UK comedian Russell Brand jailed for 10 years for rape, assault

A UK court sentenced British comedian Russell Brand to 10 years and six months in prison after he was convicted of rape and sexual assault.

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. (Photo: AP/Elizabeth Cook)

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. (Photo: AP/Elizabeth Cook)

Comedian and actor Russell Brand, accompanied by his wife Laura Brand, arrives at Southwark Crown Court in London, Thursday, Nov 5, 2026. (Photo: AP/Thomas Krych)

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