Shocking Allegations Made Against Michael Clifford

by Ahalya Narayanan - 15.06.2020 First Published 15,June 2020, 3:44 PM

Michael Clifford of 5 Seconds of Summer has been accused of sexual harassment. The guitarist/ vocalist of the Australian band has had a rough morning. In light of current affairs, problematic tweets and statements from Clifford’s past were made public.

The tweets, which have since been addressed by Michael Clifford, have been circulating the internet, being called homophobic and sexist. Clifford put out a statement earlier in the day, addressing his past behaviour: “I am so sorry for hurting anyone. It was never my intention. I was so naive and I am beyond sorry. I will continue to be better and I will continue to change. I never want to hurt anyone again.”

hi. I am so fucking sorry for all the dumb shit I did when I was younger. I am a different person now with a much better understanding of the world. some people have access to a digital megaphone a bit earlier than they should, unfortunately, I was one of them.
— michael clifford (@Michael5SOS) June 14, 2020

Leading from these allegations, an underage girl on Twitter accused Michael Clifford of molesting her after a concert. The allegations levied against Clifford have been heavily denied by him, his team and 5 SOS fans world over. The post read that Michael groped the girl in question when he and the members were walking through an arena after a concert. Michael has refuted these claims in his statement. Take a look.

holy shit. i am heartbroken to read these things that are being said – they are just BEYOND untrue. i was never allowed in the crowd i only ever watched at front of house – and i would've never EVER done that. i wouldf NEVER do anything like that. i'm so fucking upset
— michael clifford (@Michael5SOS) June 15, 2020

Fans have rallied behind Michael Clifford, no questions asked. And while 5SOS trends with close to half a million tweets on Twitter, fans are pleading with people to wait for the group to explain themselves. While Michael continues to be the focus of these allegations, fellow members Luke and Callum too, have been named.

if you’re unfollowing me cuz I still follow 5sos, give me time please, i’m waiting for them to say something, it’s hard to let go cuz they were the 5sosfam’s source of happiness a lot and also obviously we wouldn’t stan if we knew about this so don’t think that we’re horrible+
— niki is a multi (@otbsivan) June 15, 2020

The band is yet to put out an official statement. however, a statement from the group’s ex-manager has been doing the rounds.

i saw this post in facebook. former manager of 5sos pic.twitter.com/KHF6MggwcF
— malummalummalum (@KyuKyu69) June 15, 2020

The group has been riding a wave of success. They released a string of successful singles and their latest album “CALM” has also been received well.

While fans rally behind the band, many spectators are calling them out for dismissing the victim’s claims.

By: Ahalya Narayanan