Russell Brand is convicted of rape, and judge says he'll get a prison term

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Russell Brand is convicted of rape, and judge says he'll get a prison term November 5, 202611:15 AM ET

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Comedian and actor Russell Brand reflected in a car window as he left Southwark Crown Court in London on Monday. Alberto Pezzali/AP hide caption

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London — Russell Brand was convicted Thursday of rape and sexual assault charges involving four women on allegations dating back more than 20 years.

Judge Joel Bennathan said the British actor-comedian faces a "significant" prison term when he is sentenced Monday. Brand had been free, but the judge rejected a bail request because of the possibility he might flee and he was taken into custody.