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‘Ruthless and Calculated’: Opening Statements Begin in Russell Brand Rape Trial

Rolling Stone · October 14, 2026 at 11:02 AM

The disgraced comedian and actor has pleaded not guilty to one count of indecent assault, three counts of rape, and three counts of sexual assault

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‘Ruthless and Calculated’: Opening Statements Begin in Russell Brand Rape Trial

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