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Comedian Russell Brand faces six new sexual misconduct allegations from women, detailed in a Times investigation and a Netflix documentary, following his recent conviction for rape and sexual assault. While police assess additional criminal complaints, a petition calling for his release has gathered over 16,000 signatures, sparking public debate over the fairness of his sentencing.
Six additional women have accused comedian Russell Brand of sexual misconduct in a new investigation by The Times, days after he was sentenced to 10.5 years in prison for rape and sexual assault. The allegations, spanning 2005 to 2015, include claims of non-consensual sex, coercion, and physical assault. While Brand’s legal team did not respond to the new claims, police are assessing further information from potential victims. The case has prompted UK government officials to call for stricter protections in the entertainment industry.
Dame Judi Dench, 91, told The Times she wants to die in a theater dressing room after a performance, citing actor Newton Blick as an inspiration. She rejected the 'national treasure' label as demeaning and vowed to banish words like 'retire' and 'old.' Despite macular degeneration, she continues working, often pretending to see to avoid awkwardness. She also dismissed rumors of crying over her Bond exit, noting her 20-year run exceeded Roger Moore's tenure.
Ray Winstone disclosed to The Times that he once intervened when a director inappropriately touched a female co-star during a scene. The actor stated he told the director, 'Don't you dare do that,' noting the woman was 'a good kid' who seemed lost. Winstone explained that such issues were historically resolved by crew members or direct confrontation, acknowledging that the industry has changed since then. He also discussed his upcoming role in Season 2 of 'The Gentlemen,' noting the character's age and his own career longevity.
British actor Richard E. Grant has permanently cut off friends who avoided him following the 2021 death of his wife, Joan Washington. In a new interview, he described his approach to relationships as 'black and white,' stating he will never forgive those who distanced themselves during his grief. Grant, who still writes to his late wife nightly, also revealed he severed a 29-year friendship earlier this year over a toxic email. While some outlets frame this as a harsh betrayal, others view it as necessary self-preservation after significant loss.
The New York Times has licensed its editorial content to Amazon for use in its AI platforms, marking the first such agreement focused on generative AI technology, following a 2023 lawsuit by The Times against OpenAI and Microsoft over copyright issues.