Stephen Bear handed 21-month jail term after being found guilty of voyeurism

Stephen Bear’s career move

Defending Stephen Bear, Gemma Rose, said that he wants to return to the job he had before getting into TV.

She described the reality TV world as "toxic" and pressured, and said Mr Bear's "behaviours" have allowed him to get more work.

"Clearly a very toxic environment he's found difficult to break away from," Ms Rose added.

She said Bear now wants to return to roofing, which he did before getting into TV.

Bear made his reality TV debut on Shipwrecked in 2011, but didn't appear on our screens again until 2015, when he appeared on Ex on the Beach.

He won Celebrity Big Brother in August 2016 and the next year Bear appeared on.

Stephen Bear sentencing for revenge porn delayed by judge for psychiatric report

Stephen Bear's mental health

Stephen Bear's mental health diagnosis was revealed this afternoon as a pre-sentencing report diagnosed him with ADHD, anxiety and a depressive disorder, with ADHD dominant in his behaviour.

Defending Bear, Gemma Rose, said Bear's behaviour at the trial was his way of dealing with the pressure of the case.

She described the reality TV world as "toxic" and pressured, and said Mr Bear's "behaviours" have allowed him to get more work.

"Clearly a very toxic environment he's found difficult to break away from," Ms Rose added.

He had been found to have "issues of delusions of grandeur" and disorded thinking, with reports suggesting he has "detatchment from reality," Miss Rose told the court.

Georgia Harrison embraces supporter

Georgia Harrison shared a hug with a member of her team outside Chelmsford Crown Court, following Stephen Bear's jail time.

Georgia said Bear's sentence was a "vindiction" of what she had been through.

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'Stephen Bear's prison time sends message to other perpetrators'

Revenge Porn Helpline boss Sophie Mortimer says Stephen Bear's prison sentence show perpetrators the crime is no "laughing matter".

She said Bear's crimes and brazen attitude during his trial showed “utter contempt” for the pain he inflicted.

Read The Mirror's full article here: Stephen Bear's jail time shows revenge porn isn't a 'laughing matter'

Georgia Harrison speaks outside court

Georgia addressed the press outside court following Stephen Bear's sentencing.

She said: "I just want to say that I'm happy and relieved that this matter is finally over. This sentence is a vindication of what I've been put through and sends a clear message that the police and courts take this matter very seriously.

"I want all other victims of this crime know that I stand in solidarity with them and I have absolutely no regrets on waiving my anonymity.

"I hope this puts anyone off committing this sort of crime and I hope for anyone else who's been a victim of it, it gives them some sort of justice. Thank you so much for all of your support and that's it."

Bear wishes everyone 'a good weekend'

After being sentenced to prison, Bear wishes the court a good weekend, saying: "have a good weekend everyone."

Bear's sentencing in detail

Bear received 21 months in prison for sharing the video to Only Fans, with nine months for count 1 and six months for count 2, to run concurrently. Count 1 is a voyeurism charge, count 2 regards sending the video on WhatsApp to someone.

Stephen Bear receives 21 months in prison

Stephen Bear has received 21 months in prison after being found guilty of voyeurism and guilty to two counts of disclosing private sexual photographs and films with intent to cause distress

Bear 'embarrassed women on TV for more work'

Bear told the author of his psyschiatric report that he was ashamed of humiliating women on TV, in previous shows, but he did it to get more work.

"Mr Bear described putting on a show and said he would be whoever the show wanted him to be," Judge Christopher Morgan said.

Judge Christopher Morgan prepares to deliver his sentence

Judge Christopher Morgan is delivering his sentencing remarks.

Giving a recap of the events, the judge said he's satisfied Bear knew his CCTV cameras were recording the pair in their intimate act.

He said Bear "wished to exploit the economic value of the recording".

Bear said in the trial that he made money from uploading videos of himself online.

"In your own words 'people pay to watch Stephen Bear' that's what you told the jury. The edited video is precisely that," he said.

The judge said Bear would have also known the "economic value" of Georgia, a well known TV personality, being in the video.

Bear has issues of 'delusions of grandeur'

Ms Rose said Bear realised the "likelihood of a custodial sentence", but asked judge Christopher Morgan to impose a suspended setence.

She said a pre-sentencing report has diagnosed him with ADHD, anxiety and a depressive disorder, with ADHD dominant in his behaviour.

He had been found to have "issues of delusions of grandeur" and disorded thinking, with reports suggesting he has "detatchment from reality," Miss Rose told the court.

'Bear's behaviour at court way of dealing with trial'

Defending Bear, Gemma Rose, said Bear's behaviour at the trial, was his way of dealing with the pressure of the case.

She described the reality TV world as "toxic" and pressured, and said Mr Bear's "behaviours" have allowed him to get more work.

"Clearly a very toxic environment he's found difficult to break away from," Ms Rose added.

She said Bear now wants to return to roofing, which he did before getting into TV.

Bear breached bail conditions after guilty verdict

On February 12, Bear breached his bail conditions after being found guilty, Ms Carey told the court.

Bear uploaded a video to social media saying the case had been thrown out over evidence, and that's why his sentencing hearing had been moved in January.

In actual fact, the hearing had been moved to today as Bear served a statement late, Ms Carey said.

Bear's 'ostentatious' manner at court could be an aggravating factor

Ms Carey said that Bear's "ostentacious" manner at court, including arriving in outlandish outfits, with accesorries such as canes and a cigar, and his behaviour on social media during the trial, could be an aggravating factor.

If not an aggravating factor for his sentencing, she said it was a "compelling" indication of his lack of remorse.

Sharing video was not an "impulsive act"

Ms Carey said uploading the video to OnlyFans was "not an impulsive act," but deliberate action on Bear's part, as Georgia repeatedly asked him not to share the video.

Bear had 'financial motivation' for sharing the video

Prosecuting, Jacqueline Carey told the court that Bear was financially motivated for sharing the video of him and Georgia on OnlyFans.

She told how once the video was out, the subscription fee to Bear's OnlyFans account went up from $7.50 to $50 for an hour, and then was reduced to $20.

Georgia tells of impact on her career

The Love Island star said she had been dropped from contracts, and brands say they didn't want to be associated with her, due to the leaked video.

She said her income had dropped dramatically. Georgia added she no longer lived in Essex as her flat is near Bear's.

"He's left me feeling hurt, embarrassed, insignificant and insecure in so many ways. I simply don't have the condidence I used to have," Georgia said of her Bear.

Georgia recalls "crying hysterically" upon find out about the video

Georgia told the court when she first saw the leaked video she felt "so sick", and cried hysterically.

She told how everywhere she went people were talking about the video.

"Even when people weren't talking about it I just couldn't physically be in the room," she said.

As well as having her family and friends knowing of the video, Georgia said she had to deal with Bear "ridiculing" her on social media, and doing impressions of her crying.

Georgia Harrison speaks of devastating impact of leaked video

Georgia Harrison told of how her worst nightmare came true when the video of herself and Bear was shared with the world.

She said: "Millions of people were watching me and laughing at me and it was completely, utterly out of my control.

Sentencing hearing begins

Stephen Bear's sentencing hearing has begun, with prosecution Georgia Harrison about to read her victim statement.

Stephen Bear speaks to reporters outside Chelmsford Crown Court

Stephen Bear was questioned by journalists but refused to answer when asked if he felt any "remorse".

An onlooker told The Mirror: "Bear looked nervous and appeared to be making light of the situation as he interacted with fans outside the court."

As Stephen entered the court, a member of the public was heard shouting: "F**ing scumbag."

Stephen Bear arrived with Jessica Smith (PA)

Stephen Bear arrives with his fiancée Jessica Smith

Stephen Bear has arrived with his fiancée Jessica Smith with the pair sporting matching back attire.

The former Celebrity Big Brother winner was seen taking selfies with fans and singing Lady in Red when a reporter attempted to question him.

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Stephen Bear's father spotted arriving at Chelmsford Crown Court

The reality star's father, Stephen Bear was seen arriving at Chelmsford Crown Court where his son will be sentenced after he was found guilty of voyeurism and two courts of disclosing private sexual photographs or films without consent.

Stephen Bear's father, Stephen Bear, arriving at court (PA)

Georgia Harrison heads to court with her mum

Georgia Harrison was spotted heading to court with her mum for the setencing of Stephen Bear.

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Georgia Harrison shares a picture on her Instagram story before sentencing

Georgia Harrison has taken to Instagram ahead of Bear's sentencing after he was found guilty of voyeurism and guilty to two counts of disclosing private sexual photographs and films with intent to cause distress.

The Love Island star posted a mirror selfie with the caption: "Suited and booted."

Georgia is wearing a white shirt and grey waistcoat while her hair is styled into curls framing her face.

Stephen Bear shares TikTok post before sentencing

Stephen Bear shared a TikTok video montage of himself and fiance Jessica Smith, 23, a day before attending court for sentencing.

The former reality TV star shared the news he had proposed to the OnlyFans content creator on Twitter in January, a month after his conviction.

He captioned the TikTok post: "Brb crying."

His fiance wrote back: "I love you so much xxxx."

Stephen Bear's downfall

Ahead of his sentencing later today, we take a look back at his string of controversies that led up to his conviction for sharing a video of himself and his ex-girlfriend having sex.

While his biggest claim to fame was his Celebrity Big Brother win 2016, but he became known for a number of disturbing antics.

Even during his December trial at Chelmsford Crown Court, Bear, 33, boasted of his sexual prowess and informed the court he had "many girlfriends in the press with high profiles."

Read more here.

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Georgia Harrison on 'shame and embarrassment' after telling parents of leaked video

Georgia Harrison bravely opened up in December about how she felt deep "shame and embarrassment" when having to reveal to her parents about the leaked sex tape.

The former The Only Way Is Essex and Love Island star was in the courtroom when Stephen was convicted of the charges and waived her right to anonymity in order to help other victims of these offences.

Following the conviction, Georgia said that she could "start embracing the future".

Georgia said: "I was crippled by shame and embarrassment when the video was leaked. I was used in such a terrible way. It decimated my self-worth and my ability to trust."

"Revenge porn is a crime that affects so many people," she added. "When I first realised the video was out there for everyone to see, my first thought was, ‘How am I going to tell my dad?’.

Read more here.

Georgia Harrison said she'd endured 'two years of hell' since Bear shared intimate footage of her (PA)

Stephen Bear to appear in court at 11.30am

Stephen Bear is due to appear in Chelmsford Crown Court at 11.30am this morning for sentencing.

He was found guilty of voyeurism and two counts of disclosing private sexual photographs in December after sharing a private video of him having sex with his ex-girlfriend Georgia Harrison on his OnlyFans website.

Bear was originally due to be sentenced in January, but a judge granted time of a psychiatric report to be conducted on the reality TV star.

His defence barrister Gemma Rose said following a probation report, Bear should undergo a psychiatric assessment as those who have assessed him so far were "unable to formally diagnose" and that it would be "beneficial" to the court for a full assessment to be done.

She said: "The sentence should be adjourned for the wait to prepare this report. I realise the delay will cause stress and anxiety to all those involved in the proceedings, but it's in my submission the court have all the evidence available before it.

"The crown have cited Mr Bear's behaviour at trial and I believe a psychiatric report will provide some context."

Bear showed up to court for his trial every day in a rented Rolls Royce, with increasingly exaggerated outfits including a full suit, fur coats, cane and cigars.

Prosecuting barrister Jacqueline Carey KC told the court that the crown did not oppose delaying the sentence.