Meta has removed British comedian Russell Brand’s Instagram account following his conviction for rape and sexual assault in London.
Brand announced the removal through his X account on Wednesday, November 11. He shared screenshots showing that Instagram had disabled his profile for violating its Community Standards.
A Meta spokesperson confirmed the decision, telling TMZ that Brand’s account had been removed because it violated the company’s policies.
Why Did Meta Remove His Account?
According to reports, Meta took action under its Account Integrity policy. The policy allows the company to restrict accounts linked to harmful activities outside its platforms.
It also covers accounts belonging to convicted sex offenders.
Brand criticised the decision through a post on X, writing, “There never was a Russell Brand, according to @Meta.” He also thanked Elon Musk, whose platform continues to host his account.
His X profile, which has approximately 10 million followers, remains active.
Brand Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison
The account removal follows Brand’s sentencing on November 9. A London jury convicted him of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault involving four women.
The offences took place between 2004 and 2009. The court sentenced him to 10 years and six months in prison.
The jury acquitted him of two additional rape charges and one attempted indecent assault charge. Brand had denied the charges and maintained that his sexual encounters were consensual.
Further Police Investigations Continue
The Metropolitan Police are also investigating additional rape allegations involving two other women.
The latest developments follow years of scrutiny over allegations of sexual misconduct against the comedian.
Meta’s decision adds another setback to Brand’s online presence. YouTube had already suspended monetisation on his channel in 2023.
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