Russell Brand tells trial it was wrong to use fame to ‘facilitate’ sex with women
Summary
Russell Brand testified at Southwark Crown Court that he had wrongly used his fame to facilitate sex, but denied seven charges of rape and sexual assault involving six women. He said consent was essential and described the case as deeply traumatic; the trial concerns allegations dating from 1999 to 2009.Key Facts
- Brand gave evidence for about four hours on Wednesday.
- He denies all seven charges, which involve six women.
- The allegations span a 10-year period beginning in 1999.
- Brand said he had misused his position and described his past behavior as reckless.
- He said consent is essential and can be withdrawn at any time.
- Brand said he could not remember some alleged incidents and recalled consensual encounters in others.
- He acknowledged using the word “tart” in a phone contact entry for a woman who accuses him of rape.
- The article reports that Brand discussed inconsistencies in his recollection during cross-examination.
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