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Russell Brand has arrived at Southwark Crown Court for the first day of his rape and sexual assault trial.
The 51-year-old comedian, actor and podcaster is accused of groping women and forcing them into sexual acts over a 10-year period from 1999 to 2009.
Brand pleaded not guilty to all charges at his pre-trial hearing.
The case is expected to last up to ten weeks.
Date: October 12, 2026
