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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.

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Nov 5, 2026

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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'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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