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Katherine Ryan says she feels 'grief and relief' after Russell Brand conviction

Katherine Ryan says she feels 'grief and relief' after Russell Brand conviction

Summary

Katherine Ryan said she felt both “grief and relief” after Russell Brand was convicted of rape and sexual assault. Brand was found guilty of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault, acquitted of other charges, and is due to be sentenced on Monday.

Key Facts

  • Ryan said survivors came forward despite Brand’s fame, money and supporters.
  • Ryan said she had not named the man she called a “predator” in a 2022 interview, and has not confirmed that she meant Brand.
  • Brand was convicted of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault.
  • The jury acquitted Brand of two other rape charges and one attempted indecent assault allegation.
  • The judge told Brand to expect a significant prison sentence.
  • Police are investigating further rape allegations made by two women against Brand.
  • Bear Grylls said he had attended Brand’s baptism in 2024 and said justice had been served.
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