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

Key points

• Brand, 51, was convicted by a jury of one rape and three sexual assaults.
• The court sentenced him to ten years and six months in prison.
• Judge Joel Bennathan described Brand as a 'sexual predator' who harmed victims.
• The sentencing followed exposure in 2023 by journalists from major outlets.
• Brand's wife attended the hearing; media coverage noted his public downfall.