Russell Brand rape trial and sentencing
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- Background
Russell Brand charged with rape and sexual assault offences in UK
In April 2025 the Crown Prosecution Service charged comedian Russell Brand with rape and sexual offences against women between 1999 and 2005.
- Background
Russell Brand pleads not guilty to rape and sexual assault charges
Russell Brand denied all charges at Southwark Crown Court in London on 3 June 2025, and a trial date was set for the following year.
Russell Brand jailed for 10 years and six months for rape and sexual assault
The comedian, 51, was sentenced at Southwark Crown Court for raping a fan and sexually assaulting three other women. Police say two more allegations are being investigated.

Russell Brand jailed for 10 years and six months for rape and sexual assault
Comedian Russell Brand has been sentenced at Southwark Crown Court after being convicted of rape and three counts of sexual assault. Here is what the judge said.

Russell Brand jailed for 10 years and six months for rape and sexual assault
A London judge called Russell Brand a "sexual predator" as he sentenced him to 10 years and six months for rape and three counts of sexual assault.