Russell Brand Faces New Rape and Sexual Assault Charges
British actor and comedian Russell Brand has been charged with additional sex offences, including rape and sexual assault, related to two women, following five initial charges involving four women from over two decades ago. He is scheduled to appear in court in January 2026, with a trial for the earlier charges set for June 2026. Brand has denied non-consensual activity and has been under investigation since September 2023.