Russell Brand claims he was 'stitched up' by 'evil forces' after 10-year jail sentence
Sian Hewitt, Michelle Marshall, Hollie Beale Thu, November 12, 2026 at 3:35 PM UTC
Russell Brand is reportedly "fuming" behind bars, blaming "evil forces" for what he considers a "systematic stitch-up," according to sources.
The disgraced comedian, 51, has been handed a sentence of 10 years and six months in prison, following his conviction for rape and three counts of sexual assault.
In his sentencing remarks, judge Joel Bennathan stated that Brand harbored a "casual arrogant disregard to any woman's right to say no to you".
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Brand received nine years for rape, along with an additional 18 months, nine months and eight months for the sexual assault charges. The former comedian was found guilty by a jury last week on all charges involving four women between 2004 and 2009.
According to reports, Brand is allegedly conducting himself in an "arrogant" manner and acting "above it all" - despite the overwhelming evidence presented during the trial.
Russell Brand has been given ten years in prison (Image: Getty)
A source told the Daily Star: "He still will say to anyone who will listen that he believes it is the system against him, a mockery of the justice system, and believes he has been stitched up by higher powers.", reports the Express.
"It's clear he still has zero remorse for his actions against his victims and believes it is all a ploy against him.
"Despite the horrific evidence heard against him, he still maintains evil forces are up against him and that's why he is behind bars."
Brand is also reportedly "furious" with his legal team, and specifically Ian Winter KC, who represented him throughout the eight-week trial at Southwark Crown Court.
Brand and his wife Laura had previously addressed the case on their joint YouTube series and podcast, Sunday Service.
This follows Brand sharing a message via his X account on Friday after his Meta accounts were disabled.
The post read: "There never was a Russell Brand, according to @Meta. Thank God for @elonmusk. Stay tuned."
It remains unclear whether Brand personally posted the message or whether it was shared on his behalf.
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