New York actress Rosie O’Donnell has slammed conservative commentator Megyn Kelly after the latter defended Russell Brand following his conviction on sexual offense charges.
Russell Brand was sentenced to 10 years and six months in prison on November 9, 2026, after being convicted of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault involving four women. The incidents reportedly occurred between 2004 and 2009. Brand, who denied the allegations, was also acquitted of two additional rape charges and one count of attempted indecent assault.
Following Brand’s sentencing, Kelly defended the actor during an episode of The Megyn Kelly Show. “Good Lord. 10-and-a-half-years in prison,” she said before making remarks that critics interpreted as downplaying the seriousness of Brand’s offenses. Kelly also referenced the sexual nature of the charges against him, drawing further criticism for her comments.
She went on to claim that Brand had been unfairly targeted, suggesting that his conviction and sentencing were politically motivated. “This is insane. This is an obvious double standard. And if you needed any further proof that this is a political witch hunt against Russell Brand, that judge just gave it to us,” she said.
After Kelly’s comments circulated online and were later shared on Threads, Rosie O’Donnell responded with a four-word message directed at the conservative commentator. “Go [expletive] urself Megan,” she wrote. O’Donnell’s response came amid criticism of Kelly for defending Brand following his conviction.
Internet Users Agree With New York Actress Slamming Megyn Kelly
Many internet users agreed with New York actress Rosie O’Donnell’s criticism of Megyn Kelly, arguing that the conservative commentator had gone too far in defending Russell Brand. “What is wrong with her? Seriously. She’s become unhinged,” one person wrote about Kelly. Another accused the commentator of misogyny, commenting, “What is with her and her misogyny? I’ve never seen such a self-loathing woman.”
Others continued siding with O’Donnell while criticizing Kelly over her remarks about Brand. “She’s vile. Let this be the beginning of the end for her,” one person wrote. Another questioned the commentator’s behavior, saying, “I honestly think there is something mentally wrong with her???” Someone else accused Kelly of seeking attention, adding, “Megan is a crime against humanity or just wants an over abundance of attention.”
O’Donnell’s response drew attention to calls for more celebrities to speak out against public figures who defend Russell Brand following his conviction. It also renewed criticism of Kelly’s history of controversial remarks, with some questioning her decision to publicly support the actor despite the seriousness of his offenses.
