British comedian Russell Brand sentenced to over 10 years for rape and sexual assault

Nov 9, 2026 · Kate Bartlett

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This is a court artist sketch by Elizabeth Cook of Russell Brand in the dock at Southwark Crown Court, in London, Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026.

Russell Brand, who became a celebrity darling in the early 2000s, was found guilty on one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault in a case brought by six women.

(Image credit: Elizabeth Cook)