Archive · 31 May 2025
Russell Brand Pleads Not Guilty to Rape Charges
Russell Brand, a comedian, has pleaded not guilty to rape and sexual assault charges.
He is accused by four women of incidents that reportedly occurred between 1999 and 2005.
Brand has denied the charges and a trial is set to begin June 3, 2026.
The alleged incidents took place in London and Bournemouth.
Russell Brand pleaded not guilty to rape and sexual assault charges.
The charges involve incidents alleged to have occurred between 1999 and 2005.
Four women have accused Brand of offenses.
The alleged incidents occurred in London and Bournemouth.
Brand's trial is scheduled for June 3, 2026.
- Who
- Actor and comedian Russell Brand
- What
- Brand pleaded not guilty to rape, sexual assault, and indecent assault charges.
- When
- Incidents alleged between 1999 and 2005; trial scheduled for June 2026.
- Where
- Southwark Crown Court, London, and Bournemouth
- Why
- Brand was charged after allegations from multiple women.
Accusers
Defendant
Allegations vs. Denial
Accusers
Accusations of non-consensual sexual acts.
Defendant
Brand's denial of all charges and assertion of innocence.
- Defendant
- Russell Brand
- Charges
- Rape, sexual assault, indecent assault
- Number of Accusers
- Four
- Alleged Incident Years
- 1999-2005
- Trial Date
- June 3, 2026
- Locations
- London and Bournemouth
