Rusell Brand tells police he had ‘countless sexual encounters’ in never-before-seen interview before rape conviction

See more of our coverage in your search results. Russell Brand told police he had “countless sexual encounters” — often with people he “just met” — in a video interview that authorities released shortly after his rape and sexual assault conviction on Thursday. In the Dec. 14, 2023 footage obtained by Page Six, the disgraced comedian read a long written statement to officers interviewing him about multiple criminal allegations. “As I’ve repeatedly stated publicly, I led a very promiscuous life in the past, which I’ve spent years openly denouncing. I’ve never engaged in non-consensual sexual activity,” he began with his lawyer by his side. Russell Brand was interviewed by police in Dec. 2023 in a never-before-seen video that authorities released after he was convicted of rape and sexual assault on Thursday. Metropolitan Police During the interview, Brand (seen here) told cops that he had “countless sexual encounters,” often with people he “just met.” Metropolitan Police Brand, 51, called Channel 4 and The Times’ bombshell 2023 investigation into him “defamatory and fictitious,” labeling the rape and sexual assault allegations “invented or reimagined.” “At present, I don’t recall the names of the complainants or meeting them,” he continued. “However, it’s entirely possible that I may have encountered them, and we may have engaged in consensual sexual activity, or physical contact.” The “Stay Free” podcaster, who pointed out that he was being interviewed on “events that allegedly took place between 14 and 16 years ago,” admitted that his past encounters with “interested members of the public [were] friendly, consensual and warm.” He also said the encounters typically involved “physical contact at live shows, press events, junkets and book signings.” Brand (pictured here in 2005) admitted he “led a very promiscuous life in the past, which I’ve spent years openly denouncing.” FilmMagic But Brand (seen above in 2006) insisted he’s “never engaged in non-consensual sexual activity.” PA Images via Getty Images Brand went on, “I did my best to be accessible and non-discriminatory and loving. I spent a lot of time at these events. I’ve shared kisses with hundreds of numbers of the public during press events.” The “Forgetting Sarah Marshall” actor also told cops he “routinely made provocative jokes or comments” to people and would “on occassion, find reasons for leaving or asking partners in casual sexual encounters to leave shortly after the experience concluded.” Brand then claimed his “consensual encounters” have been “unfavorably reframed decades later.” At the end of the video, Brand told police, “I do not intend to respond to your questions without sufficient time to consider the information to answer accurately.” Brand (seen here arriving at a London court with wife Laura on Thursday) told cops he’s “shared kisses with hundreds of numbers of the public during press events.” Getty Images Brand claimed his “consensual encounters” have been “unfavorably reframed decades later.” (A courtroom sketch of Brand is pictured here). ZUMAPRESS.com On Thursday, Brand was convicted on one rape charge and three counts of sexual assault after his three-week trial in London. He was found guilty of raping a woman at his former home in London in 2009. The victim claimed they had consensual sex before Brand anally raped her and refused to “stop.” Brand was found guilty of rape and three counts of sexual assault after his trial in London. ZUMAPRESS.com Brand denied all allegations against him before and during his trial. ZUMAPRESS.com Want more celebrity and pop culture news? Start your day with Page Six Daily. Thanks for signing up! Brand, during Thursday’s verdict, was found not guilty of two other rape charges and a count of attempted indecent assault. Brand, who is facing “significant” prison time, was remanded in custody and will be sentenced on Monday. The Met Police has announced Brand is under investigation for two additional rape accusations, including one made by a 16-year-old. Brand’s wife Laura supported him throughout his trial. ZUMAPRESS.com Met Police announced Thursday that Brand is facing two additional rape accusations. ANDY RAIN/EPA/Shutterstock Brand’s legal troubles began in 2023 when the Met Police launched a criminal investigation into allegations against him ranging from 1999 to 2009. He denied all allegations both before and during his trial. “Consent is fundamental, essential, necessary, and indeed in many ways more important than sex itself,” he said during his testimony. If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call the Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-330-0226. Community Guidelines Welcome to the Page Six Community! Our community is about connecting people through open and thoughtful conversations. We want our readers to share their views and exchange ideas in a safe space. In order to do so, we've created a simple set of rules that will improve your experience. Simply put, keep it civil. 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