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Russell Brand’s Rape Trial Delayed to October
Mar 30, 2026 4:41am PT Russell Brand’s Rape Trial Delayed to October

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See All LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 30: Russell Brand departs Southwark Crown Court after pleading not guilty on May 30, 2025 in London, England. The charges relate to accusations of rape, indecent assault and sexual assault between 1999 and 2005. (Photo by Jeff Spicer/Getty Images) Getty Images

Russell Brand‘s trial on rape and sexual assault charges has been delayed until October. The comedian and actor was originally set to stand trial at London’s Southwark Crown Court starting June 16.

According to Sky News, the trial — which will combine all seven charges that have been brought against Brand in the last year — will now begin on Oct. 12. It is expected to last up to two months.

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