Derek Acorah

Biography

Derek Francis Johnson, known professionally as Derek Acorah, was a British spiritual medium born on 27 January 1950. He is best known for his television work on Most Haunted, a paranormal investigation series, from 2002 to 2010. Acorah's career as a medium was marred by allegations of fakery and controversy. He had a notable football career, playing for Liverpool's academy side before his career was cut short by injury.