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Sullivan's sordid past and the power of two media giants working ... 10 Jun 2026 | Raymond Snoddy Sullivan’s sordid past and the power of two media giants working together Opinion Exposing the inappropriate behaviour of a sleazy former pornographer in the 90s is one thing. Imagine what could be unearthed by joint journalistic investigations today, writes Ray Snoddy. There is something reassuring about the fact that when investigative reporters take on a billionaire with the ability to spend endless amounts on libel lawyers, it is a joint operation between two powerful media organisations. Former porn provider and football investor David Sullivan is very much alive and kicking and therefore a much more dangerous target than easy post-humous investigations into the sexual activities of someone like Mohamed Al Fayed, the one-time owner of Harrods. The joint investigation by The Times and the BBC’s Panorama means they do not have to back down at the first whiff of a solicitor’s letter – even though President Trump’s $10bn lawsuit against the BBC has not yet been thrown out, as it surely will. Panorama has been in a lively mood recently with programmes dedicated to the fight for justic…

David Sullivan: The Profile of a Serial Offender - NEWSPASTE Accused of multiple counts of raping women & children, David Sullivan has so far been protected by the UK court system, UK Police, the BBC, & the FA. Now it’s time for Johnny Vedmore to investigate. With significant parallels to the Epstein case, the former King of Porn is about to be dethroned and, if the letter of the law is followed, the part-owner of West Ham United could become known as one of the most prolific sex offenders in UK history. While the case against Sullivan has been treated as complex, the evidence against him is striking and calls for immediate action to safeguard children. There are many recorded instances of wealthy men abusing their positions of influence to coerce women and girls into sexual relationships. Some of these men are opportunists who take advantage of women whenever an opportunity arises. However, like with Jeffrey Epstein, some sex offenders systematise the creation of such opportunities. Epstein had Ghislaine Maxwell organise his industrial grooming operations. She arranged for an army of young women to groom underage girls from high schools, swimming pools and shopping malls. This …

David Sullivan: how did the pornographer rise so high in modern ... David Sullivan: how did the pornographer rise so high in modern football? ...Middle East NY Times News - News Share on WhatsApp facebook source : NY Times News ( Middle East ) NY Times News 2026-6-6 ( Saturday 06/06/2026 - 06:00 PM ) 58 When David Sullivan was growing up in a council house in Cardiff, he dreamed of becoming a professional footballer. Short and squat, he would never be a player, but later in life the fortune he built through the pornography industry and the property world gave him a route into the sport. The only problem, Sullivan discovered, was finding a club willing to roll out the welcome carpet for him and his business partners, David and Ralph Gold. They were fans of West Ham United and bought a stake in the east London club in 1991, only to find entry to the boardroom closed. “We had no contact with the board,” the late David Gold wrote in his autobiography. “They simply did not want David Sullivan and the Golds at their football club.” Connections to the world of adult entertainment counted against Sullivan and his associates. Knocked back, they looked elsewhere. They considered moves for L…

UK government 'concerned' by abuse claims against West Ham co-owner UK government 'concerned' by abuse claims against West Ham co-owner London (AFP) – Allegations that the billionaire co-owner of West Ham football club, David Sullivan, preyed on women for sex are "deeply concerning", the British government said Tuesday. Issued on: 09/06/2026 - 12:08 Modified: 09/06/2026 - 14:24 3 min Reading time West Ham co-owner David Sullivan has denied allegations of preying on women for sex © Glyn KIRK / AFP Advertising Read more The 77-year-old recently quit as joint chair of the London club to fight what he said were "false allegations" about his private life. But Sullivan, who built a business empire from owning pornographic magazines, remains West Ham's largest shareholder. The BBC and Britain's The Times newspaper on Monday reported accounts from seven women accusing Sullivan of sexually exploitative and predatory behaviour. The allegations date back to the 1980s and 1990s, when Sullivan owned British tabloid newspapers the Daily Sport and the Sunday Sport. The women claim Sullivan was involved in pressuring young or aspiring models in their late teens or early 20s. In a statement…

UK government 'concerned' by abuse claims against West Ham co-owner | Macau Business ByAFP Allegations billionaire West Ham co-owner David Sullivan preyed on women for sex are “deeply concerning”, the British government said Tuesday. The 77-year-old recently quit as joint chair of the London football club to fight what he said were “false allegations” about his private life. But Sullivan, who built a business empire from owning pornographic magazines, remains West Ham’s largest shareholder. The BBC and Britain’s The Times newspaper reported Monday accounts from seven women accusing Sullivan of sexually exploitative and predatory behaviour. The allegations date back to the 1980s and 1990s, when Sullivan owned British tabloid newspapers the Daily Sport and the Sunday Sport. The women claim Sullivan was involved in pressuring young or aspiring models in their late teens or early 20s. In a statement, a spokesman for the UK’s Department for Culture, Media and Sport said: “These deeply concerning allegations must be treated with the utmost seriousness and be investigated by the relevant authorities, with victims given the support they need.” Speaking Saturday before the allegatio…

UK government: Abuse claims against West Ham co-owner 'deeply concerning' | theScore.com Allegations that the billionaire co-owner of West Ham football club, David Sullivan, preyed on women for sex are "deeply concerning", the British government said Tuesday. The 77-year-old recently quit as joint chair of the London club to fight what he said were "false allegations" about his private life. But Sullivan, who built a business empire from owning pornographic magazines, remains West Ham's largest shareholder. The BBC and Britain's The Times newspaper on Monday reported accounts from seven women accusing Sullivan of sexually exploitative and predatory behaviour. The allegations date back to the 1980s and 1990s, when Sullivan owned British tabloid newspapers the Daily Sport and the Sunday Sport. The women claim Sullivan was involved in pressuring young or aspiring models in their late teens or early 20s. In a statement, a spokesman for the UK's Department for Culture, Media and Sport said: "These deeply concerning allegations must be treated with the utmost seriousness and be investigated by the relevant authorities, with victims given the support they need." Speaking Saturday before …

David Sullivan: how did the pornographer rise so high in modern football? <p>Sullivan hoped football would legitimise him but claims about historical conduct have led to his resignation from West Ham</p><p>• <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/06/david-sullivan-steps-down-at-west-ham-to-fight-claims-about-private-life">Sullivan steps down at West Ham to fight claims about private life</a></p><p>When David Sullivan was growing up in a council house in Cardiff, he dreamed of becoming a professional footballer. Short and squat, he would never be a player, but later in life the fortune he built through the pornography industry and the property world gave him a route into the sport. The only problem, Sullivan discovered, was finding a club willing to roll out the welcome carpet for him and his business partners, David and Ralph Gold.</p><p>They were fans of West Ham United and bought a stake in the east London club in 1991, only to find entry to the boardroom closed. “We had no contact with the board,” the late David Gold wrote in his autobiography. “They simply did not want David Sullivan and the Golds at their football club.”</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.co…

UK government 'concerned' by abuse claims against West Ham co-owner - The42 ALLEGATIONS BILLIONAIRE WEST Ham co-owner David Sullivan preyed on women for sex are “deeply concerning”, the British government said Tuesday. The 77-year-old recently quit as joint chair of the London football club to fight what he said were “false allegations” about his private life. But Sullivan, who built a business empire from owning pornographic magazines, remains West Ham’s largest shareholder. The BBC and Britain’s Times newspaper reported Monday accounts from seven women accusing Sullivan of sexually exploitative and predatory behaviour. The allegations date back to the 1980s and 1990s, when Sullivan owned British tabloid newspapers the Daily Sport and the Sunday Sport. The women claim Sullivan was involved in pressuring young or aspiring models in their late teens or early 20s. In a statement, a spokesman for the UK’s Department for Culture, Media and Sport said: “These deeply concerning allegations must be treated with the utmost seriousness and be investigated by the relevant authorities, with victims given the support they need.” Speaking Saturday before the allegations were made public,…

Football regulator could force David Sullivan to sell West Ham stake <p>Former pornographer, who owns 38.8% of club, has been accused of sexually exploitative and predatory behaviour</p><p>The football regulator could force David Sullivan to sell his stake in West Ham United after the former pornography billionaire was accused of sexually exploitative and predatory behaviour against women over several decades.</p><p>The 77-year-old <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/06/david-sullivan-steps-down-at-west-ham-to-fight-claims-about-private-life">announced his resignation</a> as a director and co-chair of the football club on Saturday, ahead of a joint investigation by the BBC and the Times reporting on seven women accusing him of sexual misconduct.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/09/football-regulator-could-force-david-sullivan-sell-west-ham-stake">Continue reading...</a>