Bryce Mitchell expresses support for Russell Brand after conviction
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 10, 2026, 2:03 AM
Last updated Nov 10, 2026
UFC bantamweight Bryce Mitchell publicly defended Russell Brand following his conviction for rape and sexual assault. Mitchell described Brand as a friend, asserting his innocence in an Instagram post. He criticized the accusations as politically motivated and expressed support for Brand's faith. Brand was sentenced to 10 years and six months, with a possible release after serving two-thirds of the sentence.
- •Bryce Mitchell defends Russell Brand on Instagram.
- •Brand convicted of raping one woman and assaulting three others.
- •Mitchell claims accusations are politically motivated.
- •Brand sentenced to 10 years and six months in prison.
- •He may qualify for release after serving approximately seven years.
- 2:03 AMYahoo Sports — Bryce Mitchell defends Russell Brand following rape conviction
"UFC bantamweight Bryce Mitchell came to the defense of British comedian and actor Russell Brand after Brand was convicted of raping a woman and sexually
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