Russell Brand’s conviction is a win against victim blaming
The comedian’s case exposed ingrained rape myths
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A ‘milestone’ guilty verdict in a high-profile rape trial in the UK is handed down in the face of victim blaming and rape myths. Plus updates on US reproductive rights and good news from around the world.
British actor and comedian Russell Brand was sentenced to 10 years and six months in prison after being found guilty of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault earlier this week.
The conviction by a jury of eight men and four women marks a turning point for survivors seeking justice. It’s a "significant milestone", said Detective Superintendent Andy Furphy of the Metropolitan police.
It has been reported that before Brand, every famous man who went on trial in the UK for adult rape had been acquitted.
The verdict shows sexual predators, especially celebrities, can no longer hide behind their fame, power and money.
Farah Nezeer, head of Women’s Aid, the national federation for domestic abuse services in England, said the guilty verdict “sends a positive message that high-profile, influential men must be held accountable for their actions”.
