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Copperfield says he canceled shows over money

Denies claim that cancellations were due to rape allegations

updated 12:19 a.m. ET Nov. 9, 2007

LOS ANGELES - A representative for David Copperfield on Thursday denied a promoter’s claim that the illusionist canceled shows to avoid media scrutiny over a rape allegation.

Copperfield canceled the overseas tour because the promoters failed to pay him and canceled a segment of the tour without the performer’s consent, Glenn Bunting said.

Copperfield is being sued by Viva Art International and Maz Concerts for nearly $2.2 million after he pulled out of 48 shows in the Mideast and Asia.

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The suit claims Copperfield backed out because he didn’t want to face questions from reporters over a rape claim. A 21-year-old woman last month told authorities he raped her in July at his estate in the Bahamas.

An attorney for Copperfield has denied the allegations, and no charges have been filed.

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