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Sex was 'huge preoccupation for Russell Brand', ex-flatmate tells trial

The 51-year-old faces three counts of rape, three charges of sexual assault and one of indecent assault, which he denies.

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Sex was 'huge preoccupation for Russell Brand', ex-flatmate tells trial

Owned by British Broadcasting Corporation. Added October 16, 2026 at 8:02 AM EDT.

The 51-year-old faces three counts of rape, three charges of sexual assault and one of indecent assault, which he denies.

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