BBC Star Fired Over Old Sex Offense Probe

0:00It's April 1st. You're listening to Entertainment and celebrity news today, AI-powered entertainment coverage. Scott Mills, the 53-year-old BBC radio star, got fired last week over personal conduct issues tied to an old police probe. Back in 2016, cops looked in the claims of serious sexual offenses against the teenage boy under 16, from 1997 to 2000. Mills was questioned in 2018, fully cooperated, but prosecutors dropped it in 2019 for lack of evidence. The BBC knew about the investigation starting in 2017, with police reaching out multiple times, but sources say, top bosses like, then director Tony Hall didn't get the full details, like the kids age. Still, Mills kept his radio one gig until new info surfaced recently, leading to his quick exit on March 27. Fans and colleagues are reeling from the shock, with many sending support messages that Mills thanked in his first public statement. He confirmed the probe, said it closed seven years ago with no charges, and asked for privacy on something nearly 30 years old.

1:06The news hit hard for his longtime listeners, who loved his vibe. Now, questions swirl about why the BBC didn't dig deeper back then, or acts sooner, especially after admitting they missed following up on a press tip. This year, police confirmed ongoing chats with the network, but won't spill specifics. This saga shows how past shadows can resurface anytime in showbiz, leaving everyone from execs to audiences, grappling with trust and accountability. Issues that won't fade quick.