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Russell Brand's wife tells his rape trial he is 'kind and a wonderful father'

Russell Brand's wife tells his rape trial he is 'kind and a wonderful father'

Summary

Laura Brand testified at Russell Brand’s trial that he is caring, kind and a wonderful father, and said he respected her when she did not want sex. A former girlfriend also described him as gentle and loving; Brand denies all charges and has pleaded not guilty.

Key Facts

  • Brand faces seven charges: three counts of rape, three counts of sexual assault and one count of attempted indecent assault.
  • Laura Brand gave evidence at Southwark Crown Court in London on Thursday.
  • Laura Brand told the jury she loves her husband and feels seen by him.
  • Laura Brand said Brand respected her when she did not want to be sexual with him.
  • Former girlfriend Elia Alvarez Diaz said they lived together for about a year, from 1998 to 1999.
  • Alvarez Diaz said Brand accepted it when she said no, and said their relationship ended after he repeatedly cheated on her.
  • The trial is continuing.
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