Russell Brand is facing serious accusations of rape, sexual assaults, and emotional abuse from four women. These alleged offenses are said to have taken place between 2006 and 2013, during the height of his fame. Despite these claims, Russell vehemently denies any wrongdoing in a video posted on X, a platform with 11.1 million followers, and his YouTube channel, which has a fanbase of 6.6 million.
The allegations against Russell Brand are the result of a collaborative investigation by The Sunday Times, The Times newspapers, and Channel 4 Dispatches. A documentary exploring these claims, titled ‘Russell Brand: In Plain Sight: Dispatches’, is scheduled to air at 9pm UK time on Saturday (16.09.23).
Russell is accused of committing these acts while working as a presenter for BBC Radio 2 and Channel 4 and during his time as a Hollywood actor in films such as ‘Get Him to the Greek’ and ‘Forgetting Sarah Marshall’. Additional claims have been made against him, with women coming forward to accuse him of controlling, abusive, and predatory behavior.
Responding to the allegations, Russell released a video clarifying that all of his relationships during a period of promiscuity were consensual. One woman alleges that Russell raped her in his Los Angeles home, with medical records showing she sought help at a rape crisis center. Another woman claims he assaulted her when she was 16, referring to her as “the child” during an emotionally abusive relationship. A third woman accuses Russell of sexually assaulting her while they worked together in Los Angeles, and he allegedly threatened legal action if she spoke out. The fourth woman describes being sexually assaulted by Russell and enduring physical and emotional abuse.
The Times reports that there are other women who have accused Russell of physical and emotional abuse, sexual harassment, and bullying. The investigation notes that most of these women have chosen to remain anonymous.