Six additional women have accused Russell Brand of sexual misconduct and predatory behavior, according to a new investigation published by The Times and The Sunday Times. The allegations emerged just days after the 51-year-old comedian was sentenced to 10 years and six months in prison for raping one woman and sexually assaulting three others.
The accounts, which could not be reported until the criminal trial concluded to avoid prejudicing proceedings, describe a consistent pattern of behavior in which Brand allegedly ignored or overrode women’s boundaries. One woman, identified as Alex, said Brand had sex with her without a condom despite her saying “no, stop”; she alleges he later apologized in person and by text message. Another woman, who met Brand at a comedy gig in 2007 when she was 19, said he continued during intercourse after she told him it was painful and asked him to stop, allegedly telling her afterward: “Tonight was consensual. Nobody did anything they didn’t want to do”.
Half of the new accusers said they met Brand at his live shows, where he would use his fame to pick up women. Most approached journalists after the original 2023 investigation, which ultimately contributed to his conviction.
Brand’s legal representatives initially indicated they would consider seeking injunctive relief but did not respond to the allegations by an agreed deadline, despite further requests for comment. He has consistently denied wrongdoing and previously claimed his sexual encounters were consensual.
The Metropolitan Police confirmed that several people made fresh criminal allegations during the trial and that officers are assessing the complaints. The force is already investigating separate rape allegations from two other women, and Brand has been interviewed under caution in connection with those complaints.
During sentencing at Southwark Crown Court, Mr Justice Bennathan described Brand as a “sexual predator” and praised the “determination and bravery” of the women who testified. “Whatever women wear, wherever they go, indeed whatever they drink, they retain the right to say ‘no,’” the judge said.
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