Spectator Writer Faces Backlash for Article Linking Academic's Appearance to Visit to Sex Worker

Lloyd Evans, a writer for The Spectator, sparked controversy with his article detailing a visit to a sex worker after being distracted by Professor Lea Ypi's appearance during a lecture.

• Lloyd Evans described being distracted by Prof. Lea Ypi's appearance at a University of Cambridge lecture, leading him to visit a massage parlour.
• Prof. Ypi responded to the article on social media, criticizing the objectification and linking her appearance to the 'libido section' of The Spectator.
• Darwin College, where the lecture took place, expressed dismay at the article, calling it 'crude and offensive.'
• The article has received widespread condemnation from the academic community and the public, with many calling for an apology from The Spectator.
• Evans defended his article, claiming it was an exploration of contrasting life experiences, but admitted to feeling lonely and attracted to Prof. Ypi.

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