New Charges Filed Against Comedian Russell Brand

The Metropolitan Police have disclosed new accusations against comedian Russell Brand. He now faces an additional charge of rape and one of sexual assault involving two more women. These latest claims date back to 2009.

Background on Earlier Charges

Brand, renowned for his comedy and acting, has already denied five earlier charges. These include:

• Two counts of rape
• Two counts of sexual assault
• One count of indecent assault

The alleged incidents involving four women occurred between 1999 and 2005.

Upcoming Court Appearances

• January 20, 2026: Brand is scheduled to appear in court to address the new charges.
• June 16, 2026: The initial trial for the other charges is set for Southwark Crown Court.

Investigation and Support

The police began investigating these allegations following reports from:

• The Sunday Times
• The Times
• Channel 4's Dispatches (2023)

The women involved are receiving support from specially trained officers.

Russell Brand's Career

Brand's career skyrocketed with his comedy and hosting TV shows like:

• Big Brother's Big Mouth

He later transitioned into films, appearing in:

• Forgetting Sarah Marshall
• Get Him To The Greek

Broader Implications

This situation raises critical questions about:

• How allegations against public figures are handled.
• The importance of supporting those who come forward with serious claims.