Brand: Day 14 - Wife gives evidence
Laura Brand describes her husband as caring and kind. The jury also hears a former girlfriend’s account of their relationship
Russell Brand's wife gives character evidence in his trial.
A warning this podcast contains strong language and references to sexual activity.
Laura Brand tells the jury about their relationship, describing her husband as caring, kind and attentive. During cross-examination, the prosecution questions her about their relationship and previous public statements.
The jury also hears from a former girlfriend who describes Brand as promiscuous and unfaithful, but says he accepted it when she refused sex.
Russell Brand faces three counts of rape, three counts of sexual assault and one count of attempted indecent assault relating to six women. He denies the allegations and has pleaded not guilty to all charges.
Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty reports on day fourteen of the trial at Southwark Crown Court.
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Host: Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty
Series Producer: Louise Clarke
Digital Journalist: Jem Westgate
Production coordinator: Ellie Dover
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Technical Producer: Mark Burrows
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Editor: Clare Fordham
Commissioning Producer: Adam Eland
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