Russell Brand

Who is Russell Brand?

Russell Brand is a comedian, actor, author, podcaster, and activist. He was born on June 4, 1975, in Grays, Essex, England. Brand began his career as a stand-up comedian in 2000, and soon gained popularity for his unique style and irreverent sense of humor. He went on to host various TV shows and starred in movies such as Forgetting Sarah Marshall, Get Him to the Greek, and Trolls.

Aside from his entertainment career, Brand is also known for his political activism. He has been involved in various social and political campaigns, advocating for drug rehabilitation, voting reform, and environmental conservation. In 2014, he even started his own political movement, called the Revolution. Brand has since authored several books, including Revolution and Recovery: Freedom from Our Addictions, both of which explore his personal and political beliefs.

Controversies and Personal Life

Despite his success, Brand has also been the subject of numerous controversies throughout his career. In 2008, he resigned from his MTV hosting job after making offensive jokes about the Jonas Brothers and George W. Bush. He has also faced criticism for his comments on religion, gender, and politics.

In his personal life, Brand has been married twice, first to singer Katy Perry and then to actress Laura Gallacher. He has two daughters with Gallacher. Brand has been open about his struggles with addiction and has been in and out of rehab several times. However, he has also been vocal about his journey to recovery and has been an advocate for addiction treatment.