Russell Brand's downfall in full – swirling allegations to sexual predator's conviction for rape — updates

Russell Brand's downfall in full – swirling allegations to sexual predator's conviction for rape — updates Russell Brand, at his height of fame was a hugely popular TV personality, will be sentenced on Monday after being found guilty of one count of rape and three charges of sexual assault Russell Brand had always vehemently denied rape and sexual assault — telling his social media as early as September 2023 following his relationships had always been consensual. The TV personality had said in a video he "was very, very promiscuous" but refuted what at the time were described as "very serious criminal allegations". But today Brand, 51, was convicted of raping one woman and sexually assaulting three others on allegations dating back years. The disgraced entertainer has now been warned he faces a significant period behind bars. His downfall came after what police described as "extraordinary courage, resilience and determination of the women who came forward". Speaking outside court, Detective Superintendent Andy Furphy said: "Without their bravery, this outcome would not have been possible. Brand used his influence, status and fame to exploit and sexually offend against women." Brand, who hosted his own radio show and was nominated for a BAFTA, told his wife Laura Gallacher were “Laura, I love you” before he was found guilty. At which point, the former actor showed no reaction, other than closing his eyes. Now, the Mirror has outlined Brand's downfall in full across posts in our live blog on the case. For updates on Russell Brand, follow our live blog below When did the allegations come to light? Russell Brand 'petrified' and hungry after 'inedible' meal in first night behind bars Read the full story here. How did Brand react to being remanded? Brand's first night in jail Judge Mr Justice Bennathan told Brand to expect an inevitable and lengthy jail term. Brand still under investigation as Met say 'work isn't done' Russell Brand remains under investigation over allegations that he raped two further women with the files relating to both alleged victims handed to the courts, the Metropolitan Police has confirmed. Brand warned of ‘significant’ jail term Brand had faced seven charges in total: three of rape, three of sexual assault and one of attempted indecent assault. He was cleared of raping a woman in a hotel in Bournemouth in 1999, during the Labour Party conference where Brand had been performing at a cabaret show. Brand ‘took advantage’ of fame and position, source says Brand was ‘quiet and withdrawn’ during his first police interview Inside the documentary that exposed allegations against Brand WARNING: This post contains details of alleged rape and sexual assault Elon Musk and Andrew Tate rallied behind Brand Tate, who previously claimed he has been targeted by the media, also responded to Brand tweeting: “welcome to the club”. He later held an “emergency meeting” to discuss “what’s happening to Russell Brand”. “If these allegations are based in fact, then they should be taken to the police, thoroughly investigated and charges brought. Not put out on some end of days, lying establishment mouthpiece to try and drag some viewers back, like a Christine Blasey Ford tribute act.” The 2023 video where Brand ‘absolutely’ denied criminal allegations Detective behind Brand investigation warns he still poses risk to women The senior detective who led the investigation into Russell Brand has said he believes the convicted comedian continues to post a risk to women. Asked whether he believed Brand continued to pose a risk to women, Detective Superintendent Andy Furphy replied: "Yes, I do. I think he's got that position of power and trust and millions of followers." He said: “What I will say is, our work isn’t done. There is a live investigation still taking place.” Media coverage vital in prosecuting Brand, says lawyer A US lawyer specialising in sexual harassment and assault has said powerful men can be protected by fame, with many cases only reaching prosecution after media reports. Megan Thomas said: “The saddest part of this story is how much trouble these women had coming forward, and how much they blamed themselves. 'Russell Brand’s fame gave him power – but his victims’ courage brought him down' Today's Voice of the Mirror reflects on the case... It says: "For the women Russell Brand attacked, his fame and fortune offered no glamour. They gave him power, influence and a sense of entitlement that helped him exploit those he believed he could abuse with impunity. "A jury has now convicted Brand of raping one woman and sexually assaulting others. Behind those verdicts are real lives, violated trust and suffering that no prison sentence can erase. "The greatest tragedy is what these women endured. The greatest courage is that they refused to let the celebrity of the man responsible silence them." For more analysis, read Voice of the Mirror in full using the link below Law change demanded after Brand's barrister said women hadn't 'resisted or screamed' Russell Brand's trial has sparked calls for change in the law to tackle "rape myths" and misconceptions in courtrooms. During the trial, Brand's barrister Ian Winter KC told jurors that none of the complainants had “resisted or screamed or even tried to leave”. Claire Waxman, the Victims' Commissioner for England and Wales, has now called for judges to be legally required to address misconceptions about how victims of rape are expected to behave. She said: “The idea that rape victims must scream, physically resist or immediately report an offence is a well-established rape myth, rooted in outdated and harmful assumptions about how victims are expected to behave.