Following the news that Russell Brand has been found guilty of rape, it has emerged that further allegations against the comedian are now being investigated.
On Thursday afternoon, the stand-up comic, actor and online commentator was found guilty of one count of rape and a further three counts of sexual assault.
It was later confirmed that an investigation into allegations of rape by two more women “remains ongoing”.
A spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police said: “The suspect has previously been interviewed under caution in connection with the allegations.
“Files have been submitted to the Crown Prosecution Service in relation to both complainants. Detectives remain in close contact with prosecutors as enquiries continue and further investigative work is carried out.”
Allegations of historic sexual misconduct against Brand were first made public more than three years ago, as part of a 2023 investigation by The Sunday Times and Channel 4’s Dispatches.
The Metropolitan Police then launched their own investigation, which resulted in Brand being formally charged in April 2025.
Last month, his trial began at Southwark Crown Court, where he faced charges that included three counts of rape, three of sexual assault and another count of attempted indecent assault.
Jurors began their deliberations on Tuesday, announcing on Thursday that he had been found guilty of one count of rape and three of sexual assault.
For the other charges – two counts of rape and one of attempted indecent assault – he was found not guilty.
Brand had pleaded not guilty to all of the charges levelled against him.
He is now in police custody, awaiting his sentencing on Monday, although judge Justice Bennathan has indicated that Brand will receive a prison term.
Russell Brand first rose to household name status in the UK in the 2000s, thanks to his presenting work on shows like Big Brother’s Big Mouth, Russell Brand’s Ponderland and the Brit Awards, as well as his stand-up comedy career and BBC Radio 2 podcast.
After a move into acting, he became known internationally thanks to roles in Forgetting Sarah Marshall and its spin-off Get Him To The Greek.
More recently, Brand has gained a following as an online personality on platforms like YouTube, where he offers his political commentary, including voicing his support for US president Donald Trump, as well his religious faith, having converted to Christianity in the last few years.
Help and support:
- Rape Crisis services for women and girls who have been raped or have experienced sexual violence – 0808 802 9999
- Survivors UK offers support for men and boys – 0203 598 3898
