Russell Brand Claims His Past Self Was 'Captured By A Kind Of Darkness' As He Denies Rape Allegations Again

Russell Brand is reportedly no longer hosting a 2025 “Community” wellness festival, which was slated for July.

According to reports, the three-day event was quietly canceled, even though some tickets had already sold out to hundreds of eager participants.

The program cancellation was prompted by legal issues the comedian is currently dealing with. Russell Brand is facing accusations of serious crimes made by four women, with the incidents reportedly taking place from 1999 to 2005.

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Russell Brand’s Wellness Festival Will No Longer Hold

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Russell Brand, who has been under scrutiny due to these legal problems, was scheduled to lead a three-day wellness gathering in July. The event was planned to feature activities such as camping and discussions on spirituality, health, and environmental consciousness.

Many tickets for the event had already been purchased by eager participants, with some being bought for as much as £210, although early birds were able to secure them for £160.

Now, reports obtained by the Daily Mail reveal that the program has been quietly canceled, and links to the ticket pages are now defunct.

“Please note: this event has now been cancelled, more details may be contained in the event text below. If you have purchased tickets for this event, then please contact us on 0121 472 6688 or email [email protected],” read a cancellation notice from one of the ticketing platforms.

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Despite the notice indicating that the event will no longer be happening, Brand has yet to officially announce the decision on his social media pages or website.

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The Comedian Is Accused Of Multiple Sexual Offences

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In the meantime, the comedian has been occupied with his personal legal troubles with regard to multiple sexual accusations from his heyday in the entertainment industry.

On April 4, the Metropolitan Police confirmed that they had charged Russell with h rape, indecent assault, oral rape, and two counts of sexual assault related to accusations from four women.

“In 1999 a woman was raped in the Bournemouth area,” read the statement from the authorities.

“In 2001, a woman was indecently assaulted in the Westminster area of London. In 2004 a woman was orally raped and sexually assaulted in the Westminster area of London. Between 2004 and 2005, a woman was sexually assaulted in the Westminster area of London.”

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At the time, the authorities also urged anyone “affected by this case by this case, or anyone who has any information, to come forward.”

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Russell Brand Was Granted Bail Earlier In The Month

Underfire comedian Russell Brand , pictured here in 2010 in Edinburgh for a book signing for his second book "Booky Wooky 2". Allegations of rape and unwanted sexual behaviour have been levelled at Brand by the Sunday Times newspaper and Channel 4 Dispatch
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With regard to the charges, the comedian had a first hearing earlier this month, during which he was granted bail.

At the time, the charges against him were read out, which he listened to without showing any visible emotion. Suki Dhadda, the lead prosecutor in the case, also shared more details about the accusations.

According to the New York Times, she claimed that one of the women accused Brand of raping her in a hotel room during a British Labour Party conference in 1999, while another alleged that the comedian orally raped her in a bathroom stall at a party.

The third woman accused Brand of kissing her without consent and aggressively pressing his hand against her breast and buttocks.

At the end of the hearing, the case was referred to the Crown Court, with Brand scheduled to appear there on May 30.

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The Actor Said He Has Never Engaged In Nonconsensual Activity

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While Brand is yet to formally enter any plea, he has already denied the charges on a number of occasions.

His most recent denial occurred in April, when he released a lengthy video statement on his Instagram page.

“We’re very fortunate in a way to live in a time where there’s so little trust in the British government,” he began. “We’re very fortunate, I suppose, that this is happening at a time where we know that the law has become a kind of weapon to be used against people.”

The comedian went on to describe his former self as a “fool,” a “drug and sex addict,” and even an “imbecile.” However, he denied being a “rapist” and claimed that he has “never engaged in nonconsensual activity.”

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