Women’s charity cuts ties with Russell Brand after allegations of rape and abuse

Women’s charity cuts ties with Russell Brand after allegations of rape and abuse (Russell Brand/PA)

A charity that aims to end violence against women has cut ties with supporter Russell Brand after he was accused of rape, sexual assaults and emotional abuse during a seven-year period at the height of his fame.

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