I wanted to respond to more recent allegations appearing in the press about my use of an earpiece. The matter is in the hands of my libel lawyers, but I know some of my fans are questioning me and believing what they read in the press. I have done and will continue to wear an earpiece (as well as a microphone) when my shows are being filmed for TV or when I am touring in a new production or a new theatre. This is entirely normal and allows me to take stage direction and cues ...from my Stage Director. Just to be clear, I have never received anything other than stage direction or cues from my Stage Director through an earpiece. I have never been fed stories as is alleged from ‘plants’ or from lighting technicians (as alleged in the Dublin show). I am not a cheat or a fraud or a fake or a con artist, as alleged, and hope to continue to entertain my fans for many years. I also wanted to thank you all for the messages of support during this upsetting time. xSx