Overview

• Charles Hanson appeared on Bargain Hunt on Monday, marking his first TV appearance since his February acquittal on domestic abuse charges.
• A Derby Crown Court jury unanimously found Hanson not guilty of coercive control and assault allegations brought by his wife, Rebecca Hanson.
• The trial included contrasting narratives, with Rebecca alleging a decade of abuse and Hanson testifying that he was controlled and subservient in the marriage.
• Fans celebrated Hanson's return on social media, with many expressing support and noting his absence since mid-2023.
• Hanson and his wife are reportedly proceeding with divorce following the trial and the collapse of their marriage.