Famous actor guilty of rape. He faces prison.
Russell Brand has been found guilty of rape and sexual assault by a London court, with charges dating from 1999 to 2009. He faces a lengthy prison sentence and has been denied bail. Brand has denied all allegations, claiming he was never a rapist. He is currently under investigation for two additional alleged rapes. Known for his flamboyant style, Brand gained fame in the early 2000s and was previously married to Katy Perry. He has three children with his current wife, Laura Gallacher.
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