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13th July 2021
08:45am BST

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Speaking about the damage Bell caused, the 19-year-old victim said Bell groomed her from the age of 12 and started sending her sexual messages once she turned 15.
She told the court that he made her feel uncomfortable, but she felt trapped because she idolised the actor.
"My life hasn’t been the same since I was 15. I think about these crimes every single day. I feel like I’m in a constant dark place. Sometimes I wish I could disappear so I can forget about what happened."
"I was definitely one of his biggest fans. I would have done anything for him.”
The woman also said they exchanged explicit photos and that Bell engaged in sexual conduct with her on numerous occasions. Bell's lawyer disputed the claims in court on Monday.
"I accept this plea because my conduct was wrong. I'm sorry that the victim was harmed in any way, but that was obviously not my intention. I have taken this matter very, very seriously. And again, I just want to apologize to her and anyone else who may have been affected by my actions," Bell stated via Zoom.
Before delivering his sentence, Judge Timothy McCormick commented: “The fact of the matter is your position and celebrity status let you nurture this relationship. You were able to gain access to this child.”
Bell had initially pleaded not guilty to the charges.Explore more on these topics: