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Jimmy Carr Joke Sparks Backlash
Jimmy Carr's joke about Russell Brand's jail sentence draws criticism for poor taste.
In brief
Jimmy Carr's joke about Russell Brand's jail sentence draws criticism for poor taste. Jimmy Carr faced backlash after joking about Russell Brand's rape conviction on social media. Originally reported by LADbible.
Jimmy Carr sparks backlash
Jimmy Carr shared a joke about Russell Brand hours after Brand was jailed for rape and sexual assault.
Brand sentenced to prison
Russell Brand received a ten-and-a-half year prison sentence for rape and sexual assault.
Carr's joke content
Carr joked that Brand's views on sex and consent would change in the next week.
“I think Russell Brand’s views on sex and consent are going to radically change in the next week”
Public reaction
Some called Carr's joke in poor taste while others said it was too soon to joke about Brand's conviction.
“Using the conviction of a disgusting rapist and predator to sell tickets? Really? You may be surprised to learn many of us don’t find anything about Brand a joke”
Brand's trial details
Brand was found guilty of one rape and three sexual assaults in a four-week trial.
Judge's comments
The judge described Brand as a 'clever sexual predator' who believed fame allowed him to act without rules.
“About 20 years ago, Russell Brand, you were becoming famous. You were clever, and in many people’s eyes, funny and charismatic. You had also become a sexual predator”
Public backlash
Carr's joke drew criticism for cashing in on Brand's conviction to sell tickets.
“Trying to sell tickets on the back of a rapist being sent down is a scum move”
What to remember
Jimmy Carr faced backlash after joking about Russell Brand's rape conviction on social media.
