Russell Brand arrives at court for start of rape trial
Comedian and actor Russell Brand has appeared at London's Southwark Crown Court for the start of his trial on multiple charges of rape and sexual assault. The court has begun the process of jury selection, with the trial expected to last several weeks.
Why it matters
This is a high-profile legal case involving a well-known public figure and serious allegations of sexual misconduct.
Figure caption, Watch: Russell Brand arrives in court for start of rape trial
Russell Brand has appeared in court for the start of his rape and sexual assault trial.
The 51-year-old comedian and actor has been charged with three counts of rape, three charges of sexual assault and one allegation of indecent assault, which are alleged to have occurred between 1999 and 2009 in London and Bournemouth.
On Monday at London's Southwark Crown Court, the process of jury selection began.
The comedian and actor arrived at court wearing a grey suit and sunglasses, accompanied by his wife Laura.
There was a large media presence at the court. The trial is expected to commence on Wednesday.
Image source, Reuters Image caption, Brand arrived at Southward Crown Court with his wife Laura
There are six female complainants in the case.
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