British comedian Russell Brand sentenced to over 10 years for rape and sexual assault
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'10½ years'
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Disgraced comedian Russell Brand was sentenced at Southwark Crown Court to 10½ years in prison after being convicted of rape and sexual assaults against four women.

The 51-year-old was found to have used his fame to coerce victims, sometimes initiating sexual contact within seconds of meeting them. The judge said, “About 20 years ago, Russell Brand, you were becoming famous, you were clever, and in many people’s eyes you were funny and charismatic. You had also become a sexual predator.”

Police said further allegations against the former TV and radio host are under investigation.

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