Russell Brand arrives at court for start of rape trial

Russell Brand, a 51-year-old comedian and actor, arrived at Southwark Crown Court for his rape and sexual assault trial, facing multiple charges against six women from 1999 to 2009. He appeared in a navy suit with sunglasses, accompanied by his wife Laura, amid significant media presence. The trial, expected to last up to 10 weeks, begins with jury selection, and Brand pleaded not guilty during pre-trial hearings.