Russell Brand arrives in London for rape trial with his wife
Brand denies three rape charges, three sexual assault counts and one indecent assault count, alleged by six women.
Russell Brand arrived at Southwark Crown Court in London with his wife, Laura Gallacher. The 51-year-old is accused of groping women and forcing them into sexual acts over the 10 years from 1999 to 2009.
Jury selection is expected to begin on Monday. The trial could last up to 10 weeks.
Brand said nothing to reporters as he walked into the court. Brand denies three rape charges, three sexual assault counts and one count of indecent assault.
The allegations were made by six women. Brand has pleaded not guilty and is on bail.
His case is being overseen by High Court judge Justice Bennathan.
- 10 years, from 1999 to 2009
- Accused period
- Six women
- Accusers
- Southwark Crown Court, London
- Trial location
Why it mattersA jury will decide whether the charges are proven, after a trial that could run up to 10 weeks.
Corroborated byperthnow.com.au·thenightly.com.au
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