Russell Brand pleads not guilty to new sexual assault charges: What does this mean for his upcoming June 2026 trial? Details here

Russell Brand has pleaded not guilty to two new charges of rape and sexual assault at Southwark Crown Court in London, extending the legal troubles of the British entertainer. The 50-year-old appeared in court on Tuesday to enter his pleas, adding to a series of previous allegations that have been building for years.




The latest charges concern alleged incidents in 2009 involving two women in London, according to the Crown Prosecution Service. Brand confirmed his identity and entered his pleas from the dock while wearing a leopard print shirt and a fedora hat, a look that drew significant media attention.

These new counts come in addition to earlier allegations dating from 1999 to 2005, for which Brand has pleaded not guilty to two counts of rape, one count of indecent assault, and two counts of sexual assault. Those allegations involve four women and incidents reportedly taking place in London and Bournemouth. A trial for the original charges is scheduled to begin in June 2026, meaning Brand is now navigating multiple legal proceedings concurrently.




Investigations into Brand’s conduct were initiated following media reports in 2023, which examined the accounts of several women alleging sexual misconduct. The coverage prompted formal police inquiries, resulting in the current total of seven charges against the former comedian and actor. The case has since attracted widespread attention in both the UK and international press.




Brand’s earlier charges remain the focus of a trial set for June, while the newly added allegations will require separate legal handling. All charges against him remain allegations until proven in court. As the proceedings advance, court appearances and hearings are expected to continue dominating media coverage over the next several months.

Brand rose to fame in the UK as a stand-up comedian before becoming a household name on television, hosting shows including Big Brother’s Big Mouth and later radio programmes on major stations. He also established a Hollywood career, appearing in films such as Forgetting Sarah Marshall and Get Him To The Greek.