British comedian and actor Russell Brand was found guilty in a London court on Thursday of rape and sexual assault charges on allegations dating back more than 20 years. As per the latest update from AP, the trial was held at in a London court on November 5, where Judge Joel Bennathan said that the comedian would receive a prison term when he is sentenced Monday.
Russell Brand, who is the former husband of US singer Katy Perry, denied the charges and testified that he was obsessed with sex as a young man and once led a promiscuous life but had never forced anyone to do something against their will. He was convicted of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault involving four women. He was acquitted of two rape counts and one count of attempted indecent assault.
The comedian said the criminal case had a devastating impact on his life and family. “My entire life has been consumed by these events, these allegations, these accusations,” he said.
About his career
Known for risque stand-up routines and battles with drugs and alcohol, Brand rose to prominence in the early 2000s, hosting television programs and his own BBC radio show.
He appeared in Hollywood films including “Forgetting Sarah Marshall” and “Get Him to the Greek” and was briefly married to pop star Katy Perry.
