George Takei: “I have never met the man”

Iconic Star Trek actor George Takei told audience members at an event in Melbourne last night that the allegations were a “fantastical claim”.

“Some of my friends suggested I cancel this appearance,” the 80 year old actor said at an event at Melbourne Town Hall, hosted by Benjamin Law.

“I thought, why should I do that? This is a falsehood – I have never met the man. I don’t know what motivated him.”

Former actor Scott Brunton alleged he had “passed out” at Takei’s condo in the early ’80s and woke to find him groping his crotch.

But Takei continues to dispute the claims.

Fairfax reports Takei wanted to discuss the topic of sexual misconduct in Hollywood further, but was told not to by his managers.