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Russell Brand says he had ‘exploitative’ consensual sex with girl, 16, at height of his fame

Russell Brand says he had ‘exploitative’ consensual sex with girl, 16, at height of his fame

Summary

Russell Brand said he had consensual sex with a 16-year-old girl when he was 30 and described the experience as “exploitative.” He faces trial in October on multiple charges of rape and sexual assault, which he denies.

Key Facts

  • Russell Brand admitted to having sex with a 16-year-old girl when he was 30.
  • He called the experience “exploitative” due to the power difference between them.
  • Brand faces charges including three counts of rape, three counts of sexual assault, and one count of indecent assault.
  • The alleged incidents date from 1999 to 2009.
  • His trial is set to start on October 12 at Southwark Crown Court.
  • Six women have accused Brand of sexual crimes, and they will give evidence at the trial.
  • Brand denies all the charges against him.
  • The age of consent in the UK is 16, but it is 18 in cases involving adults in positions of trust.
  • Brand has a home in Buckinghamshire but currently lives in the United States and is out on bail awaiting trial.
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