Gold Logie winner Craig McLachlan was accused of eight counts of indecent assaults on 8 January 2018; he may go straight to trial on these sex offense charges.
The Melbourne Magistrates’ Court pardoned him from appearing at the bar for his first hearing. The allegations are said to be the incidents from 2014.
These sexual offense charges span back to the time when he played Dr. Frank-N-Furter in a musical theater The Rocky Horror Show. Three of the actress from the stage production accused him of the indecent assaults-
one of common assault and attempted indecent assault.
For the next hearing, McLachlan will appear at the court on April 5. His spokesperson said the actor may renounce his to a committal hearing.
Erika Heynatz, one of the alleged victims, told the police,
“He’s really calculated and very manipulate, a predator.”
Christie Whelan Brown speaking about McLachlan’s assault
Picture: 7:30/ABC
Craig McLachlan has strongly denied the allegations. His barrister Stuart Littlemore QC said,
“Craig is innocent of these charges which will be vigorously defended.”
Let’s get into the details of the case and latest news and updates about Craig McLachlan. Keep your shirt on as we get started with Craig McLachlan wiki, bio, age, and height.
Next in order, see Craig’s married life and wife alongside his net worth of 2019.
Craig McLachlan Wiki Facts
Australian actor Craig Mclachlan was born on 1 September 1965 in New South Wales. He grew up playing in Sydney beaches and started his TV career from early-evening TV soap opera The young doctors.
Following his successful debut, Mclachlan portrayed the character of Henry Ramsay in Channel 10’s Neighbours. After working in more than 800 episodes of the series, the Sydney man moved on to the popular role of a schoolteacher Grant Mitchell in Seven Network’s Home and Away.
As to his recent updates, Craig has played a leading role in the Ballarat-filmed TV series Doctor Blake Mysteries. The television series airs through Seven Network and ABC.
In age, Neighbors actor Craig McLachlan is currently 59 years old. He stands tall at a height of 6 feet (1.83m).
Who is Craig McLachlan’s wife? Marriage and children:
Gold Logie winning actor Craig McLachlan is currently married to Vanessa Scammell. Craig McLachlan wife is a conductor with Opera Australia and believes that Craig isn’t the type of person the media has painted him to be.
Prior to Vanessa, the Neighbours actor was married to his school sweetheart, Karen Williams. Subsequently, Craig tied the knot with an Australian actress and journalist, Rachel Friend in 1993. The two divorced in a brief time- in 1994.
Speaking to Sydney Radio, Craig McLachlan’s wife, attested,
“He’s kind and gentle and funny … yes he’s mischievous, but one of his greatest assets is that he loves to make people happy and comfortable.”
Vanessa, McLachlan’s wife, went on to to say that they will do anything to move through this scandal and clear out his name.
The 59-year-old, Craig has two children from his relationship with Charlotte Avery- a British actress and a voice actress.
Craig McLachlan Net Worth
Neighbors actor Craig McLachlan has earned a fortune and a considerable net worth from his decade long acting career. Craig McLachlan net worth update of 2024 is estimated to be around $9 million.
On top of that, McLachlan is demanding $6.5 million from Fairfax Median and the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) in special damages for the defamation case.
If he wins this legal case, actor Craig McLachlan’s net worth will have a positive influx. So his net worth figure is expected to have a substantial change in the following year.
Craig McLachlan FAQ’s
Who is Craig McLachlan?
Craig McLachlan is an Australian actor, musician, and singer, best known for his roles in television series such as Neighbours, Home and Away, and The Doctor Blake Mysteries. He is also a talented stage performer and has appeared in various musical productions.
What is Craig McLachlan’s age?
Craig McLachlan was born on September 1, 1965. As of now, he is 59 years old.
Who is Craig McLachlan’s wife?
Craig McLachlan is married to Vanessa Scammell, a renowned Australian conductor specializing in opera, ballet, and musical theater.
What is Craig McLachlan’s net worth?
Craig McLachlan’s estimated net worth is approximately $8 million, earned through his successful career in acting, music, and theater.
What is Craig McLachlan known for?
Craig McLachlan is known for his award-winning performances in Australian television and musical theater. He gained fame for his roles in Neighbours, Home and Away, and The Doctor Blake Mysteries. He is also recognized for his singing career and stage performances.
Has Craig McLachlan faced any controversies?
Craig McLachlan has been involved in legal and public controversies in recent years. However, he has actively worked to rebuild his career and reputation since these events.
Does Craig McLachlan have any children?
Craig McLachlan has a son named Jacob McLachlan from a previous relationship.
What musical projects has Craig McLachlan worked on?
In addition to acting, Craig McLachlan has a background in music. He gained success as a singer, with his hit song Mona becoming a chart-topping single.
Where can I find more about Craig McLachlan’s career?
More about Craig McLachlan’s career and personal life can be found on entertainment websites and profiles dedicated to Australian celebrities.
