Russell Brand Faces Court: Denies All Charges

Russell Brand, a prominent British actor and comedian, pleaded not guilty to charges of rape and sexual assault in a London court on Friday. The allegations involve four women over two decades ago.

Brand, aged 49, denied the five charges brought against him, including two counts of rape and other sexual offenses dating from 1999 to 2005. He is set to stand trial in June 2026.

Brand maintains his innocence, insisting previous claims were false and emphasizing his past as a sex addict but not a rapist. Investigations continue following further allegations reported in September 2023.

(With inputs from agencies.)