Max Clifford says the allegations are `` very damaging '' and `` totally untrue '' Savile , who hosted popular BBC children 's TV programs including `` Jim 'll Fix It '' and `` Top of the Pops , '' was a household name in Britain for decades . The publicist did n't detail the accusations , except to say they dated from 1977 . Clifford's lawyer said in a statement that he was "shocked by these new claims" but declined further comment. A major police inquiry was sparked by a scandal involving late TV host Jimmy Savile .
Max Clifford says the allegations are `` very damaging '' and `` totally untrue '' The publicist did n't detail the accusations , except to say they dated from 1977 . Clifford's lawyer said in a statement that he was "shocked by these new claims" but declined further comment. A major police inquiry was sparked by a scandal involving late TV host Jimmy Savile .