Disgraced former BBC presenter Huw Edwards has vowed to challenge what he describes as “misleading or fabricated claims” in recent coverage of events leading to his conviction for making indecent images of children. Edwards, 64, pleaded guilty in July 2024 and received a six-month suspended prison sentence.
Edwards was the subject of a Channel 5 drama, Power: the Downfall of Huw Edwards, starring Martin Clunes. In a statement, Edwards said the programme presented a “one-sided account” and that he would produce his own account later this year, possibly through a documentary or podcast series.
He criticised the production company, Wonderhood Studios, for failing to verify the “truth” of narratives shown, which related to allegations by The Sun in July 2023 that a “top BBC star” paid a teenager more than £35,000 for sexual pictures. Edwards expressed “deep regret and remorse” for his crimes, calling his behaviour “reckless, shameful and damaging”.
Channel 5 defended the drama, stating it was based on extensive interviews with the victim, his family, journalists, text exchanges, and court reporting. The broadcaster said all allegations were put to Edwards’ solicitors six weeks before transmission.
