Russell Brand is being held on remand at Wandsworth prison after his rape conviction, where he is said to be in "real danger" from other inmates. The 51-year-old comedian is awaiting sentencing and has been kept apart from the general prison population.
Isolation for safety
A prison chaplain visited Brand and prayed with him as he begins what is expected to be a lengthy prison term. A source said he has been placed in a cell and is being kept away from other inmates because of the danger he faces.
"He has been put in a cell and is being kept away from other inmates because he is in real danger due to his offences, his wealth and who he is," the source told The Sun.
Shock of prison life
Brand's first day in jail was described as a "real shock to his system and a wake-up call." The source added: "He looked shaken and was quiet. A horrible, noisy and dirty jail like Wandsworth is a world away from his glamorous Hollywood lifestyle."
The former actor and presenter is now awaiting sentencing following his conviction, with the conditions at the south London prison marking a stark contrast to his previous public profile.
