Russell Brand: Comedian and actor pleads not guilty to rape and sexual assault charges

Russell Brand has pleaded not guilty to rape and sexual assault charges. He appeared in court in London today.

The British comedian is from Hambleden, Buckinghamshire. Last month, he was charged by post with several offenses. These include one count of rape, indecent assault, and oral rape. He also faces two counts of sexual assault.

The charges involve alleged incidents with four women between 1999 and 2005. Brand, 49, has been living in the US. At Southwark Crown Court, he stood still and looked ahead as he entered his pleas.

Brand has consistently denied any non-consensual sex since allegations surfaced two years ago. He is scheduled to stand trial in June 2026.

He previously told his