Russell Brand accused of rape, sexual assaults and emotional abuse

Russell Brand leaves the Troubabour Wembley Park theatre in north-west London after performing a comedy set. Picture: James Manning/PA Wire

Actor and comedian Russell Brand has been accused of rape, sexual assaults and emotional abuse during a seven-year period.

Four women have alleged sexual assaults between 2006 and 2013, when Brand was at the height of his fame, working for BBC Radio 2 and Channel 4 as well as starring in Hollywood films.