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How 2000s lad culture helped Russell Brand to hide in plain sight
The behaviour that formed the backdrop to Brand's prosecution also helped elevate him, writes the BBC's media editor Katie Razzall.
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British comedian Russell Brand found guilty of rape and three sexual assaults
British comedian Russell Brand was on Thursday, November 5, found guilty of rape and three sexual assaults by a London jury, including a 16-year-old girl. He now faces "significant" prison time, according to the judge.
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Katherine Ryan Feeling ‘Grief and Relief’ Over Russell Brand Conviction After Reportedly Calling Out His Behavior on Comedy Central
Years after Katherine Ryan reportedly confronted Russell Brand about alleged predatory behavior while working alongside him on Comedy Central’s “Roast Battle” in 2018, the comedian has spoken out following his conviction on rape and sexual assault charges. “It really made me feel just quite dysregulated again, caught off-guard, emotional, in awe of the survivors who […]
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Katherine Ryan says she feels 'grief and relief' after Russell Brand conviction
The comedian had previously spoken about an unnamed "predator" in the entertainment industry.
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Russell Brand’s Marriage to Katy Perry Blocked From Being Mentioned by Prosecution in Rape Trial
Russell Brand’s marriage to Katy Perry was reportedly blocked from being mentioned in the prosecution’s opening arguments in his London rape and sexual assault trial following objections from the comedian’s legal team. Brand, 51, was found guilty of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault at London’s Southwark Crown Court on Thursday, […]
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Bear Grylls Speaks Out on Russell Brand Verdict After Helping Baptize Him: ‘Justice Has Now Been Served’ and the Victims Are ‘Heroes’
Bear Grylls, the adventurer and TV host known for “Man vs. Wild,” has spoken out about Russell Brand’s rape and sexual assault conviction after he helped to baptize him in 2024. Brand was found guilty on Thursday of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault in his highly publicized London criminal trial. […]
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Producer Accused of ‘Laughing’ During Russell Brand Assault ‘Steps Back’ From Head of Comedy Role
A producer who is alleged to have laughed while Russell Brand put his head on a woman’s groin has stepped back from his role as head of comedy at the London production company behind Michaela Coel’s sexual assault drama “I May Destroy You.” Jack Bayles, head of comedy at Various Artists Limited, was said to […]
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'Sleazy', 'manipulative' and 'ruthless': Russell Brand convicted of rape, sexual assault
PRESS REVIEW – Friday, November 6: Italian, British, French and Bulgarian papers discuss the bomb threats that diverted multiple flights across Europe on Thursday. British papers discuss Russell Brand's rape and sexual assault conviction. Finally, kids in Hanoi chase tourists – not for money, but for vocabulary. Bonus: we learn a fun fact about chihuahuas.
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Russell Brand found guilty of rape and sexual assault
Brand is told to expect a prison sentence "of some length" and faces more rape allegations, it can now be reported.
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Russell Brand is being investigated over two new rape complaints, police say
Det Supt Andy Furphy said he hoped other potential victims would gain "courage" and "confidence" from the guilty verdicts.
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A jury finds actor Russell Brand guilty of a rape and three sexual assault
The British 'influence', which has denied all charges, faces new charges of rape
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British comedian and actor Russell Brand found guilty of rape
Prosecutors labeled Brand a sexual predator. He was charged in sexual assault cases spanning from 1999 to 2009.
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British actor and comedian Russell Brand is found guilty of rape and sexual assault
After the verdict was known, Judge Joel Bennathan announced that the 51-year-old man would be held in pretrial detention.
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Russell Brand found guilty of rape and sexual assault by UK court
British comedian was convicted by jury at London court of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault.
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British comedian Russell Brand found guilty of rape, sexual assault
A London jury on Thursday convicted British comedian and actor Russell Brand of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault.
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Russell Brand Found Guilty of One Count of Rape and Three Counts of Sexual Assault
Russell Brand, the former actor and comedian, was convicted Thursday on three counts of sexual assault and one count of rape in his London criminal trial. He was found not guilty of two other rape charges and a count of attempted indecent assault. Mr Justice Bennathan informed Brand that “obviously a custodial sentence of some […]
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Jury in Russell Brand rape trial begins considering verdicts
The media personality has been on trial for three weeks, after pleading not guilty to all charges.
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Russell Brand Is Not ‘Some Kind of Psychopath Who Rapes People and Thinks It’s Normal,’ Defense Lawyer Says in Closing Argument
Russell Brand’s lawyer has told the jury there is “no evidence” that the comedian is “some kind of psychopath who rapes people and thinks it’s normal” in his closing argument. “The fact he behaved normally during and after all of those ‘rapes’ tells you what you need to know. He believed they were all consenting,” […]
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Channel 4 documentary and journalists 'poisoned the well' against Russell Brand, court hears
Brand's defence barrister told jurors that Brand "had an immense amount of sex", but that "none of it was unlawful".