https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russell-brand-takes-the-stand-at-his-rape-and-sexual-assault-trialContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russell-brand-takes-the-stand-at-his-rape-and-sexual-assault-trialhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russell-brand-takes-the-stand-at-his-rape-and-sexual-assault-trial#u165929Sat, 31 Oct 2026 12:55:09 +0000Russell Brand has taken the stand at his trial in London, denying three counts of rape, three counts of sexual assault, and one count of attempted indecent assault. Testifying from the dock, Brand told the jury he was promiscuous and womanising at the time on the cusp of fame, but insisted that consent was fundamental to him. He revealed that no one agreed to testify on his behalf and that friends abandoned him. Brand stated that the entire legal ordeal has consumed his life and had a devastating impact.Why it mattersThe proceedings involve accusations from six different women who do not know