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Prosecutors had described the 51-year-old, who starred in the films "Get Him to the Greek" and "Arthur", as a ruthless sexual predator. Russell Brand, once one of Britain's most high-profile broadcasters and the former husband of US singer Katy Perry, had denied the accusations, saying the incidents had either been consensual, reinvented or re-imagined.
Who is Russell Brand?
Russell Brand is an English actor, comedian and television presenter who was born in Essex, England. He studied at several drama schools in and around London before beginning his career in stand-up comedy, performing at venues such as the Hackney Empire and the Edinburgh Festival. Around the same time, he started working as a journalist and presenter for MTV, although the association eventually ended amid concerns over his controversial style.ALSO READ: Starbucks Red Cup Day 2026 in US, UK and Canada
Brand has appeared in several films, including Forgetting Sarah Marshall,…