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The wife of British comedian and actor Russell Brand testified on Thursday at his trial for rape and sexual assault, saying he had found monogamy “difficult” but became an “amazing” husband.

Brand’s trial in London on seven counts of rape, sexual assault and attempted indecent assault is now in the final stages, with the jury likely to retire to consider a verdict on Tuesday.

The London court has heard details from six women of alleged offences, including a rape between 1999 and 2009 when Brand rose to fame as a stand-up comedian and television presenter.

If found guilty, the 51-year-old could face up to life in prison. Brand has pleaded not guilty to all the charges, saying that although he used to be promiscuous, he always had consensual sex. His wife Laura Gallacher, who has attended most hearings, sounded confident and calm, as she was questioned by Brand’s lawyer and the prosecution as a character witness.

“Russell, my husband, is caring, he is kind, he is a wonderful father to our children. He is an amazing, attentive husband,” the 39-year-old said, watched by Brand from the dock. Gallacher and Brand married in 2017 and have three children.

Originally published in Dawn, October 30th, 2026