Summary
Actor and comedian Russell Brand has been granted bail after being accused of two more sexual offence charges, including rape. He appeared in court via video link and has a trial scheduled for the original charges later this year. The new charges are said to have happened in London in 2009.
Key Facts
- Russell Brand faces two additional charges: one for rape and one for sexual assault.
- The alleged new offences occurred in London in 2009.
- Brand attended a court hearing via video link from the US.
- Brand confirmed his name and date of birth during the six-minute court session.
- He previously denied five charges related to offences between 1999 and 2005.
- His trial for these previous charges will take place at Southwark Crown Court.
- Investigations began after reports in September 2023 by the Sunday Times, the Times, and Channel 4's Dispatches.
- Brand gained fame as a comedian and actor, known for TV hosting and roles in Hollywood movies.
