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Andy Carroll reveals ex-BBC star was celebrity friend who sexually assaulted him

Andy Carroll revealed in his autobiography that he was sexually assaulted during his second spell playing for Newcastle United in 2021 by a friend of his ex-wife, Billi Mucklow

Published: Sunday, 4 October 2026 at 10:35 AM
Andy Carroll reveals ex-BBC star was celebrity friend who sexually assaulted him
Key Things to Know
  • Andy Carroll confirmed former BBC Fame Academy coach Kevin Adams sexually assaulted him in 2021.
  • Kevin Adams was convicted of the assault at Chelmsford Crown Court in 2023 and served 20 months.
  • The incident occurred while Carroll was sleeping at his home during his second Newcastle United spell.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former England striker Andy Carroll has officially confirmed that former BBC Fame Academy dance coach Kevin Adams was the man convicted of sexually assaulting him in 2021. Carroll initially disclosed the abuse in his recently published autobiography, "Owning It," and confirmed Adams' identity to The Sun after learning the name had appeared in public court records.

The assault occurred at Carroll's home following a Newcastle United match, when Adams was staying overnight in a spare room. Adams was convicted at Chelmsford Crown Court in 2023 and received a 20-month prison sentence, with Carroll expressing hope that publicly addressing the ordeal will allow him to move forward.

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