A friend of a woman who alleges Russell Brand raped her told the court that the woman described Brand as “quite aggressive” and said the alleged rape “really hurt.” Brand is facing rape and sexual assault allegations in a London trial; the claims have not been presented here as findings.
WHO:The woman’s friend
WHAT:Told the court that the woman described Russell Brand as “quite aggressive” and said the alleged rape “really hurt.”
WHEN:Reported Oct 22, 2026 at 7:00 AM ET
WHERE:London, United Kingdom
WHY:The friend gave evidence in the trial concerning the woman’s allegations against Brand.
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