# Russell Brand Rape Trial Begins

> British actor Russell Brand faces trial for sexual assault charges against six women.
- Title: Russell Brand Rape Trial Begins · New York Post | Shortify
- Summary: British actor Russell Brand faces trial for sexual assault charges against six women. Russell Brand is accused of raping six women in incidents from 1999 to…
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- Source: New York Post — https://nypost.com/2026/10/13/world-news/rape-trial-to-kick-off-against-british-actor-russell-brand
- Published: 2026-10-13T22:25:18+00:00
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- Topics: russell brand, rape trial, southwark crown court, sexual assault, london, british actor, 6 women, news, entertainment
## Rape Trial Starts
A London rape trial against British comedian Russell Brand is set to begin Wednesday with opening statements.
## Charges Against Brand
Brand faces three rape, three sexual assault, and one indecent assault charge tied to incidents from 1999 to 2009.
## Trial Details
The trial will take place at Southwark Crown Court in London with a jury of eight men and four women.
## Brand's Defense
Brand has pleaded not guilty and claims all sexual encounters were consensual, despite being out on bail.
## Key takeaway

Russell Brand is accused of raping six women in incidents from 1999 to 2009 and is set to begin a trial in London.