Katy Perry Parties in Thailand Before Ex-Husband Russell Brand's Rape Conviction

Katy Perry's Thailand Party

Katy Perry flew into Phang Nga on a private jet to host a $4million private concert.

Russell Brand's Ten-Year Sentence

Russell Brand was jailed for ten years and six months for one count of rape and three sexual assaults.

Katy Perry's Reaction

Katy Perry described Russell Brand as 'very controlling' and has not spoken to him since.

“very controlling”

Court Proceedings

Russell Brand was convicted of raping and sexually assaulting four women between 2004 and 2009.

Judge's Statement

Judge Joel Bennathan called Brand a 'sexual predator' who believed 'fame meant you could act how you liked, when you liked, unhindered by the rules by which decent people live'.

“fame meant you could act how you liked, when you liked, unhindered by the rules by which decent people live”

Wiz's Role

Wiz, an Israeli cyber-security company, arranged the Thailand retreat for its employees after Google's $32billion acquisition.

Marriage Timeline

Katy Perry and Russell Brand married in October 2010 and divorced in July 2012 after 14 months.

Katy Perry's Party Experience

A caterer at the event described Perry as 'a world away' from the court procedures involving Brand.

“a world away”

Katy Perry's Book Plans

Katy Perry hinted at a tell-all series or book about their marriage.

Russell Brand's Sentence Details

Brand will be released after seven years but must wear a tag and follow specific rules.

Russell Brand's Legal Status

Russell Brand is exempt from early release schemes due to his sex offender status.

Court Case Context

Russell Brand was found guilty of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault following a four-week trial.

Wiz's Event History

Wiz has previously hosted Purim parties in Tel Aviv, Las Vegas bashes with Pitbull, and Survivor-themed getaways in Mauritius.

Katy Perry's Text Message

Katy Perry received a text message from Russell Brand ending their relationship just moments before her concert.

Russell Brand's Wife

Russell Brand's wife Laura Gallacher is described as 'suffering total devastation' but still 'standing by him'.

“total devastation”

Russell Brand's Sentence Impact

Russell Brand faces losing part of his estimated £15million fortune in compensation and civil claims.