French pop star and actor Patrick Bruel has been formally charged over several allegations of sexual violence, including rape and sexual harassment. The 67-year-old, who denies all the claims, has been released on conditional bail which forbids him from visiting "massage parlours".

Le chanteur de 67 ans est visé par des accusations de viols et d’agressions sexuelles par plusieurs femmes. Il est entendu dans les locaux du 1er district de la police judiciaire…

Patrick Bruel has been questioned since Monday morning over newly uncovered matters now before the courts, the Nanterre public prosecutor’s office said.

At least 13 women have accused the star of rape, attempted rape and sexual assault