Bear Grylls comments on Russell Brand conviction after baptism
Bear Grylls said justice was served following Russell Brand's rape and sexual assault conviction, noting the importance of faith and the victims' suffering.
Bear Grylls, the adventurer and television host, reacted to Russell Brand's conviction for one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault in a London court. Brand, who had been baptized in the River Thames by Grylls in 2024, was taken into police custody after the verdict and will be sentenced on Monday.
In a post on X, Grylls wrote that Brand's faith appeared genuine at the time of the baptism and that his work with people in prison reflects a broader commitment to serve "anyone". He added, "> It is right that justice has now been served. I can’t imagine how hard this time has been for the victims, the heroes of the day."
Six women testified about alleged incidents spanning 1999 to 2009. The Metropolitan Police said they are investigating additional rape allegations against Brand from two other women.