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Russell Brand faces ‘significant’ prison term for rape and sexual assault
Actor and comedian, 51, found guilty of raping a woman and assaulting three others Russell Brand has been found guilty of raping a fan and sexually assaulting three other women, ending a years-long legal saga that has raised questions about how he was able to commit his crimes at the height of his fame. Brand, 51, was described during his trial as a ruthless, calculated and manipulative sexual predator. He was…
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