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British actor Russell Brand was sentenced to 10 years and 6 months in prison for rape and sexual assault against four women. The offenses occurred between 2004 and 2009. Judge Joel Bennathan highlighted Brand's arrogant disregard for women during the sentencing. Brand was found guilty of four charges, including one count of rape, while being acquitted of two others. Prosecutors argued that he exploited his fame to access victims. Victims shared the lasting impact of the assaults on their lives. The allegations surfaced following a 2023 investigation by The Times and Channel 4, revealing multiple accounts of abuse. Brand, who has distanced himself from traditional media, was previously released on bail but was taken into custody after the jury's verdict.

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