Posted on 11/09/2026 9:58:06 AM PST by E. Pluribus Unum
London police are investigating two more allegations of rape against the comedian
LONDON—Russell Brand was sentenced to 10 years and six months in prison following his conviction for rape and sexual assault, a fall from grace for one of the U.K.’s most prominent entertainment figures.
Passing sentence at London’s Southwark Crown Court Monday, Justice Joel Bennathan described Brand as a “sexual predator” and accused him of “staggering arrogance.”
“You thought fame meant you could act how you liked, when you liked, unhindered by the rules by which decent people live,” he said.
A jury found Brand, 51 years old, guilty of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault on Thursday, following a four-week trial. He must serve two-thirds of the sentence before being eligible for parole, Justice Bennathan said.
Brand, who had pleaded not guilty and consistently denied the allegations, was found not guilty on three other counts, including two charges of rape and one of indecent assault.
The sentencing marks the culmination of an inquiry launched in 2023 by London’s Metropolitan Police during which they interviewed more than 100 witnesses and reviewed thousands of documents after a joint investigation by the Times of London, the Sunday Times and Channel 4 detailed allegations of sexual misconduct and abuse against the entertainer.
Following Thursday’s guilty verdict, the chief of London’s Metropolitan Police said he would not be surprised if “many more” alleged victims came forward.
“There’s two more rape allegations that we’re looking at,” Mark Rowley said. “We’re encouraging anybody else to come forward if there’s any other allegations.”
Speaking outside the court Monday, the lead detective in the case, Andy Furphy, paid tribute to the women who gave evidence. “I hope they recognize just how powerful their actions have been and the difference they may make to others,” he...
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E. Jean Carroll deja vu all over again.
Was Russell Brand prosecuted on charges from decades ago?
Yes. Russell Brand was prosecuted for sexual offenses allegedly committed between 1999 and 2009, approximately 17–27 years before the charges were filed.
Under British law, there is generally no statute of limitations for prosecuting serious sexual offenses such as rape. Consequently, the passage of decades does not automatically prevent prosecution.
The prosecution must still establish guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. Brand denied the charges.
Summary: Brand was prosecuted for alleged sexual offenses dating back decades. A jury convicted him of four offenses, and he received a prison sentence.
Brand wasn’t prosecuted for rape, he was prosecuted because, among other politically incorrect positions, he was a vocal COVID-1984 antivaxxer.
If he were a Muslim, he would have walked.
“Brand wasn’t prosecuted for rape, he was prosecuted because, among other politically incorrect positions, he was a vocal COVID-1984 antivaxxer.”
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And a rapist.
Because chances are, you are a psy - hoe who one day , will decide i destroyed your life 10, 20, 25, 30 years ago.
I believe Russell Brand’s repentance, and testimony of faith in Jesus are sincere. God is with him. God will work this out for good. The LORD will have the final word.
Charges are from 17-27 years ago. No police reports, no witnesses, no nothing except "she said."
There is as much actual evidence that Brand is a rapist as there is that you are a rapist.
Wouldn't it be fun if somebody filed charges against you for a rape that allegedly occurred 20 years ago?
Good luck saying "I'm innocent."
Ah yes. That’s why no pro vaxer celebrities have gotten prosecuted for rape. Infantile comment as usual
You raped me 20 years ago.
Prove I’m lying.
Prayers up for his loving wife, Laura.
Welcome to FR
For context, all the rapists in the Epstein files still walk free
Were they prosecuted for rapes that occurred decades ago with no police report and now witnesses?
Name one.
I dare you.
Ah the troll is back. Lonely under the bridge these days?
Ah the troll is back. Lonely under the bridge these days?
I don’t know who Russell Brand is, an English actor?
I find you like to promote all the EU-globalist positions it seems. Whether on Russia, Trump, immigration, and now Brand. Why is that?
So people who aren't familiar with Brand aren't duped by you: Russel Brand was a well-known actor, comedian and (former) leftist / atheist. He was a Hollywood gadfly, and by his own admission, was a full-on participant in the sex-drug culture of Hollywood for many years.
In approx. 2023, he became a born-again Christian. At which point he used his podcast to describe his former life, as well as speak out against the covid vaccine, Epstein members, the UK and globalist wars and schemes of control, UK Muslim rape gangs, etc... And of course - how Jesus Christ reformed his life.
A leftist hedonist converting and speaking out against the wokeism, globalism and social engineering quickly made him enemy #1, particularly with the UK Govt.
So among the many hundreds of women (by his own admission) he had sex with, the UK regime was able to find a few women who would be willing to claim rape occurred 20 years ago. Like other political prosecutions, these women can not remember (and dare not, for fear of conflict) dates or even months. Only vague memories.
Anyone claiming this is a legitimate prosecution is stupid, uniformed of the details, or a propaganda BOT
Excommunication from the cult is painful. The Baby Killing Religion will imprison you for fake charges.
I am 65 years old.
My dad raped my mom, 65.8 years ago.
I am the proof.
Find him and lock him up.
It’s the left sending a warning to anyone thinking about leaving the plantation.
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