Russell Brand in court for sentencing over rape and sexual assault convictions
Russell Brand’s defence barrister standing up in court and describing a man anally raping a victim as a “short and momentary failure” is a sickening insight into how the legal system treats violence against women.
Roo39His attitude and language, so sickening during the trial, continues in the same vein.
Chilari17Reminds me of rapist Brock Turner's dad calling rapist Brock Turner's rape of a young woman "20 minutes of action" that "shouldn't ruin his life"
hectorolly4612.bsky.social15Truly a "Jesus H Christ! WTAF???" statement by his lawyer.
Rebel Lefty #8647 🙏🤘✌️🌊 🖕#NOKINGS🖕14I found Russell Brand creepy from the moment he became a celebrity. He really didn't deserve the attention he got. Even more now that his true self has come to light.
Fi 🏴 Independence For Scotland! 🏴12If America’s current administration has taught us anything, it’s that many men are still automatically skeptical when a woman reports a sexual assault. If *I* was the judge I’d give Brand the maximum sentence possible for forcing his victims to testify.
Molly Oh12So there were two clear 'no' boundaries he ignored.
Holly Thomas31It also looks like a wilful misinterpretation of criminal law. It is established that deception can vitiate consent, and if the victim only consented to sex on the condition that a condom be worn throughout, and it wasn't, that is rape
Sarah Kay13And they’re going to ask why women don’t report in the same breath
merlinslaugh.bsky.social11Brand’s lawyer has spent this entire case reminding us all that misogyny is alive and well in the British judicial system and that a lot of these old rich white dudes who sit on the bench are master practitioners of it.
Stuart Kenny7Never mind Brand, can we also send his defence barrister to jail too? I know everyone in court is entitled to legal defence, but this takes the piss on multiple levels.
Idil6Just to point out this is the DEFENSE's argument and you look and it is simply a detailed admission that he did indeed commit rape in two clear distinct ways
Dr Karen Pinder 🇨🇦 🔬5I am not going to be able to pick my jaw off the ground for a very, very long time. Holy shit.
twodogslfc.bsky.social4Makes your legs go cold
Annette4Dear GOD! We really are just there for their pleasure. Not human.
Lyri (@x25e0)3Trying to imagine the unfathomable number of kneecaps I'd break if my rapists defence said this.
DreamingDrama ♡3hey. can we bring back shame. life altering never the same career ending lifetime humiliating every human being will turn away and shun shame.
One of the incredibly brave women who gave an impact statement *in person* about what Russell Brand did to her said she had carried the shame of what happened for 20 years. I am reminded of Gisele Pelicot: "shame needs to change sides."
Kate by the ocean 🐬5A courageous woman! 10 years 6 months. Let's hope it's a little bit of comfort for her.
Sally Luxmoore4I often think of Giselle. She is a brave woman and she is 100% right about the shame belonging to the rapist.
Tuna Salad Mafia3Heartbroken for what these women have endured. I hope this verdict helps them heal.
Jacqueline D2I think his Attorney was more Destructive than Helpful. He actually narrated the change in attitudes over the decades... as if they were still applicable.
Old Hobbit🐸2None acknowledged by Brand. Not even a hint. I might be wrong but I think he will do the full decade if he doesn't acknowledge his offending in order to be released on licence.
Traveller on Earth1It's so common to feel ashamed, and helpless. Anger may or may not come later. Everyone who has experienced sexual abuse is a survivor, regardless. Even if they're never able to talk about it. But I also thank those who can - yes, it's an incredibly brave thing to do.
Russell Brand's career arrives at a milestone of recognition of his defining achievements over the years. He worked hard to win this award, and let us salute the discerning judge and jury who gave it to him. Not sure about the acceptance speech.
Rebecca Solnit53Speaking of acceptance, here's an associate of Brand's who can work on that. Also JD, have a nice Bible verse, Mark 8:36 to be specific: "what does it profit a man to gain the whole world and to lose his soul?" Turns out the world was a slippery fish, but a soulectomy is forever.....
Tom Albright14The bit about “thanks to all who made this possible” is probably a long list.
Amy Elizabeth8Hahahaha. This is my FAVORITE RB post yet. I hope he has the worst time in jail.
Votey McVoteface7I like the image from this one way better. bsky.app/profile/sooz...
They Say5It takes one to know one.
robbiehollister.bsky.social3He’s a piece of shit
Russell Brand sentenced to 10 years and 6 months (of which he’ll spend about 7 years in prison). The judge’s sentencing remarks praised the bravery of the women who testified and came forward, and were an obvious rebuke to the way Brand’s barrister behaved.
Valthazar16Pathetic/evil/ridiculous daily mail headline the other day saying he was "fawned over by the left". Now he's being fawned over by the right, after his conviction. (Neil Oliver etc). This paper should be stamped out
Seona 🏴 (she/her)5I'd imagine that prison might be quite a dangerous place for someone as annoying as Brand.
SaraSilverstar.bsky.social2Trudeau gets the last laugh!
Ian Spencer 🐧1It's not like he kept his behaviour a secret, I mean that Twitter handle.
The judge’s remarks are now online and well worth reading in full. www.judiciary.uk/wp-content/u... “Whatever women wear, wherever they go, indeed whatever they drink, they retain the right to say no and to demand justice when sexual predators like you, Russell Brand, act without their consent.”
Kate Devlin74"They were both accomplished women who took perfectly reasonable decisions to go to a party and have a few drinks, or to go to your house for one type of consensual sex." The younger me wishes I had heard this; wishes it was spoken at the times I blamed myself.
Mary Branscombe4I look forward to the right wing media calling the judge Woke instead of examining how much of their own behaviour led to this; UK judicial remarks are often one of the best parts of our society and this is a powerful one
happy russell brand sentencing day to all who celebrate. 🥳
Shane Phillips 🏳️⚧️37I'm hoping they'll throw the booky wook at him, but I have a feeling it'll end up being a disappointing sentence.
Zvyozdochka 🇦🇺 🇨🇦 🇵🇸 🇺🇦 🇬🇱10I do celebrate. Thank you. 🍷
Grae Hall9snack aisles empty, desperately low stock of popcorn worldwide
elizabeth is gently festive 🎄🧑🏻🎄❄️8I hope to be celebrating later
Gledster4Most of us I think!
Northern Monkey4I'll get back to you on tge celebrating thing.
Rob Arnol391Couldn’t happen to a more deserving cunt.
Transphobes Can't Read162The daily mail tried to paint Russel Brand (rapist) as a leftist lol
Mark Grimshaw139A reminder that Dav[REDACTED PENDING APPEAL]iams only has until 16:30 today to submit his appeal, otherwise the temporary injunction will end and the press will be able to name him. Could be a double bill of famous men abusing power facing a level of consequences today.
chiller137If we need an issue to really bring us all together as a people, let the demise of this rank mf be it. 💕
Grae Hall19snack aisles empty, desperately low stock of popcorn worldwide
Lady Luddite (KJ Colt)15The UK is at least doing something about these horrific men
Jojo4Polite reminder that Dusty Sockets is neither some messiah nor a whistleblower of any kind. He was not exposing anything about the establishment, he was enjoying its protections for years.
Craig's Late Night Douche Bag Patrol🦘🦘🦘3Anything less 15/20 years is a travesty.
Russell Brand jailed for over 10 years for rape and sexual assault
feminazghul.bsky.social1Here he is with some pals before he was a convicted rapist bound for prison.
Fire Chuck & Hakeem Club1He should have run for office. Florida rapists get a lot of legal cover.
OG5Very impressive statement by the judge. “Whatever women wear, wherever they go, and indeed whatever they drink, they retain the right to say no, and to demand justice from the criminal courts when sexual predators like you, Russell Brand, act without their consent.”
Áine ☽𖤐☾3Not long enough. There's ten other women who accuse him.
Brand got sentenced to 10 1/2 years. The judge said the women’s testimony showed Mr. Brand’s “staggering arrogance” and his belief that “fame meant you could act how you liked, when you liked, unhindered by the rules by which decent people live.” #RussellBrand #Sentencing #Blues
Martijon6That attitude is not just Brand’s. “When you’re a star. . .”
jamie89-06.bsky.social3Now he has time to write another booky wooky that no one will read.
Aurelius3Bill Maher platformed this animal.
Marty 🌈🎵🦦 Lars vs Napster2I hear his cell is almost as dirty as his hair.
Michael Broussard1He is a pile of stinking refuse. It's good to see some consequences for his actions. I want more. New charges will hopefully bring more years. He has made my skin crawl ever since I first saw him.
The Hermit Queen110 years isn't nearly long enough. I hope he goes through what he put those women through, only worse.
