Spandau Ballet Singer Sentenced to 14 Years in Prison

Former Spandau Ballet singer Ross Davidson has been sentenced to 14 years in prison after being convicted of raping, sexually assaulting, and voyeuristically filming six women between August 2013 and December 2019. The 38-year-old, who performed as Ross Wild, faced multiple charges following two trials.

Details of the Conviction

Davidson was found guilty of two counts of rape, one attempted rape, three sexual assaults, and two counts of voyeurism. Evidence presented in court revealed a disturbing pattern of behavior, including filming himself during the assaults and targeting women while they were asleep.

Celebrity and Entitlement

The court heard that Davidson developed a warped sense of entitlement due to his musical career, including performances in ‘We Will Rock You’ and with Spandau Ballet. He believed his fame allowed him to pursue any woman he desired.

Evidence and Victim Impact

Police bodycam footage showed Davidson smirking and shaking his head as the charges were read. Despite claiming all encounters were consensual and labeling himself ‘sex positive’, juries consistently found him guilty.

Victims' Testimonies

Impact statements from the victims revealed the lasting trauma caused by Davidson’s actions. One woman described “severe psychological harm” and a loss of self-belief. Another spoke of feeling “violated and betrayed,” leading to diagnoses of anxiety and depression. A third victim, who was a teenager at the time, stated Davidson had “taken away my youth, my innocence and my freedom.”

Judge's Remarks and Sentencing

Judge John Dodd condemned Davidson’s behavior as “shocking and disgraceful,” criticizing his exploitation of a “sleep play” fetish to mask sexual abuse. He acknowledged the courage of the victims in coming forward. Davidson, who appeared detached throughout the proceedings, will serve a lengthy prison sentence.