Broadcaster Play Launches Independent Inquiry Into Alleged Misconduct by ‘De Slimste Mens ter Wereld’ Contestant

Play investigates alleged boundary-crossing conduct by ‘De Slimste Mens ter Wereld’ contestant, Digi Mart USA News (Belgium): Social media has erupted over alleged boundary-crossing conduct by a content creator who is a candidate on the television program ‘De Slimste Mens ter Wereld’. Broadcaster Play, which airs the program, says in a statement that it is aware of the rumors.

The uproar began after an influencer posted several videos in recent days about the content creator in question. According to the influencer, she received messages from several women about alleged boundary-crossing behavior by the man.

The content creator is taking part in the current season of ‘De Slimste Mens ter Wereld’, which is broadcast by Play. The broadcaster says it takes such signals seriously.

“We are aware of posts on social media about alleged boundary-crossing behavior by a participant in ‘De Slimste Mens ter Wereld’.”

“We always take such signals seriously and review them carefully for all parties involved. We do not want to engage in a ‘trial by social media’ and will be guided by official authorities.”

The broadcaster has appointed a lawyer to examine the matter. “Until today, no formal complaint from an official authority has reached Play or Woestijnvis,” Play emphasized.

Digi Mart USA News has also not been made aware of any official complaints or judicial investigations against the man.

“Nevertheless, we have appointed Christine Mussche to conduct an independent external investigation as quickly as possible.”

Christine Mussche is the lawyer who also represented women who accused TV producer Bart De Pauw of boundary-crossing behavior. She said: “Such allegations must always be taken seriously, but premature conclusions can cause harm to all parties involved.”

“History teaches us that we must remain vigilant at all times to prevent irreparable human harm. Complaints belong with official authorities, where they are carefully examined with respect for everyone’s rights.”

Why has VRT NWS not disclosed the identity of the person concerned?

The identity of the content creator is known to the VRT NWS editorial team. Because the editorial team currently has no knowledge of official complaints or judicial investigations against the man, it is not disclosing his identity.