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Russell Brand’s Criminal Trial Begins in London as He Faces Rape and Sexual Assault Charges

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Russell Brand’s Criminal Trial Begins in London as He Faces Rape and Sexual Assault Charges
Oct 12, 2026 1:13am PT Russell Brand’s Criminal Trial Begins in London as He Faces Rape and Sexual Assault Charges

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K.J. Yossman

@KJYossman See All LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 12: Russell Brand arrives at court ahead of his trial, where he faces rape and sexual assault charges at Southwark Crown Court on October 12, 2026 in London, England. Russell Brand has been charged with three counts of rape, three counts of sexual assault and one count of indecent assault. He has denied all charges (Photo by Leon Neal/Getty Images) Getty Images

Russell Brand has arrived to London’s Southwark Crown Court for the start of his criminal trial.

The former actor and comedian has been charged with three counts of rape, three counts of sexual assault and one count of indecent assault.

The charges were brought by the U.K.’s Crown Prosecution Service (similar to a D.A.) in April and December last year.

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