Paul Matthew Gambaccini is a dual citizen of the United States and the United Kingdom, having acquired British citizenship in 2005. He is primarily known for his work as a radio and television presenter in Britain. Gambaccini is also an author. He has had a prominent career in British media.
1989: Top 10 Comics Opens
In 1989, Paul Gambaccini and Jonathan Ross opened Top 10 Comics, a comic shop in London.
1990: Co-presents Eagle Awards
Paul Gambaccini co-presented the Eagle Awards at the United Kingdom Comic Art Convention in 1990.
1995: Top 10 Comics Closes
In 1995, Gambaccini and Ross's comic shop, Top 10 Comics, closed its doors after six years in business.
1995: Named Philanthropist of the Year
In 1995, Paul Gambaccini was recognized for his charity work and named Philanthropist of the Year by the National Charity Fundraisers.
1997: Co-presents National Comics Awards
Gambaccini co-presented the National Comics Awards at the United Kingdom Comic Art Convention in 1997.
2010: Wins Celebrity Mastermind
Gambaccini emerged victorious on an episode of Celebrity Mastermind in 2010, donating his winnings to the Stonewall charity.
June 2012: Civil Partnership and Marriage
Paul Gambaccini entered into a civil partnership with Christopher Sherwood in June 2012 and married him a week later in the New York Botanical Garden.
November 2013: Arrest and Bail
In November 2013, Paul Gambaccini was arrested on suspicion of historical sexual offences as part of Operation Yewtree but denied the allegations and was released on bail.
2013: BBC Security Risk Allegation
In 2013, Gambaccini claimed he was flagged as a security risk by the BBC due to his sexuality.
October 2014: No Charges Filed
In October 2014, it was announced that no charges would be brought against Gambaccini following his arrest.
December 2014: Home Secretary Announces Bail Limit Consultation
Home Secretary Theresa May announced in December 2014 that she was consulting on a 28-day bail limit.
March 2015: Testimony to House of Commons
Gambaccini testified before the House of Commons Home Affairs Select Committee in March 2015, claiming he was used as "human fly paper" to encourage further allegations.
2015: Publication of "Love, Paul Gambaccini"
Paul Gambaccini's book, "Love, Paul Gambaccini: My Year Under the Yewtree," detailing his experiences during the investigation, was published in 2015.
February 2016: Book Review by Judge Adrian Hardiman
In February 2016, Judge Adrian Hardiman reviewed Gambaccini's book, criticizing the undermining of the presumption of innocence in Operation Yewtree.
February 2017: Lawsuit Against Metropolitan Police
Paul Gambaccini sued the Metropolitan Police in February 2017 for losses incurred during the investigation.
April 2017: 28-Day Bail Limit Implemented
The 28-day bail limit came into effect in April 2017.
November 2018: Settlement with Crown Prosecution Service
Gambaccini settled a claim against the Crown Prosecution Service in November 2018, receiving undisclosed damages.