Russell Brand told a woman "it's just fun" as he raped her in a hotel room during the 1999 Labour party conference, a court has heard. The allegation emerged as Brand faces three charges of rape, three of sexual assault, and one of indecent assault against six women, spanning 10 years from 1999 to 2009. The 51-year-old comedian denies all charges and has pleaded not guilty.
The Alleged Assault at the 1999 Labour Party Conference
The woman, whose video interview from 27 September 2023 was played at Southwark Crown Court, told detectives she met Brand at a fringe cabaret event in Bournemouth. She was not attracted to the then-unknown performer, assuming he was gay, but found him polite and intelligent. They went back to her hotel room to continue their conversation. The background to this story is set out in Russell Brand Trial: Jury Sworn In for Rape Charges. A related thread runs through Russell Brand Trial: Key Revelations from Court So Far. Earlier coverage in Russell Brand Accuser Testifies in Court on MTV Assault shows how the argument developed.
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She described how she "froze" when she returned from the toilet to find Brand partly naked and "prancing around" like an ostrich. He asked her to take photographs of him and said, "Don't worry, I'm mostly naked at home." She said she felt sick and dirty as he assaulted her despite her pleas: "Get off me, please stop. It hurts." A closer look at the same subject appears in Russell Brand Trial: Rape and Sexual Assault Charges Begin. Anyone following the wider picture can start with Melbourne Rape Trial: Alleged Victim Wanted to ‘Take Him for All. The same theme surfaces in Alan Jones Trial: Wardrobe Kiss Allegation in Crown Suite, which takes a different angle.
Brand's Denial and Legal Proceedings
Brand fixed his gaze on a TV screen as the video was played. He denies all charges and has pleaded not guilty. The trial continues. Context on how this played out before sits in Melbourne Rape Trial: Alleged Victim's Credibility Questioned. A companion piece, Melbourne rape trial reveals alleged victim sought financial gain, approaches the same subject from another angle.
Key Takeaways from the Trial So Far
- Russell Brand faces multiple charges of rape and sexual assault against six women.
- The alleged incidents span from 1999 to 2009.
- Brand denies all charges and has pleaded not guilty.
- The trial is taking place at Southwark Crown Court.
- Video interviews of accusers are being presented as evidence.
Comparing the Charges Against Russell Brand
| Charge | Number of Counts | Time Period |
|---|---|---|
| Rape | 3 | 1999-2009 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 1999-2009 |
| Indecent Assault | 1 | 1999-2009 |
FAQ
What charges does Russell Brand face?
Russell Brand faces three charges of rape, three of sexual assault, and one of indecent assault against six women. The allegations span from 1999 to 2009.
Has Russell Brand pleaded guilty?
No, Russell Brand has pleaded not guilty to all charges and denies all allegations.
Where is the trial taking place?
The trial is taking place at Southwark Crown Court in London.
As the trial continues, more details are expected to emerge. GrandGoldman will provide updates as the case progresses.
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