Gary Glitter declared bankrupt, faces asset seizure for victim compensation

Gary Glitter, the disgraced pop star, has been declared bankrupt after refusing to pay £508,000 in damages to a woman he raped when she was 12. The High Court had ordered Glitter, whose real name is Paul Francis Gadd, to pay the compensation, which reflects the severe impact of his abuse on the victim's life. Following enforcement actions initiated by her lawyers, Glitter's assets, including a £2 million London penthouse, are now subject to seizure to satisfy the court's ruling. He was previously jailed for 16 years in 2015 for multiple sexual offenses against minors, and although released in February 2023, he was returned to custody shortly after for breaching license conditions. Reports indicate that at least two more victims are pursuing legal action against him, emphasizing the ongoing repercussions of his crimes. Glitter's financial situation may also be complicated by potential royalties he continues to earn from his music, despite his legal troubles.