Russell Brand has been charged with rape and two counts of sexual assault, the Metropolitan Police has confirmed.
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The 49-year-old has also been charged with one count of oral rape and one count of indecent assault.
The charges relate to four women between 1999 and 2005.
Brand has strongly denied the allegations against him, and he is now due to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Friday 2nd May.
Detective superintendent Andy Furphy, who is leading the investigation, said: "The women who have made reports continue to receive support from specially trained officers.
"The Met's investigation remains open and detectives ask anyone who has been affected by this case, or anyone who has any information, to come forward and speak with police. A dedicated team of investigators is available via email at CIT@met.police.uk.
"Support is also available by contacting the independent charity, Rape Crisis at 24/7 Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Line."
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