Justice · London, United Kingdom · November 5, 2026

Russell Brand found guilty of rape and sexual assault

Reported by 9 outlets · first reported Nov 5, 11:15 AM ET

A London jury convicted comedian Russell Brand of one count of rape and three of sexual assault. The offenses involved four women between 2005 and 2009. Brand, 51, denied the charges. The judge said he will receive a prison term. Police are investigating two more allegations.

Why it matters

The verdict follows years of allegations against a major public figure.

Background

Allegations became public in 2023.

The story so far

1. Nov 5Russell Brand found guilty of rape and sexual assault
2. Nov 6Russell Brand convicted; police expect more victims
3. Nov 9Russell Brand sentenced to 10.5 years
4. Nov 10Russell Brand jailed for 10 years six months

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Sources

• Euronews ↗Nov 5, 12:42 PM ET
• CBS News ↗Nov 5, 11:18 AM ET
• NPR ↗Nov 5, 11:15 AM ET

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