Comedian Bill Cosby has issued a new statement as women continue to add their names to the list of sexual abuse and inappropriate behavior accusers speaking out about him, insisting the scandal will not bring his ongoing stand-up tour to a premature end. As the comic’s lawyers reportedly prepare to file dismissal papers to end three defamation cases against Cosby from women who were called liars when they came forward with their decades-old accusations, the actor/comic, who has never been charged of any crime in relation to the claims, has reached out to his supporters.
In a new statement, the 77 year old writes, “Dear Fans: For 53 years you have given me your love, support, respect and trust. Thank you! I can’t wait to see your smiling faces and warm your hearts with a wonderful gift – LAUGHTER. I’m ready!”
Cosby also thanked fans in Louisiana and staff at the Heymann Performing Arts Center in Lafayette, Louisiana, for refusing to postpone his Friday night show, amid a series of gig cancellations linked to his sexual abuse scandal.
He added, “Hey, Hey, Hey – I’m far from finished.”
