Russell Brand found guilty of rape and sexual assault at trial in London
Updated on: November 5, 2026 / 11:18 AM EST / CBS News
TL;DR
- Russell Brand was found guilty of rape and two counts of sexual assault.
- He was acquitted of two rape counts and one attempted indecent assault charge.
- The judge stated Brand would be sentenced to prison and remanded him into custody.
- The allegations were made by six women and spanned from 1999 to 2009.
- Brand testified he was obsessed with sex and led a promiscuous life but never forced anyone.
- The conviction was described as a testament to the courage of the women who came forward.
- Brand was known for his stand-up comedy, hosting television and radio shows, and appearing in Hollywood films.