Russell Brand’s Instagram and Facebook accounts deactived just days after rape conviction
New York Post ·
Key points
- Brand was found guilty on Nov. 5 of three counts of sexual assault and one count of rape, following a nearly four-week trial at London’s Southwark Crown Court, with testimony from multiple women.
- Two days after sentencing—10 years and six months—his Instagram and Facebook accounts were reportedly deactivated, and Meta’s stance was summarized as dismissing the existence of a Russell Brand account under their platform.
- Messages attached to the social-media notices referenced by Brand on X claimed that the accounts violated community standards, and noted that his profiles on Meta platforms were suspended.
- Brand received the prison term on Nov. 9 and was placed at HMP Wandsworth in London, with later guidance indicating he would be moved to a facility aligned with security, safety, and rehabilitation needs and that family visits would be limited in duration and frequency.
- Legal representative Kally Sahota explained expected ongoing prison arrangements, including limited outside-time and visiting rights for Brand’s wife and three children, while noting the evolving transfer plan to a more suitable institution.
Summary
In the wake of a multi-count rape and sexual assault conviction, Russell Brand’s Instagram and Facebook accounts were deactivated just days later, with Meta confirming enforcement of its standards. Screenshots circulated on his X account showing inactive profiles and notices from Instagram and Facebook citing violations of community standards. The conviction, delivered after a London trial in which several victims testified, culminated in a 10-year-plus prison sentence and placement at HMP Wandsworth before transfer. Brand has maintained innocence, while public figures including Elon Musk publicly commented on the case. The developments underscore ongoing scrutiny of Brand’s career and personal life as he serves his sentence and undergoes potential facility moves.
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