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Russell Brand’s lawyer lashes out at journalist after comedian is found guilty of rape: ‘You f–ked it’ up

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Ryan, T. (2026, November 5). Russell Brand’s lawyer lashes out at journalist after comedian is found guilty of rape: ‘You f–ked it’ up. New York Post. https://pagesix.com/2026/11/05/celebrity-news/russell-brands-lawyer-lashes-out-at-journalist-after-comedian-is-found-guilty-of-rape/

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New York Post · collected 2026-11-05 · by Tamantha Ryan

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Russell Brand was found guilty of raping one woman but acquitted of two other rape charges and an attempted indecent assault count. After the verdict, his lawyer criticized a journalist harshly. Det. Supt. Andy Furphy emphasized that justice would be served regardless of fame or status, highlighting additional allegations from two women, including one who alleged Brand was 30 when she was 16.
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On October 12, 2026, Russell Brand, a 51-year-old British comedian, appeared in Southwark Crown Court in London for the start of his trial on charges related to six women over incidents from 1999 to 2009. He faces seven charges including rape and sexual assault, which he denies. The trial is expected to last 10 to 12 weeks. On November 6, Brand was convicted and spent his first night in solitary confinement at HMP Wandsworth prison. Met Police boss Sir Mark Rowley stated that he wouldn't be surprised if more people came forward with allegations against Brand.

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CBC News the Metropolitan Police

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Brand PERSON · 2× the Metropolitan Police ORG · 2× Andy Furphy PERSON · 1× CBC News ORG · 1×

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Brand was immediately taken into custody after the verdict was read. “Today’s verdict sends a clear message that no one is above the law, regardless of their fame, wealth, influence or public profile,” Det. Supt. Andy Furphy with the Metropolitan Police said outside the courthouse Thursday, per CBC News.
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The comedian was acquitted of two other rape charges and a count of attempted indecent assault. asserted
comedian → acquit → assault
Brand was immediately taken into custody after the verdict was read. “Today’s verdict sends a clear message that no one is above the law, regardless of their fame, wealth, influence or public profile,” Det. Supt. Andy Furphy with the Metropolitan Police said outside the courthouse Thursday, per CBC News. asserted
Furphy → take → News
Following the verdict, the Metropolitan Police confirmed that two other women — inclduing a woman who said she was 16 when dating a 30-year-old Brand — had come forward with allegations of rape against the “Forgetting Sarah Marshall” star. asserted
she → follow → star
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