Russell Brand's wife seen leaving court as his lawyer says she's experiencing 'total devastation'
Russell Brand's wife seen leaving court as his lawyer says she's experiencing 'total devastation'
Kathleen O'Boyle Mon, November 9, 2026 at 3:39 PM UTC
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Laura Brand leaves prison after Russell sentenced to 10 years -Credit:Getty (Getty)
Russell Brand's wife, Laura, was seen leaving court following her husband being sentenced to 10 years and six months behind bars. He is expected to spend two thirds of his sentence in custody and the rest out on license.
The disgraced British actor and comedian was handed down the sentence on November 9 after being convicted of rape and three counts of sexual assault. He has denied all the charges.
During the sentencing, Judge Joel Bennathan open his statement by saying that Brand, now 51, has “become a sexual predator” during his rise to fame over two decades ago.
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His wife, Laura, has stood by his side throughout the process and is maintaining his innocence. She was spotted leaving the courthouse, flanked by supporters.
According to Sky News, Laura told Russell, “I love you, I’ll be OK,” in the courtroom after he was sentenced. She was reportedly sitting alongside two female friends behind her husband when the judge shared his decision.
Sources inside the court say that she was “shaking a little," as well as taking deep breaths and muttering “it’s OK, it’s OK” before being guided out of the room by her friends, who were also seen crying after they exited the building.
It was also alleged that Russell was seen mouthing “I love you” and “Are you ok?” to Laura.
In court, the judge labeled Russell a “sexual predator” and noted he “committed sexual offenses against a number of women over a five-year period,” before reading off all of the allegations against the actor. He also praised the bravery of the women who came forward and testified against him.
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The verdict comes just days after after he was found guilty of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault. He was acquitted of two other rape charges and a count of attempted indecent assault. Before the hefty sentencing, the judge warned Russell that he would face a “significant” consequence.
The actor's defense team leader, Ian Winter KC, pleaded with the judge for leniency, insisting that the disgraced comedian “a fundamentally different person now.”
If you are a survivor of sexual assault, you can call the National Sexual Assault Hotline (1-800-656-4673) or visit its website to receive confidential support.
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