British actor and comedian Russell Brand, aged 50, is facing two new charges, including rape and sexual assault, according to an announcement from the British police. These allegations relate to alleged incidents from 2009 and involve different women. Brand has pleaded not guilty to five previous charges, including two counts of rape and two counts of sexual assault, related to four women, and the trial for these is scheduled to begin on June 16, 2026. British authorities launched an investigation following reports in September 2023, and Brand is set to appear in court on January 20 for the new charges. Brand is known for his career in stand-up comedy and for roles in films such as 'Forgetting Sarah Marshall.'
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Noi acuzații de viol și agresiune sexuală pentru comediantul britanic Russell Brand
UK authorities bring new charges of rape and sexual assault against Russell Brand
Russell Brand Charged With New Rape and Sexual Assault Crimes
Russell Brand charged with new rape and sexual assault offences
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