Former singer Gary Glitter, whose real name is Paul Gadd, has pleaded not guilty to eight counts of sexual abuse involving a girl aged between eight and eleven. The allegations claim that Glitter gave the girl chocolates before inviting her to his residence in West London, where the assaults reportedly occurred.

Glitter, 82, appeared via video link from a jail at Southwark Crown Court to respond to the charges. He faces four counts of indecent assault, two counts of indecency with a child, and two charges of sexual intercourse with a girl under the age of 13. The alleged incidents are said to have taken place between 1978 and 1981, during which time the victim lived in the vicinity of Glitter’s home. The identity of the girl is protected by legal restrictions.

During the hearing, Glitter denied all charges, responding “absolutely not guilty” to two counts and “not guilty” to the remaining six. The case was adjourned by Judge Tony Baumgartner, recorder of Westminster, and is scheduled for a three-week trial set to begin on November 22, 2027.

At the hearing, Glitter appeared wearing a grey hat, brown jacket, and blue shirt, and was accompanied by one member of his legal team during the video appearance. The proceedings mark the latest development in a longstanding legal history involving the former entertainer.