Renowned actor and comedian Russell Brand finds himself embroiled in a scandal, facing accusations of sexual assault and rape from four women.
The 48-year-old British star vehemently denied these allegations in a video message shared on his social media platforms on Friday, asserting that all his past relationships were "consensual."
Brand revealed that he had been contacted by several major media outlets regarding "very serious criminal allegations," which he characterized as a "litany of extremely egregious and aggressive attacks." The actor made this announcement on his social media platform, X, formerly known as Twitter.
According to a report by The Sunday Times, the four women allege that Brand sexually assaulted them between 2006 and 2013. These allegations have surfaced following a joint investigation by The Sunday Times, The Times, and Channel 4 Dispatches.
Brand, reflecting on the period of the alleged assaults, acknowledged that it was a time when he was "very, very promiscuous," a fact he has extensively discussed in his books. He emphasized, however, that his relationships during this period were "absolutely always consensual."
"To see that transparency metastasized into something criminal, that I absolutely deny, makes me question: is there another agenda at play?" Brand questioned in his video.
Following Brand's public denial of the rape accusations, several celebrities, including tech mogul Elon Musk, responded to his video. Musk's cryptic comment, "Of course. They dont like competition," added another layer to the unfolding drama.
Fox News Digital attempted to contact Brand's representatives for further clarification on his video but did not receive a response in time for publication.
The allegations against Brand are serious. One woman alleges that Brand raped her against a wall in his Los Angeles home, and she sought treatment at a rape crisis center the same day. Another accuser, a student who was 16 at the time, alleges that Brand assaulted her during a three-month relationship, during which she claims he was emotionally abusive and controlling.
Two other women have also accused Brand of sexual assault. One alleges that Brand threatened her with legal action if she spoke out about their encounter.
All four women have chosen to remain anonymous.
The women decided to speak out about Brands alleged sexual abuse after his popularity surged on social media platforms, where he has millions of followers. They claim they only decided to address the allegations after being approached by media reporters.
Brand, known for his roles in Hollywood films like "Get Him to the Greek" and "Forgetting Sarah Marshall," is currently married to Laura Gallacher, daughter of golfer Bernard Gallacher.
The couple, who wed in 2017, have two children together and announced in June 2023 that they are expecting their third child. Brand was previously married to pop star Katy Perry, but the couple separated after 14 months of marriage.
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