Russell Brand sexual assault and rape trial

Russell Brand's trial opens at Southwark Crown Court on multiple rape and sexual assault charges from 1999-2009 involving six women; Brand pleads not guilty.

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Oct 15, 2026
Jury selection begins in Russell Brand rape and assault trial at Southwark Crown Court.
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Prosecutors say Russell Brand used charm, celebrity and force to sexually assault six women between 1999 and 2009.
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Jury selection begins in Russell Brand rape and assault trial

Russell Brand’s trial is beginning at Southwark Crown Court, where he faces three rape charges, three sexual assault charges and one indecent assault charge involving six women and allegations dating from 1999 to 2009. Brand has pleaded not guilty to all charges; the trial is expected to last up to 10 weeks.

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Russell Brand rape, assault trial opens

Russell Brand trial opened 14 Oct 2026 at Southwark Crown Court on 7 charges—3 rape, 3 sexual assault, 1 indecent assault—involving 6 women, 1999-2009.

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