on-screen talent won't be attached for the forthcoming series until closer to the time"). Barrowman publicly apologized again, saying he did not remember the incidents mentioned in the new allegations, his intentions had only been to make people laugh, and he sincerely regretted having ever made anyone uncomfortable. A few days afterwards, it was announced that due to the controversy [[https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/sci-fi/john-barrowman-doctor-who-time-fracture-accusations-newsupdate/ he would be removed]] from the special ''Doctor Who: Time Fracture'' live event. Around this time, fans brought up how Creator/ChristopherEccleston has always been very open about his dislike of Barrowman, calling him a "prick", and [[https://www.thethings.com/doctor-who-fans-are-furious-over-noel-clarkes-sexual-harassment-allegations/ fans to speculated]] that Barrowman's antics may have played a significant role in the far more serious and taciturn Eccleston's decision to step down after only one season (it is important to note, however, that Eccleston had his own struggles going on at the time, which he has [[https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/sci-fi/doctor-who-christopher-eccleston-russell-t-davies/ spoken]] [[https://www.looper.com/193812/the-real-reason-christopher-eccleston-left-doctor-who-after-one-season/ about]]). Barrowman has also been open about his dislike of Eccleston in return, saying he was a "[[https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E0UGYgcXEAs-rXG?format=jpg&name=large grumpy, intense and miserable]]" person who was difficult to work with.

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Backlash was swift and intense, with [[https://www.thesun.co.uk/tv/14894868/itv-urged-to-axe-john-barrowman/ calls for him to be removed]] from his hosting role on ''Dancing On Ice'' (a [[https://www.digitalspy.com/tv/reality-tv/a36391123/dancing-on-ice-john-barrowman-return-allegations/ statement]] from that production said "[the show] is not in production at present, [and as] such, on-screen talent won't be attached for the forthcoming series until closer to the time"). Barrowman publicly apologized again, saying he did not remember the incidents mentioned in the new allegations, his intentions had only been to make people laugh, and he sincerely regretted having ever made anyone uncomfortable. A few days afterwards, it was announced that due to the controversy [[https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/sci-fi/john-barrowman-doctor-who-time-fracture-accusations-newsupdate/ he would be removed]] from the special ''Doctor Who: Time Fracture'' live event. Around this time, fans brought up how Creator/ChristopherEccleston has always been very open about his dislike of Barrowman, calling him a "prick", and [[https://www.thethings.com/doctor-who-fans-are-furious-over-noel-clarkes-sexual-harassment-allegations/ fans to speculated]] that Barrowman's antics may have played a significant role in the far more serious and taciturn Eccleston's decision to step down after only one season (it is important to note, however, that Eccleston had his own struggles going on at the time, which he has [[https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/sci-fi/doctor-who-christopher-eccleston-russell-t-davies/ spoken]] [[https://www.looper.com/193812/the-real-reason-christopher-eccleston-left-doctor-who-after-one-season/ about]]). Barrowman has also been open about his dislike of Eccleston in return, saying he was a "[[https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E0UGYgcXEAs-rXG?format=jpg&name=large grumpy, intense and miserable]]" person who was difficult to work with.
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He's openly gay, though he acknowledges women can be attractive (even if he dislikes the idea of sex with them)[[note]]In his memoir ''Anything Goes'', he remarks that a female college friend of his was "absolutely gorgeous", then in a footnote says, "I'm gay, not blind."[[/note]]. He and his long-term partner Scott Gill were joined in a [[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Civil_partnerships_in_the_United_Kingdom civil partnership]] on 27 December 2006 and got married in the state of California on 2 July 2013 (incidentally, Barrowman has stated that he took one look at Scott and [[LoveAtFirstSight knew he was the one]]). He was actually considered for the role of Will from ''Series/WillAndGrace'', but since RealityIsUnrealistic, he wasn't considered "[[StereotypeGay gay enough]]" by producers and the role was given to a straight actor. His appeal has reached the level of internet memes, both as a sex symbol and in original flavor. Thanks to an appearance by Creator/DavidTennant on ''Series/NeverMindTheBuzzcocks'', it's become standard procedure for Whovians to blame any random thing that's bothering them on BARROWMAN! *shakes fist*

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He's openly gay, though he acknowledges women can be attractive (even if he dislikes the idea of sex with them)[[note]]In his memoir ''Anything Goes'', he remarks that a female college friend of his was "absolutely gorgeous", then in a footnote says, "I'm gay, not blind."[[/note]]. He and his long-term partner Scott Gill were joined in a [[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Civil_partnerships_in_the_United_Kingdom civil partnership]] on 27 December 2006 and got married in the state of California on 2 July 2013 (incidentally, Barrowman has stated that he took one look at Scott and [[LoveAtFirstSight knew he was the one]]). He was actually considered for the role of Will from ''Series/WillAndGrace'', but since RealityIsUnrealistic, he wasn't considered "[[StereotypeGay gay enough]]" by producers and the role was given to a straight actor.

His appeal has reached the level of internet memes, both as a sex symbol and in original flavor. Thanks to an appearance by Creator/DavidTennant on ''Series/NeverMindTheBuzzcocks'', it's become standard procedure for Whovians to blame any random thing that's bothering them on BARROWMAN! *shakes fist*

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In 2018, Barrowman was allegedly given a [[https://www.thesun.co.uk/tvandshowbiz/7779500/john-barrowman-no-flashing-im-a-celebrity/ warning]] by producers not to expose himself (or sing anything copyrighted) on the set of "I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!" There are also ''many'' fan accounts and videos of him mooning people at conventions (like in [[https://twitter.com/attitudemag/status/664449490292711424 an infamous cast photo]] for Series/{{Arrow}}) as well as pulling down his pants to expose his underwear during interview panels.

In May of 2021, following Clarke's own far more serious accusations of sexual harassment and inappropriate behaviour, the clips of Barrowman's behaviour resurfaced, and new allegations were made. [[https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2021/may/07/noel-clarke-accused-of-sexual-harassment-on-doctor-who-set Two crew members]] claimed he would repeatedly flash his genitalia to anyone and everyone, including calling someone to come speak to him, and then greeting them with his genitals hanging out of his trousers (he allegedly found people's uncomfortable reactions hilarious), and in one instance placing them on the windshield of a crew member's car. Both crew members made a point to say that while his behaviour had made them extremely uncomfortable, they had '''never''' felt unsafe with him, and that once David Tennant joined the show, he had been able to rein Barrowman's behaviour in somewhat.

Backlash was swift and intense, with [[https://www.thesun.co.uk/tv/14894868/itv-urged-to-axe-john-barrowman/ calls for him to be removed]] from his hosting role on ''Dancing On Ice'' (a [[https://www.digitalspy.com/tv/reality-tv/a36391123/dancing-on-ice-john-barrowman-return-allegations/ statement]] from that production said "[the show] is not in production at present, [and as] such, on-screen talent won't be attached for the forthcoming series until closer to the time"). Barrowman publicly apologized again, saying he did not remember the incidents mentioned in the new allegations, his intentions had only been to make people laugh, and he sincerely regretted having ever made anyone uncomfortable. A few days afterwards, it was announced that due to the controversy [[https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/sci-fi/john-barrowman-doctor-who-time-fracture-accusations-newsupdate/ he would be removed]] from the special ''Doctor Who: Time Fracture'' live event.

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Speaking of conventions, there are ''many'' fan accounts and videos of him mooning people at conventions (like in [[https://twitter.com/attitudemag/status/664449490292711424 an infamous cast photo]] for Series/{{Arrow}}) as well as pulling down his pants to expose his underwear during interview panels. It was also a bit of a running gag for Barrowman and fans to (consensually) grope each other during photos.

In 2018, Barrowman was allegedly given a [[https://www.thesun.co.uk/tvandshowbiz/7779500/john-barrowman-no-flashing-im-a-celebrity/ warning]] by producers not to expose himself (or sing anything copyrighted) on the set of "I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!" There are also ''many'' fan accounts and videos of him mooning people at conventions (like in [[https://twitter.com/attitudemag/status/664449490292711424 an infamous cast photo]] for Series/{{Arrow}}) as well as pulling down his pants to expose his underwear during interview panels.

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In May of 2021, following Clarke's own far more serious accusations of sexual harassment and inappropriate behaviour, the clips of Barrowman's behaviour resurfaced, and new allegations were made. [[https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2021/may/07/noel-clarke-accused-of-sexual-harassment-on-doctor-who-set Two crew members]] claimed he would repeatedly flash his genitalia to anyone and everyone, including calling someone to come speak to him, and then greeting them with his genitals hanging out of his trousers (he allegedly found people's uncomfortable reactions hilarious), and in one instance placing them on the windshield of a crew member's car. Both crew members made a point to say that while his behaviour had made them extremely uncomfortable, they had '''never''' felt unsafe with him, and that once David Tennant joined the show, he had been able to rein in Barrowman's behaviour in somewhat.

Backlash was swift and intense, with [[https://www.thesun.co.uk/tv/14894868/itv-urged-to-axe-john-barrowman/ calls for him to be removed]] from his hosting role on ''Dancing On Ice'' (a [[https://www.digitalspy.com/tv/reality-tv/a36391123/dancing-on-ice-john-barrowman-return-allegations/ statement]] from that production said "[the show] is not in production at present, [and as] such, on-screen talent won't be attached for the forthcoming series until closer to the time"). Barrowman publicly apologized again, saying he did not remember the incidents mentioned in the new allegations, his intentions had only been to make people laugh, and he sincerely regretted having ever made anyone uncomfortable. A few days afterwards, it was announced that due to the controversy [[https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/sci-fi/john-barrowman-doctor-who-time-fracture-accusations-newsupdate/ he would be removed]] from the special ''Doctor Who: Time Fracture'' live event. \n Around this time, fans brought up how Creator/ChristopherEccleston has always been very open about his dislike of Barrowman, calling him a "prick", and [[https://www.thethings.com/doctor-who-fans-are-furious-over-noel-clarkes-sexual-harassment-allegations/ fans to speculated]] that Barrowman's antics may have played a significant role in the far more serious and taciturn Eccleston's decision to step down after only one season (it is important to note, however, that Eccleston had his own struggles going on at the time, which he has [[https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/sci-fi/doctor-who-christopher-eccleston-russell-t-davies/ spoken]] [[https://www.looper.com/193812/the-real-reason-christopher-eccleston-left-doctor-who-after-one-season/ about]]). Barrowman has also been open about his dislike of Eccleston in return, saying he was a "[[https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E0UGYgcXEAs-rXG?format=jpg&name=large grumpy, intense and miserable]]" person who was difficult to work with.
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During her time on Series/{{Torchwood}}, Creator/FreemaAgyeman [[https://www.digitalspy.com/showbiz/a90017/agyeman-stunned-by-barrowmans-quotchapquot/ spoke]] about how Barrowman's had a habit of walking around with his genitals hanging out of his pants, and that it was "only the new people" who were "freaked out" by it. Creator/ElisabethSladen mentioned [[https://winteriscoming.net/2021/05/01/sexual-allegations-made-against-doctor-who-stars-rocks-uk-tv-industry/ during an interview]] "[He did not expose himself] to me. To everyone else, but not to me." Barrowman replied "Actually, I did get it out quite a few times, but she was looking the other way."

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During her time on Series/{{Torchwood}}, Creator/FreemaAgyeman [[https://www.digitalspy.com/showbiz/a90017/agyeman-stunned-by-barrowmans-quotchapquot/ spoke]] about how Barrowman's Barrowman had a habit of walking around with his genitals hanging out of his pants, saying that the regular cast seemed to find it normal behaviour and that it was "only the new people" who were "freaked out" by it. Creator/ElisabethSladen mentioned [[https://winteriscoming.net/2021/05/01/sexual-allegations-made-against-doctor-who-stars-rocks-uk-tv-industry/ during an interview]] "[He did not expose himself] to me. To everyone else, but not to me." Barrowman replied "Actually, I did get it out quite a few times, but she was looking the other way."
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It was during this time that Barrowman [[https://www.theguardian.com/media/2008/dec/02/bbc-radio exposed his genitalia]] during a live television interview on [=BBC1=], following the interviewer bringing up his habit of exposing his "willy" during interviews and parties[[note]]at one party Barrowman allegedly even used his penis to play the piano[[/note]]. Barrowman promptly and happily obliged, pulling down his trousers in an attempt to expose his "fruit and nuts" - thankfully, nothing was caught on-camera, and both the interviewers and a spokesperson for [=BBC1=] apologised for the incident, saying "We do feel that the programme overstepped the mark. We acknowledge this and apologised at the end of the live programme." Barrowman himself later made a public apology, saying "I apologise for any offence I have caused. I was joining in the light-hearted and fun banter of the show and went too far. I was wrong to do this and it will never happen again. I really appreciate the great support I have received from the BBC over the last few years and would never intentionally do anything to undermine the integrity of the corporation."

During her time on Series/{{Torchwood}}, Creator/FreemaAgyeman [[https://www.digitalspy.com/showbiz/a90017/agyeman-stunned-by-barrowmans-quotchapquot/ spoke]] about Barrowman's "[walking] about with his [penis] hanging out, having conversations with people... everyone would just be talking to him normally and it would only be the new people, such as myself, that would be freaked out". Creator/ElisabethSladen mentioned [[https://winteriscoming.net/2021/05/01/sexual-allegations-made-against-doctor-who-stars-rocks-uk-tv-industry/ during an interview]] "[He did not expose himself] to me. To everyone else, but not to me." Barrowman replied "Actually, I did get it out quite a few times, but she was looking the other way."

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It was during this time that Barrowman [[https://www.theguardian.com/media/2008/dec/02/bbc-radio exposed his genitalia]] during a live television interview on [=BBC1=], following the interviewer bringing up his habit of exposing his "willy" during interviews and parties[[note]]at one party Barrowman allegedly even used his penis genitals to play the piano[[/note]]. Barrowman promptly and happily obliged, pulling down his trousers in an attempt to expose his "fruit and nuts" - thankfully, nothing was caught on-camera, and both the interviewers and a spokesperson for [=BBC1=] apologised for the incident, saying "We do feel that the programme overstepped the mark. We acknowledge this and apologised at the end of the live programme." Barrowman himself later made a public apology, saying "I apologise for any offence I have caused. I was joining in the light-hearted and fun banter of the show and went too far. I was wrong to do this and it will never happen again. I really appreciate the great support I have received from the BBC over the last few years and would never intentionally do anything to undermine the integrity of the corporation."

During her time on Series/{{Torchwood}}, Creator/FreemaAgyeman [[https://www.digitalspy.com/showbiz/a90017/agyeman-stunned-by-barrowmans-quotchapquot/ spoke]] about how Barrowman's "[walking] about had a habit of walking around with his [penis] genitals hanging out, having conversations with people... everyone would just be talking to him normally out of his pants, and that it would only be was "only the new people, such as myself, that would be freaked out".people" who were "freaked out" by it. Creator/ElisabethSladen mentioned [[https://winteriscoming.net/2021/05/01/sexual-allegations-made-against-doctor-who-stars-rocks-uk-tv-industry/ during an interview]] "[He did not expose himself] to me. To everyone else, but not to me." Barrowman replied "Actually, I did get it out quite a few times, but she was looking the other way."



At a convention in 2014, Barrowman was [[https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/john-barrowman-doctor-who-noel-clarke-b1840218.html accused by]] former Series/DoctorWho costar Noel Clarke (Mickey Smith) of (again) repeatedly exposing his genitalia to co-stars and crew, saying "Barrowman's there taking his dick out every five seconds, just hitting it on everything [...] You can’t help but laugh… he was using [the set] as a drum kit." He then went on to describe how Barrowman liked to physically touch people with his genitals, either by brushing up against their legs, or in one instance, walking up behind Camille Coduri (Jackie Tyler) while she was seated in her makeup chair and resting his penis on her shoulder for two minutes. When the panel moderator asked how Barrowman was allowed to get away with this sort of behaviour, Clarke, Coduri and Annette Badland (Margaret Blaine) all said Barrowman was "adorable", "light-hearted" and "non-threatening" (although Clarke did say that he believed Barrowman did not receive any backlash due to his sexuality).

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At a convention in 2014, Barrowman was [[https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/john-barrowman-doctor-who-noel-clarke-b1840218.html accused by]] former Series/DoctorWho costar Noel Clarke (Mickey Smith) of (again) repeatedly regularly casually exposing his genitalia to co-stars and crew, saying "Barrowman's there taking his dick out every five seconds, just hitting it on everything [...] You can’t help but laugh… he was using [the set] as a drum kit." crew. He then went on to describe how Barrowman liked to physically touch people with his genitals, either by brushing up against their legs, or in one instance, walking up behind Camille Coduri (Jackie Tyler) while she was seated in her makeup chair and resting his penis them on her shoulder for two minutes. When the panel moderator asked how Barrowman was allowed to get away with this sort of behaviour, Clarke, Coduri and Annette Badland (Margaret Blaine) all said Barrowman was "adorable", "light-hearted" and "non-threatening" (although Clarke did say that he believed Barrowman did not receive any backlash due to his sexuality).



In May of 2021, following Clarke's own far more serious accusations of sexual harassment and inappropriate behaviour, the clips of Barrowman's behaviour resurfaced, and new allegations were made. [[https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2021/may/07/noel-clarke-accused-of-sexual-harassment-on-doctor-who-set Two crew members]] claimed he would repeatedly flash his genitalia to anyone and everyone, including calling someone into the room and then greeting them with his genitals hanging out of his trousers (Barrowman allegedly found people's uncomfortable reactions hilarious), and in one instance slapping the windshield of a crew member's car with his penis. Both crew members made a point to say that while his behaviour had made them extremely uncomfortable, they had '''never''' felt unsafe with him, and that once David Tennant joined the show, he had been able to rein Barrowman's behaviour in somewhat.

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In May of 2021, following Clarke's own far more serious accusations of sexual harassment and inappropriate behaviour, the clips of Barrowman's behaviour resurfaced, and new allegations were made. [[https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2021/may/07/noel-clarke-accused-of-sexual-harassment-on-doctor-who-set Two crew members]] claimed he would repeatedly flash his genitalia to anyone and everyone, including calling someone into the room to come speak to him, and then greeting them with his genitals hanging out of his trousers (Barrowman (he allegedly found people's uncomfortable reactions hilarious), and in one instance slapping placing them on the windshield of a crew member's car with his penis.car. Both crew members made a point to say that while his behaviour had made them extremely uncomfortable, they had '''never''' felt unsafe with him, and that once David Tennant joined the show, he had been able to rein Barrowman's behaviour in somewhat.
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At a convention in 2014, Barrowman was [[https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/john-barrowman-doctor-who-noel-clarke-b1840218.html accused by]] former Series/DoctorWho costar Noel Clarke (Mickey Smith) of (again) repeatedly exposing his genitalia to co-stars and crew, saying "[[He has his dick out every five seconds!" Clarke then alleged Barrowman would often frequently physically touch them with his genitals, either by brushing up against their legs, or in one instance, walking up behind Camille Coduri (Jackie Tyler) while she was seated in her makeup chair and resting his penis on her shoulder for two minutes. When the panel moderator asked how Barrowman was allowed to get away with this sort of behaviour, Clarke, Coduri and Annette Badland (Margaret Blaine) said Barrowman was "adorable", "light-hearted" and "non-threatening" (although Clarke did say that he believed Barrowman did not receive any backlash due to his sexuality).

In 2018, Barrowman was given a [[https://www.thesun.co.uk/tvandshowbiz/7779500/john-barrowman-no-flashing-im-a-celebrity/ warning]] by producers not to expose himself (or sing anything copyrighted) on the set of "I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!" There are also ''many'' fan accounts and videos of him mooning people at conventions (and in [[https://twitter.com/attitudemag/status/664449490292711424 an infamous cast photo]] for Series/{{Arrow}}) as well as pulling down his pants to expose his underwear during interview panels.

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At a convention in 2014, Barrowman was [[https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/john-barrowman-doctor-who-noel-clarke-b1840218.html accused by]] former Series/DoctorWho costar Noel Clarke (Mickey Smith) of (again) repeatedly exposing his genitalia to co-stars and crew, saying "[[He has "Barrowman's there taking his dick out every five seconds!" Clarke seconds, just hitting it on everything [...] You can’t help but laugh… he was using [the set] as a drum kit." He then alleged went on to describe how Barrowman would often frequently liked to physically touch them people with his genitals, either by brushing up against their legs, or in one instance, walking up behind Camille Coduri (Jackie Tyler) while she was seated in her makeup chair and resting his penis on her shoulder for two minutes. When the panel moderator asked how Barrowman was allowed to get away with this sort of behaviour, Clarke, Coduri and Annette Badland (Margaret Blaine) all said Barrowman was "adorable", "light-hearted" and "non-threatening" (although Clarke did say that he believed Barrowman did not receive any backlash due to his sexuality).

In 2018, Barrowman was allegedly given a [[https://www.thesun.co.uk/tvandshowbiz/7779500/john-barrowman-no-flashing-im-a-celebrity/ warning]] by producers not to expose himself (or sing anything copyrighted) on the set of "I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!" There are also ''many'' fan accounts and videos of him mooning people at conventions (and (like in [[https://twitter.com/attitudemag/status/664449490292711424 an infamous cast photo]] for Series/{{Arrow}}) as well as pulling down his pants to expose his underwear during interview panels.
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During her time on Series/{{Torchwood}} Creator/FreemaAgyeman [[https://www.digitalspy.com/showbiz/a90017/agyeman-stunned-by-barrowmans-quotchapquot/ spoke]] about Barrowman's "[walking] about with his [penis] hanging out, having conversations with people... everyone would just be talking to him normally and it would only be the new people, such as myself, that would be freaked out". Creator/ElisabethSladen mentioned [[https://winteriscoming.net/2021/05/01/sexual-allegations-made-against-doctor-who-stars-rocks-uk-tv-industry/ during an interview]] "[He did not expose himself] to me. To everyone else, but not to me." Barrowman replied "Actually, I did get it out quite a few times, but she was looking the other way."

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During her time on Series/{{Torchwood}} Series/{{Torchwood}}, Creator/FreemaAgyeman [[https://www.digitalspy.com/showbiz/a90017/agyeman-stunned-by-barrowmans-quotchapquot/ spoke]] about Barrowman's "[walking] about with his [penis] hanging out, having conversations with people... everyone would just be talking to him normally and it would only be the new people, such as myself, that would be freaked out". Creator/ElisabethSladen mentioned [[https://winteriscoming.net/2021/05/01/sexual-allegations-made-against-doctor-who-stars-rocks-uk-tv-industry/ during an interview]] "[He did not expose himself] to me. To everyone else, but not to me." Barrowman replied "Actually, I did get it out quite a few times, but she was looking the other way."
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During her time on Series/{{Torchwood}} Creator/FreemaAgyeman [[https://www.digitalspy.com/showbiz/a90017/agyeman-stunned-by-barrowmans-quotchapquot/ spoke]] about Barrowman's "[walking] about with his [penis] hanging out, having conversations with people... everyone would just be talking to him normally and it would only be the new people, such as myself, that would be freaked out". Creator/ElisabethSladen mentioned [[https://winteriscoming.net/2021/05/01/sexual-allegations-made-against-doctor-who-stars-rocks-uk-tv-industry/ during an interview]] "[He did not expose himself] to me. To everyone else, but not to me." Barrowman promptly replied "Actually, I did get it out quite a few times, but she was looking the other way."

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During her time on Series/{{Torchwood}} Creator/FreemaAgyeman [[https://www.digitalspy.com/showbiz/a90017/agyeman-stunned-by-barrowmans-quotchapquot/ spoke]] about Barrowman's "[walking] about with his [penis] hanging out, having conversations with people... everyone would just be talking to him normally and it would only be the new people, such as myself, that would be freaked out". Creator/ElisabethSladen mentioned [[https://winteriscoming.net/2021/05/01/sexual-allegations-made-against-doctor-who-stars-rocks-uk-tv-industry/ during an interview]] "[He did not expose himself] to me. To everyone else, but not to me." Barrowman promptly replied "Actually, I did get it out quite a few times, but she was looking the other way."

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By this point, Julie Gardner (then executive producer of Series/{{Torchwood}}) had received a complaint about this behaviour and officially reprimanded Barrowman. She also spoke to other executive producers, Barrowman’s agent, and the head of BBC drama commissioning to "make it clear to both John and his agent that behaviour of this kind would not be tolerated […] To my knowledge, John’s inappropriate behaviour stopped thereafter". In a tribute video to Gardner and Russell T Davies later that year, Creator/DavidTennant sang "Can’t block out, please lock out, images of Johnny B getting his cock out."

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During her time on Series/{{Torchwood}} Creator/FreemaAgyeman [[https://www.digitalspy.com/showbiz/a90017/agyeman-stunned-by-barrowmans-quotchapquot/ spoke]] about Barrowman's "[walking] about with his [penis] hanging out, having conversations with people... everyone would just be talking to him normally and it would only be the new people, such as myself, that would be freaked out". Creator/ElisabethSladen mentioned [[https://winteriscoming.net/2021/05/01/sexual-allegations-made-against-doctor-who-stars-rocks-uk-tv-industry/ during an interview]] "[He did not expose himself] to me. To everyone else, but not to me." Barrowman promptly replied "Actually, I did get it out quite a few times, but she was looking the other way."

By this point, Julie Gardner (then executive producer of Series/{{Torchwood}}) had received a complaint about this behaviour and officially reprimanded Barrowman. She also spoke to other executive producers, Barrowman’s agent, and the head of BBC drama commissioning to "make it clear to both John and his agent that behaviour of this kind would not be tolerated […] To my knowledge, John’s inappropriate behaviour stopped thereafter". In a tribute video to Gardner and Russell T T. Davies later that year, Creator/DavidTennant sang "Can’t block out, please lock out, images of Johnny B getting his cock out."



At a convention in 2014, Barrowman was [[https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/john-barrowman-doctor-who-noel-clarke-b1840218.html accused by]] former Series/DoctorWho costar Noel Clarke (Mickey Smith) of (again) repeatedly exposing his genitalia to co-stars and crew, saying "He has his dick out every five seconds!" Clarke then alleged Barrowman would often frequently physically touch them with his genitals, either by brushing up against their legs, or in one instance, walking up behind Camille Coduri (Jackie Tyler) while she was seated in her makeup chair and resting his penis on her shoulder for two minutes. When the panel moderator asked how Barrowman was allowed to get away with this sort of behaviour, Clarke, Coduri and Annette Badland (Margaret Blaine) said Barrowman was "adorable", "light-hearted" and "non-threatening" (although Clarke did say that he believed Barrowman did not receive any backlash due to his sexuality).

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At a convention in 2014, Barrowman was [[https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/john-barrowman-doctor-who-noel-clarke-b1840218.html accused by]] former Series/DoctorWho costar Noel Clarke (Mickey Smith) of (again) repeatedly exposing his genitalia to co-stars and crew, saying "He "[[He has his dick out every five seconds!" Clarke then alleged Barrowman would often frequently physically touch them with his genitals, either by brushing up against their legs, or in one instance, walking up behind Camille Coduri (Jackie Tyler) while she was seated in her makeup chair and resting his penis on her shoulder for two minutes. When the panel moderator asked how Barrowman was allowed to get away with this sort of behaviour, Clarke, Coduri and Annette Badland (Margaret Blaine) said Barrowman was "adorable", "light-hearted" and "non-threatening" (although Clarke did say that he believed Barrowman did not receive any backlash due to his sexuality).
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In May of 2021, following Clarke's own far more serious accusations of sexual harassment and inappropriate behaviour, the clips of Barrowman's behaviour resurfaced, and new allegations were made. [[https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2021/may/07/noel-clarke-accused-of-sexual-harassment-on-doctor-who-set Two crew members]] claimed he would repeatedly flash his genitalia to anyone and everyone, including calling someone into the room and then greeting them with his genitals hanging out of his trousers (Barrowman allegedly found people's uncomfortable reactions hilarious), and in one instance slapping the windshield of a crew member's car with his penis. Both crew members made a point to say that while his behaviour had made them extremely uncomfortable, they had '''never''' felt unsafe with him, and that once David Tennant joined the show, he had been able to rein Barrowman's behaviour in somewhat[[note]]there is speculation that the reason Creator/ChristopherEccleston stepped down after only one series was due to Barrowman's (as well as Clarke and [[https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/bruno-langley-guilty-sexual-assault-coronation-street-manchester-music-venue-plea-sentence-a8079631.html Bruno Langley's]] (Adam Mitchell)) behaviour[[/note]].

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In May of 2021, following Clarke's own far more serious accusations of sexual harassment and inappropriate behaviour, the clips of Barrowman's behaviour resurfaced, and new allegations were made. [[https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2021/may/07/noel-clarke-accused-of-sexual-harassment-on-doctor-who-set Two crew members]] claimed he would repeatedly flash his genitalia to anyone and everyone, including calling someone into the room and then greeting them with his genitals hanging out of his trousers (Barrowman allegedly found people's uncomfortable reactions hilarious), and in one instance slapping the windshield of a crew member's car with his penis. Both crew members made a point to say that while his behaviour had made them extremely uncomfortable, they had '''never''' felt unsafe with him, and that once David Tennant joined the show, he had been able to rein Barrowman's behaviour in somewhat[[note]]there is speculation that the reason Creator/ChristopherEccleston stepped down after only one series was due to Barrowman's (as well as Clarke and [[https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/bruno-langley-guilty-sexual-assault-coronation-street-manchester-music-venue-plea-sentence-a8079631.html Bruno Langley's]] (Adam Mitchell)) behaviour[[/note]].somewhat.

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