A throwback moment when Russell Brand flashed an 'obey' sign to Katy Perry on the Oscars red carpet is going viral amid his rape conviction.
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Add BollywoodShaadis on GoogleA controversial moment involving Russel Brand and his ex-wife Katy Perry has resurfaced online. It has again sparked debate after the comedian was convicted of rape and sexual assault charges. According to the viral clip, Russel was seen holding up a small sign reading "obey" in front of Katy Perry in 2010 during an interview, bringing their short-lived marriage into the spotlight.
The incident took place in 2010 at the Vanity Fair Oscars Party when Russell and Kary were married. They spoke to a GMTV reporter about the Academy Awards. When the reporter asked Russell about the ceremony, Katy interrupted to point out that he didn't watch it. In turn, he emphasized that he did watch it and pulled out a small black card with the word "obey" written on it.
He held the sign in front of Katy, who fell quiet. In turn, the reporter turned to the singer and asked, "Katy, how do you deal with this guy?" The same sign was seen in other photos taken of the duo that evening. Now, the video has once again resurfaced after Russell has been convicted for Rape and sexual assault. Many viewers also revisited their other public reactions. However, this video alone does not prove the nature of their relationship behind closed doors.
Russell was found guilty of rape and three counts of sexual assault. The decision came after an elaborate trial at Southwark Crown Court. The charges were brought and related to four women and incidents between 2004 and 2009. He was also convicted of raping a woman in 2008 and sexually assaulting three more. Russell was acquitted of the remaining charges. Some reports allege that the 51-year-old was also being investigated for two more rape charges.
For those who don't know, Katy Perry and Russell Brand first met in 2009 when they were working in the same entertainment circles. Soon they fell in love, and he popped the question to her during a trip to India on New Year's Eve. They tied the knot in October 2010 in a grand Hindu ceremony in Rajasthan, India.
At the time, Katy Perry was the undisputed global pop star while Russell was still building his career. However, he soon filed for divorce in December 2011 due to irreconcilable differences. The divorce was finalized in 2012, and it marked an end to a marriage of 14 months.
Later, Katy shared that Russell had informed her about their split through a text message on New Year's Eve. Notably, it was shortly before she was scheduled to perform. In fact, in a 2013 interview with Vogue, Katy revealed that Russell struggled with her growing success and hectic touring schedule.
She described how the marriage had turned controlling and hurtful. However, Katy has moved on and is now dating former Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau.
After his split from Katy Perry, Russell continued to work in comedy, acting, and writing fields. He also reconnected with Laura Gallacher, whom he had dated in the past, and they tied the knot in 2017. The couple has three children, Mabel, Peggy, and a son born in 2023.
Russell hasn't shied away from publicly sharing about his past struggles and alcohol addiction. He has often mentioned his shift towards religion and a more family-focused lifestyle. However, his recent criminal convictions have brought a new spotlight on his past relationships and public behavior.
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