Former Soap Star Convicted on Nazi Salute | UK News

A former soap opera star, Damien Richardson, 57, lost his appeal after being convicted for making a Nazi salute at a Melbourne event in September 2024. Judge Kate Hawkins rejected his defense that the gesture was sarcastic, upholding the original conviction and ordering a community corrections assessment. Prosecutors argue the gesture caused real harm, while his lawyers claim he’s already been punished enough by public shaming and industry fallout. Sentencing is scheduled for September 1, with possible supervision, community service, or treatment on the table. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1fb2ccd47582102f