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16/04/2013
Stuart Hall Appears In Court
Broadcaster Stuart Hall has appeared at Preston Crown Court in relation to charges of sexual offences.
The 83-year-old, from Wilmslow, Cheshire, appeared before Judge Anthony Russell QC, who adjourned the hearing and bailed Mr Hall.
A date for a further appearance was set for 2 May at the same court.
Mr Hall, who is best known for his work on the 1970s TV show It's A Knockout, has been a familiar face and voice in British broadcasting for half a century.
He was appointed OBE in the 2012 New Year Honours for services to broadcasting and charity.
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The 83-year-old, from Wilmslow, Cheshire, appeared before Judge Anthony Russell QC, who adjourned the hearing and bailed Mr Hall.
A date for a further appearance was set for 2 May at the same court.
Mr Hall, who is best known for his work on the 1970s TV show It's A Knockout, has been a familiar face and voice in British broadcasting for half a century.
He was appointed OBE in the 2012 New Year Honours for services to broadcasting and charity.
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