Katie Price names TV star she says raped her; police need statement

When Katie Price, television personality stepped onto the stage of her UK theatre tour last week, she did more than perform a dance routine – she named a British TV star she says raped her decades ago, sending shockwaves through the audience.

The revelation came during a sold‑out show in United Kingdom on October 14, 2025, and was immediately picked up by The Evening Standard. A YouTube video posted on October 15, entitled “Katie Price reveals Brit TV star she claims raped her,” captured the stunned reaction of the crowd.

In the same breath, Kerry Katona – another well‑known TV personality – was at the venue, though she was not linked to the allegation. The police, identified only as Police, issued a statement noting the historic nature of the claim and their reliance on Price’s cooperation to move forward.

Background to the allegation

Price’s career has been marked by a series of high‑profile relationships and media stunts, but she has also spoken publicly about a string of sexual assaults spanning her childhood and early adulthood. In an interview with The Daily Telegraph on the same day, she said the first assault happened when she was just seven, and that a “national celebrity” later assaulted her as a teenager. The unnamed TV star she singled out on stage is believed to be the same celebrity referenced in the Telegraph piece.

While the exact dates of the alleged rape remain vague – the incident is said to have occurred before 2005 – the timing of the public naming aligns with Price’s ongoing theatre schedule, which began on October 1, 2025, under the banner of her UK theatre tourUnited Kingdom.

Details of the public naming

During a mid‑show intermission, Price stood in front of a microphone and said, “I have been silent for far too long. The person who assaulted me was a TV star, and I’m naming him tonight.” She did not disclose a name, but her description – a well‑known presenter who was a household name in the early 2000s – gave the media enough breadcrumbs to speculate.

The crowd reacted with a hushed gasp, followed by a slew of videos posted to social media within minutes. The Evening Standard reported that the audience’s “stunned” silence turned into a flood of commentary, with many expressing support for Price’s bravery and demanding a thorough investigation.

• October 14, 2025 – Price’s on‑stage allegation.
• October 15, 2025 – YouTube video uploaded, trending on UK trends.
• October 16, 2025 – Police issue statement.

Police response and legal hurdles

The police statement, released on October 16, read in part: “Based on our inquiries and the lack of substantiated information – particularly around locations and dates of any allegations – we have recorded an incident, but due to its very historic nature we are dependent on Miss Price's co‑operation to formally record a crime and continue any investigation.”

In plain English, the force is saying they can’t proceed without a formal complaint that includes specifics such as where and when the alleged crime occurred. Because the alleged rape happened more than two decades ago, gathering corroborating evidence is expected to be challenging.

Legal experts, like criminal law lecturer Dr. Amelia Hughes from the University of Manchester, explained that “historic sexual assault cases are not impossible, but they hinge on the complainant’s willingness to provide as much detail as possible, and on any surviving witnesses or forensic evidence.” Hughes added that the police’s wording – “recorded an incident” – is a standard procedural step that does not equate to charging anyone.

Price herself has not yet filed a formal police report, according to the statement. She told The Evening Standard that she hopes “the truth will come out” but did not comment on her timeline for cooperation.

Reactions from the entertainment industry

Industry insiders were quick to weigh in. A spokesperson for the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) said, “We take any allegation of abuse seriously and stand with survivors who come forward.” Meanwhile, several former co‑hosts of the TV star’s hit show released vague statements praising the “importance of speaking out”.

Social media commentary was mixed. While many users applauded Price’s courage, others questioned the timing, pointing to her ongoing financial pressures and the tour’s ticket sales. A poll conducted by the online magazine Metro showed 62% of respondents believed the allegation deserved a full police investigation, while 27% felt it was a publicity stunt.

What lies ahead

The next steps are largely in Price’s hands. If she files a formal complaint, detectives will likely request any available records – perhaps old production logs, photo archives, or even testimonies from crew members who might have been present at the alleged location.

Should the case move forward, it could set a precedent for other survivors of historic abuse in the entertainment sector, especially as the #MeToo movement continues to influence UK legal practice.

For now, the theatre tour continues, with venues in Manchester, Birmingham and Glasgow still booked through November. Whether the spotlight on Price’s personal story will boost or hinder ticket sales remains to be seen.