Huw Edwards, the former face of the BBC’s major event coverage, shocked many as he pleaded guilty to three counts of making indecent images of children. The 62-year-old broadcaster is accused of sharing illegal content via WhatsApp.
The once-prominent television anchor’s downfall is significant, given his role as the presenter of the BBC’s prestigious 10 p.m. newscast. He was a familiar figure in British households for years. In 2022, Edwards solemnly informed the nation of Queen Elizabeth II’s passing, leading the coverage of her funeral and the subsequent coronation of King Charles III.
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