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Megyn Kelly Defends Russell Brand After Rape Verdict
Megyn Kelly faces backlash for defending Russell Brand after his guilty verdict in a rape trial.
In brief
Megyn Kelly faces backlash for defending Russell Brand after his guilty verdict in a rape trial. Megyn Kelly defended Russell Brand following his guilty verdict in a UK rape trial, sparking criticism for victim-blaming. Originally reported by TheWrap.
Russell Brand Guilty Verdict
Russell Brand was found guilty of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault by a UK jury.
Megyn Kelly's Social Media Defense
Megyn Kelly defended Russell Brand on social media after his guilty verdict, citing past podcast interactions.
Kelly's Alleged Victim Blaming

Kelly claimed a female accuser admitted to using her tongue on Brand's anus without introduction.
“She admitted that w/in moments of meeting RB backstage, she used her tongue on his anus (as another woman was fellating him)”
Online Backlash
Social media users criticized Kelly for defending Brand, questioning her victim-blaming stance.
“Why do you go out of your way to defend rapists? Is it a kink for you?”
Public Criticism
Critics labeled Kelly a 'pathetic' sympathizer for accused rapists, linking her past activism to current behavior.
“From a crusader against sexual abuse to a sexual abuser sympathizer. You’re pathetic.”
What to remember
Megyn Kelly defended Russell Brand following his guilty verdict in a UK rape trial, sparking criticism for victim-blaming.
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