Russell Brand accused of rape, sexual assault

Comedian and actor Russell Brand has been accused of rape, sexual assaults and emotional abuse during a seven-year period at the height of his fame.
The allegations were made in a joint investigation by the Sunday Times, the Times and Channel 4’s Dispatches. Four women are alleging sexual assaults between 2006 and 2013, reports bbc.com. Brand has denied the allegations and said his relationships have been “always consensual”.
During the years covered by the allegations, Brand had various high-profile jobs at different times, including BBC Radio 2 and Channel 4, and as an actor in Hollywood films. (IANS)