Indeed, reports did later emerge – but not until after the star died. Savile had previously rejected a knighthood in the 1980s reportedly due to concerns over his private life – while the committee responsible to allocating knighthoods were tipped off in 1998 that "reports of a paedophilia nature" could emerge about at a later date.
He was well known for working with and supporting charities and in 1990 he was rewarded for his charitable work with a knighthood while he also managed to gain access to members of the royal family and other high profile people during his life. Savile was a hugely popular TV presenter during the 1970s and ‘80s, hosting shows including Top of the Pops and Jim'll Fix It – while also hosting shows on Radio 1. Never miss a moment by signing up to The 12 newsletter here. Our 45 journalists cover all the news you need - from City Hall to your local streets. The MyLondon team tells London stories for Londoners. MyLondon’s brilliant new newsletter The 12 is packed with news, views, features and opinion from across the city.Įvery day we’ll send you a free email at around 12pm with 12 stories to keep you entertained, informed and uplifted.
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