Florid language and long silences: five things we learned from week three of Russell Brand’s rape trial
Summary
Russell Brand denied all charges as he gave evidence in his trial at Southwark Crown Court, while acknowledging that he had misused his fame to facilitate sexual activity. His wife, Laura Brand, testified about their relationship, and jurors heard extracts from his book and past media appearances. The article describes changes in Brand’s manner during cross-examination and reports on evidence presented in the trial’s third week.Key Facts
- Brand faces three rape charges, three sexual assault charges and one attempted indecent assault charge involving six women; he denies all charges.
- The allegations cover a period of 10 years, from 1999.
- Brand told the court that consent was essential and said he was innocent of the charges.
- Brand said he had misused his fame and success to facilitate sexual activity with women.
- Laura Brand testified that they began a relationship in 2006, split in 2007, reunited in 2015 and married in 2017.
- Laura Brand described her husband as a wonderful father and attentive husband.
- The article says Brand used florid language in his evidence and paused for long periods during cross-examination.
- The prosecution presented extracts from Brand’s 2007 book, My Booky Wook, and comments he had made in media appearances.
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