05.11.2026 18:20
British comedian Russell Brand appeared before a jury in his trial over sexual assault and rape allegations dating back years. The court found Brand guilty of one rape and three sexual assault charges, while the famous actor's sentence will be announced on Monday, November 9.
A verdict has been reached in the rape and sexual assault trial of British comedian and actor Russell Brand. In the trial held at Southwark Crown Court in London, the 51-year-old Brand was found guilty by a jury of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault. He was acquitted of two rape charges and one charge of attempted sexual assault. The court stated that the famous actor faces a prison sentence.
SIX WOMEN'S ALLEGATIONS HEARD IN COURT
In the trial, which began on October 12 and lasted more than three weeks, the testimonies of six women were heard.
The charges covered incidents alleged to have occurred between 1999 and 2009.
The prosecution alleged that Brand used his fame to commit sexual assaults against women.
Details of the incidents, which were stated in the women's testimonies to have occurred in different locations, were presented to the court.
BRAND HAD DENIED THE ALLEGATIONS
Russell Brand, who denied the allegations against him throughout the proceedings, maintained that the sexual encounters were consensual.
The actor, who admitted to having had an active sex life in the past, said he had never forced any woman into sexual intercourse without her consent.
After its deliberations, the jury convicted Brand of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault, while acquitting him of the other three charges.
SENTENCE TO BE ANNOUNCED ON MONDAY
Following the verdict, Judge Joel Bennathan, who presided over the case, stated that Brand faces a significant prison sentence for the offenses of which he was convicted.
The famous actor's sentencing hearing is scheduled to take place on Monday, November 9.
Brand's marriage to his ex-wife, the world-famous singer Katy Perry, also generated widespread buzz in the entertainment world in the past.