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Rivals Actor Keen to Get Back on Set After Criminal Case Dropped

BRISTOL CROWN COURT, GLOUCESTERSHIRE, ENGLAND, JUL 7 – The assault charge against Nigel Adams was dropped after his partner chose not to proceed, with the court formally entering a not guilty verdict last Monday.

  • On July 7, at Bristol Crown Court, actor Nigel Adams formally denied assault allegations involving his long-term partner Louise Payne.
  • The case followed Adams' arrest on June 4 at Berkeley Castle during filming of the Disney+ series Rivals, with Payne choosing not to press charges.
  • Prosecutor Christine Hart announced she would not present any evidence against Adams after Payne indicated she did not want to continue with the prosecution.
  • Judge William Hart officially declared Adams not guilty and informed him he was free to go, while Adams expressed relief that the matter had been resolved.
  • Adams and Payne, engaged for seven years, expressed relief and hope that Adams can resume filming Rivals and continue his acting career.
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Metro News broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Monday, July 7, 2025.
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