X-Men director Bryan Singer denies 'sick' abuse claims
Hollywood director Bryan Singer has spoken out against the sex abuse accusations made against him and has announced he will miss any forthcoming press events for the new X-Men film.
In a statement, he branded the claims "outrageous, vicious and false".
His statement came after aspiring actor Michael Egan filed a legal case on 16 April, claiming he was sexually abused by Singer when he was 17.
The accusations date back to 1999, in Hawaii and California.
Singer's statement confirmed he would be withdrawing from "upcoming media events" for his latest film.
He said: "I do not want these fictitious claims to divert any attention from X-Men: Days of Future Past.
"This fantastic film is a labour of love and one of the greatest experiences of my career.
(continued, truth will out and no smoke without some fire, one way or another?)
