He is accused of sending communications of an indecent or grossly offensive nature on social media platform X to ex-England footballer and pundit Ward and TV and radio presenter Vine between January and March last year, with the intention of causing distress or anxiety.
Former footballer Joey Barton has appeared in court accused of sending offensive messages to TV personalities Lucy Ward and Jeremy Vine.
The 42-year-old stood in the dock, speaking only to give his name and date of birth at the start of the 20-minute hearing at Liverpool Crown Court.
