Inside life of Russell Brand’s wife with famous sister and dad who ‘begged’ her to leave

Russell Brand was sentenced to 10 years and six months in prison after being convicted of rape and three counts of sexual assault at Southwark Crown Court. His wife, Laura Brand, supported him throughout the proceedings and provided character evidence during the trial. Laura comes from a prominent sporting family, as her father is former European Ryder Cup captain Bernard Gallacher.

Bernard Gallacher previously expressed deep concerns regarding the couple's relationship and age gap, reportedly urging his daughter to leave Brand when they initially dated. Laura, whose sister is television and radio presenter Kirsty Gallacher, reportedly plans to remain in the United Kingdom to support Brand while he serves his prison sentence.