Sat Feb 01 15:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Dark Horse Comics Cuts Ties with Neil Gaiman Amidst Sexual Assault Allegations
**Los Angeles, CA** – Dark Horse Comics has dropped author Neil Gaiman following a New York Magazine cover story detailing multiple accusations of sexual assault against the acclaimed writer. The publisher announced the cancellation of its upcoming “Anansi Boys” comic series and collected volume, stating that they take the allegations “seriously.”
The allegations, first partially reported by Tortoise Media last July, were amplified by the New York Magazine article, “There Is No Safe Word,” which featured eight women recounting similar experiences with Gaiman. The accusations include instances of non-consensual sexual activity, spanning decades and involving individuals with various relationships to Gaiman, including a babysitter, a property caretaker, and a fan. Many accusers described unwanted rough sex and BDSM encounters.
Gaiman has vehemently denied all allegations of sexual assault, stating he has “never engaged in non-consensual sexual activity.” While acknowledging he was “emotionally unavailable” in some past relationships, he insists he did not commit the acts described.
The allegations have already impacted several of Gaiman’s other projects. Production on Disney’s adaptation of “The Graveyard Book” has been paused, and Netflix canceled “Dead Boy Detectives,” although the connection to the allegations remains unclear. Season 3 of Amazon’s “Good Omens” will be shortened, with Gaiman no longer involved. However, Netflix’s “Sandman” Season 2 is still slated for release.
The status of Amazon’s upcoming “Anansi Boys” television adaptation remains uncertain, although Amazon has yet to comment publicly. The impact of these allegations on Gaiman’s career continues to unfold.
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