Actor and comedian Russell Brand is going to face a sexual assault case, and a U.S. judge has ordered him to take a deposition. As per the New York court, the deposition of Brand has been scheduled for February 25, 2025. Weeks before Brand’s deposition, on January 21, 2025, the accuser would give her statement, as court documents obtained by a magazine show.
Jane Doe filed the case in November 2023, stating that on the set of a film Russell was shooting in 2010, he exposed himself in front of the actors and the crew. According to her, Russell was coming to the set with vodka bottle in his hand; he looked drunk and reeked of alcohol. Moreover, the alleged victim also reports that when a crew member was standing by the door, he entered the bathroom where she was and sexually assaulted her. She claims to be extremely embarrassed, ashamed, and fearful because of the incident. According to reports, the incident occurred during the filming of the comedy Arthur, in which Russell acted.
The allegations have been denied by Russell Brand, whose lawyer claims that he was just acting drunk as part of his character. According to the lawyer, Brand had to pretend to be drunk to play the role of Arthur Bach, which was first portrayed by Dudley Moore in the 1981 movie. However, the lawyer was quick to point out that Brand did not take drugs or drink during filming.
The complaint has been outstanding for more than a year now, and Russell is requesting that the complaint be dismissed based on the delay of the accuser. However, the judge, during the last session that took place on December 3, granted Jane Doe extra time to pursue her case.
