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Russell Brand testifies in court, denying charges of rape and sexual assault

Russell Brand testified in a London court on October 28, 2026, denying multiple charges of rape and sexual assault. He acknowledged a past obsession with sex but stated that the allegations have severely affected his life.

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Russell Brand testified in a London court on October 28, 2026, denying multiple charges of rape and sexual assault. He acknowledged a past obsession with sex but stated that the allegations have severely affected his life.

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Loaded-language score 14/100
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Inflammatory language 29/100
Sentiment -50/100

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Russell Brand denies all charges as he testifies at his rape and sex assault trial

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Russell Brand testifies in court, denying charges of rape and sexual assault