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Russell Brand Faces New Rape Charge
23 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Russell Brand was charged with two additional offences, including rape.
- These new charges stem from allegations by two more women.
- He is scheduled to appear in court on January 20, 2026.
The Metropolitan Police confirmed that Russell Brand has been charged with two further offences. The Crown Prosecution Service has authorized these new charges, which include one count of rape and one count of sexual assault. These allegations stem from two additional women.
Previously, the comedian and actor had pleaded not guilty to five charges. These earlier charges involved two counts of rape, two counts of sexual assault, and one count of indecent assault, relating to four other women.
Russell Brand, aged 50, is scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on January 20, 2026. This court appearance will be in relation to the two newly added charges.
