Mike Smith Charged with Sexual Assault in Canada
Mike Smith, the actor known for playing Bubbles on the Canadian mockumentary series Trailer Park Boys, has been charged with sexual assault. The 53-year-old was formally charged on October 2 in Halifax, Nova Scotia, in connection to an alleged incident from 2017.
Details of the Allegation
The alleged assault occurred in December 2017 in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. According to court documents obtained by CBC News, Smith was ordered by the court not to contact the victim, whose identity remains protected by a publication ban.
Response from Trailer Park Boys Production
"We are aware of the allegation concerning Mike Smith dating back to 2017 and take such matters seriously," a statement from Trailer Park Boys Inc. said. "We recognize how difficult an allegation of this nature is for all involved."
The company, responsible for the show’s production, merchandise, and streaming service, also announced that Smith has "stepped away" from his role as managing director. They added,
"Out of respect for the legal process, we will not comment further on the case."
About the Reporting
The information was reported by Charlotte Phillipp, a Weekend Writer-Reporter at PEOPLE who joined the outlet in 2024. She previously worked as an entertainment reporter at The Messenger.
Summary: Mike Smith, widely recognized as Bubbles from Trailer Park Boys, faces a 2017 sexual assault charge and has temporarily left his executive role, with the company respecting the ongoing legal process.