Neil Gaiman Seeks Dismissal of Rape and Trafficking Lawsuit

The author denies allegations by a former nanny, citing consensual interactions and jurisdictional issues.

Neil Gaiman and estranged wife Amanda Palmer are being sued in U.S. federal court by Scarlett Pavlovich, a former nanny, for alleged sexual assault and trafficking.
Gaiman denies all allegations, asserting that any interactions with Pavlovich were consensual and providing WhatsApp messages as evidence.
The lawsuit alleges incidents of abuse occurred in New Zealand, and Gaiman's legal team argues that U.S. courts lack jurisdiction over the matter.
New Zealand authorities investigated similar claims in 2022 but closed the case in 2024 without filing charges.
The case has resulted in professional fallout for Gaiman, including the loss of representation and the cancellation of several projects.