Russell Brand’s trial: what we’ve heard and seen so far
Accused of assaulting six women, the former comedian and presenter denies all charges
TL;DR
- Russell Brand is on trial at Southwark crown court, accused of six sexual assaults, including rape, between 1999 and 2009.
- He denies all charges, pleading not guilty.
- The prosecution has characterized Brand as a "ruthless, calculated and manipulative predator."
- Two accusers have given evidence, describing alleged assaults in separate incidents.
- Brand's defense has suggested consensual encounters and questioned the complainants' accounts, with one defense barrister stating there was "no power imbalance."
- Brand has attended court with his wife, Laura, and has been observed listening intently to the proceedings.
- The trial has generated widespread international media coverage.