Family of Russell Brand’s wife Laura fear he ‘brainwashed’ her — and are desperate for her to move on with someone else: report

Russell Brand’s wife, Laura Gallacher, has continued to support him after his conviction for rape and three counts of sexual assault. People described as sources close to her family say they fear he has too much influence over her and hope she will consider leaving the marriage, though these are their claims rather than established facts.

Brand was sentenced to 10 years and six months in prison after being convicted on four of seven charges; he was acquitted of two rape charges and attempted indecent assault. He denied all allegations and pleaded not guilty. Gallacher reportedly believes he is innocent, attended court after sentencing and told him she loved him; the couple have three children.