Neil Oliver and Megyn Kelly Defend Russell Brand Following Conviction
Neil Oliver and Megyn Kelly voice support for Russell Brand after his conviction for rape and sexual assault. Read the full report here.
POLICY WIRE — London, UK — The former comedian Russell Brand has received public support from two prominent figures following his conviction for one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault.
During the legal proceedings, the prosecution argued that Brand viewed women as disposable amusements to satisfy his sexual desires during a period of attacks occurring between 2004 and 2009. This timeframe coincided with the actor reaching a peak level of global fame.
While Brand has maintained his innocence regarding the severe criminal charges, he faces a significant prison sentence, which the court is scheduled to deliver on Monday, November 8.
Although the verdict was met with celebration by many celebrities, GB News presenter Neil Oliver used social media to affirm his ongoing friendship with the star. Oliver shared a photograph from April 2025, noting that Brand remains his friend.
Oliver, who gained prominence for hosting BBC history documentaries and serving as a presenter for the show Coast, joined GB News in 2021. His career faced scrutiny following his opposition to vaccine safety, which led him to resign from various roles, including a fellowship at the Royal Society of Edinburgh.
American commentator Megyn Kelly also expressed disbelief regarding the verdict on the day of announcement. Speaking on The Megyn Kelly Show, she stated that she found it difficult to believe Brand was capable of the crimes alleged and indicated she did not believe the charges.
Kelly described Brand as a charming individual and suggested that he is deeply devoted to his wife and children. She further remarked that he had found spiritual redemption and was now rejecting his past lifestyle.
Brand’s wife, Laura Gallacher, provided character testimony in the court, describing him as a kind and caring father. She also characterized him as an exceptionally attentive husband during their marriage.
Gallacher and Brand first began their relationship in 2006, reunited in 2014, and married in 2017. They have three children together.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
