Russell Brand, comedian and social influencer, faces allegations of rape, sexual assault, and abuse from four women during his peak fame years.
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Brand vehemently denies the allegations, insisting that all his relationships were consensual.
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The allegations were revealed through a joint investigation by The Sunday Times, The Times of London, and Channel 4's "Dispatches."
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One woman claims she was sexually assaulted when she was 16 during her relationship with Brand, while another alleges rape in Los Angeles in 2012.
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The accusers, whose identities are not disclosed, decided to come forward after being approached by reporters,
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with some citing Brand's growing prominence as an online wellness influencer as a reason for speaking out.
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More women have reportedly contacted The Times of London with additional allegations against Brand, which will be investigated.
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Brand's talent agency, Tavistock Wood, severed all professional ties with him following the allegations, revealing that they were aware of them since 2020.
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Book publisher Bluebird, responsible for Brand's publications, has paused all future publishing collaborations with him due to the serious allegations.
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U.K. legislator Caroline Nokes has called for criminal investigations into the allegations, emphasizing the need to hold perpetrators accountable.
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A women's charity, Stay Free Foundation, which Brand was associated with,
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terminated its association with him, prioritizing support for women affected by violence and abuse.
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Despite the allegations, Brand performed a sold-out comedy show and received cheers from the audience.
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