💨 Abstract

Russell Brand, 50, pleaded not guilty to two additional sexual offenses, including rape, at Southwark Crown Court. The charges, alleged to have occurred in London in 2009, add to five previous charges he faces, with a trial set for June 16, 2026. Brand has maintained his innocence, claiming any encounters were consensual. Investigations began in September 2023 following multiple allegations.

Courtesy: Alana Anderson