LONDON – Influencer and former kickboxer Andrew Tate, who faces a civil lawsuit from four women accusing him of sexual violence, will now go to trial earlier than expected, as a UK judge has moved the case up by nearly a year.
Originally scheduled for February 2027, the trial will now begin on June 22, 2026, following a ruling by High Court Judge Christina Lambert, who said she was “very keen to get on” with the proceedings.
“It is not in anyone’s interests that this case goes into the long grass of 2027,” the judge remarked, urging for a more timely pursuit of justice.
The case stems from allegations that Tate, 38, engaged in abusive behavior while running a webcam business in the UK, before relocating to Romania. Tate first rose to public attention during a 2016 appearance on Big Brother UK, from which he was ejected after a video surfaced showing troubling behavior. He later gained notoriety on social media by sharing misogynistic views, building a controversial following.
Court documents reveal disturbing accusations, including claims that Tate allegedly strangled one woman, threatened her with firearms, and made violent statements, such as expressing a desire to kill someone.
Tate’s legal team has issued a total denial of wrongdoing, asserting that he never engaged in non-consensual behavior, threats, or physical harm.
The four claimants expressed relief at the accelerated timeline, stating:
“We’ve already spent years waiting for justice… it’s a comfort to know the case will be heard sooner.”
A spokesperson for Tate reiterated his stance, stating he denies all allegations, including the use of weapons, and maintains his innocence regarding any form of abuse or coercion.
