Actor and comedian Russell Brand has vehemently denied accusations of rape and sexual assault made by four women in an investigative report by The Sunday Times. The allegations span from 2006 to 2013, with Brand maintaining that all of his relationships during that time were consensual.

In a video shared on his social media platforms, the 48-year-old actor refuted the allegations, describing them as “extremely egregious and aggressive attacks.” He revealed that major media companies had contacted him regarding the accusations.

Brand acknowledged his promiscuous behavior during the mentioned period of his career but emphasized that all relationships he had were consensual. He noted that he was transparent about this fact then and remains so now.

The allegations came to light through a joint investigation by The Sunday Times, The Times, and Channel 4 Dispatches. One woman claimed that Brand had raped her against a wall in his Los Angeles home and sought treatment at a rape crisis center on the same day.

Another accuser, who was 16 years old at the time, alleged sexual assault by Brand during a three-month relationship characterized by emotional abuse and control. She claimed Brand had forced her to perform a sexual act.

A third woman accused Brand of sexual assault during their collaboration in Los Angeles and said he threatened legal action if she spoke out. The fourth woman made similar allegations but remained anonymous, as did the others.

Brand questioned the motivations behind the allegations, asking if another agenda might be at play. Following his video response, celebrities like Elon Musk reacted to his statement.

Russell Brand denied all accusations and has yet to provide further details or clarification regarding the situation.