London, May 2, 2025 (AFP) - UK comedian Russell Brand due in court on rape charges

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2025-05-02

British comedian and actor Russell Brand is due to appear in court in London on Friday charged with rape and other sexual offences. Brand, 49, who became known internationally as the husband of pop star Katy Perry after forging a career in Britain with his risque comedy routines, was charged last month. The celebrity, who is believed to now live in the United States, will face two counts of rape, two of sexual assault and one of indecent assault......

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