Tuesday, 2 December 2014

Bill Cosby resigns from University board amid sexual allegations


Bill Cosby, 77  has resigned from the board of trustees of Temple University, his Alma Mater amid the scandal engulfing the comedian and television star.

In a statement, Cosby said “I have always wanted to do what would be in the best interests of the university and its students.”
"As a result, I have tendered my resignation from the Temple University Board of Trustees."

The resignation comes after two weeks in which a number of women, at least 20, have come forward with allegations of sexual assault against him. The board has accepted his resignation and thanked him for his service.

Cosby attended Temple University on an athletic scholarship before dropped out to start a  career as a stand-up comedian.

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