Russell Brand told the world who he was for decades

As the former stand-up comedian is found guilty of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault, Jessica Barrett analyses how Brand’s fame served to…

2 sources · 2 articles · updated 2026-11-06 06:00 UTC · crime

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1. Russell Brand told us exactly who he was decades ago – we should have listened

   The Independent · 2026-11-06 06:00 UTC

   As the former stand-up comedian is found guilty of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault, Jessica Barrett analyses how Brand’s fame served to enable his predatory behaviour and it was obvious to any woman that crossed his path

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2. Russell Brand told the world who he was for decades

   The Times · 2026-11-05 21:55 UTC

   With a father who hired him prostitutes, Brand’s fixation with sex began early. In time he would become a predator hiding in plain sight

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