Russell Brand has spent his first night in custody after being found guilty of rape and sexual assault.
The 51-year-old comedian and former TV presenter from Grays was convicted at Southwark Crown Court on Thursday of raping a fan and sexually assaulting three women during his rise to fame.
Brand's offences took place during his time as one of the UK's most high-profile comedians and broadcasters.
A source told The Sun that Brand was "petrified" during his first night in jail.
They said: "The first night for anyone in a jail is really daunting – and Brand was petrified.
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"It will be a massive shock to the system to him and he will be monitored around the clock.
"All prisoners have to strip off in reception which is humiliating and a real wake-up call.
"He will be in prison-issue clothes and given a first-night pack, which will be a world away from what he is used to.
"All his cockiness will disappear as he takes in his new surroundings."
It is understood that Brand is being held at either Belmarsh or Wandsworth prison until his sentencing on Monday where he is expected to be moved somewhere that specialises in sex offenders.
Six women gave evidence against Brand during the trial, describing how he used his fame to pressure them into sexual acts.
He was found guilty of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault, but cleared of two further rape charges and one count of attempted indecent assault.
The court heard that Brand, who once claimed he was on a mission to sleep with 5,000 women, often pursued sex within seconds of meeting his victims.
Despite his celebrity connections, none of Brand’s high-profile friends or former colleagues appeared in court to support his defence.
Brand, who was previously married to pop star Katy Perry, is expected to remain in custody in London until and after his sentencing.
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