A major publishing company, HarperCollins, is reportedly removing comedian and actor David Walliams’ back catalogue of books from store shelves due to allegations of inappropriate behavior. The decision comes after internal investigations into the comedian’s conduct, which began following a complaint from a junior staff member last year. As a result, all 23 of Walliams’ children’s books, which have sold over 60 million copies worldwide, will be phased out of physical bookstores. However, e-book and audiobook versions will remain available for now, before eventually being removed as well. Walliams, best known for his work on Little Britain and as a judge on Britain's Got Talent, has been a prominent figure in British entertainment and publishing. His books, including titles such as The Boy in the Dress, have been adapted into TV series and have made him one of the UK’s highest-earning authors. During the coronavirus pandemic, he also released free daily audio stories for children, titled The World's Worst Children, which gained significant attention and support. The internal inquiry by HarperCollins reportedly involved interviews with other staff members, and some employees were advised not to visit Walliams’ home and to work in pairs during the investigation. The publisher confirmed that it has decided not to publish any new works by Walliams, and that the author was aware of this decision. However, in December, Walliams’ agent claimed that he was never informed of any allegations and was not allowed to respond during the investigation. Walliams’ career has spanned both stage and screen, and his writing has reached a wide audience, including his autobiography Camp David. While his books will no longer be sold in physical stores, the transition of his works to digital formats will allow continued access for readers, at least for a time. The situation highlights the impact of internal investigations on a public figure’s career and the decisions made by publishers in response to such allegations.