Accuser retracts allegation against Elmo puppeteer Kevin Clash

The man who accused Elmo puppeteer Kevin Clash of engaging in an underage sexual relationship with him has recanted his claim, according to his lawyer. The man, who has not been identified, issued a statement through his attorney stating that the relationship he had with Clash was "an adult consensual relationship." Clash issued his own statement through his spokeswoman, saying, "I am relieved that this painful allegation has been put to rest. I will not discuss it further." Clash has confirmed being in a relationship with the man, but had asserted it did not start until the accuser, now 23, was of age. [Source]

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