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Russell Brand was a 'sexual predator', says prosecution as rape trial begins

Russell Brand was a 'sexual predator', says prosecution as rape trial begins
BBC UK Wednesday 14 October 2026, 13:42 UTC 1 min read
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The comedian and actor faces charges including rape and sexual assault, which he denies.

The comedian and actor faces charges including rape and sexual assault, which he denies.
Russell Brand (PERSON)
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