Exclusive: This Sunday’s BAFTA TV Awards will “celebrate and remember the power of storytelling” at a “challenging” time for the industry, according to the new chair of the 77-year-old body.
Speaking exclusively to Deadline in the days leading up to the London ceremony, Sara Putt, who replaced Krishnendu Majumdar last year, said the awards will partly act as a tonic against the bad times, allowing “a community to come together, network, and be creative and supportive of each other.”
She acknowledged that 2023 was a “challenging year for many in the industry, whether freelancers or small indies,” coming a few months after BAFTA research found one third are considering leaving.
“We [at BAFTA] have many roles to play and it is important when times are hard to celebrate and remember the power of storytelling,” Putt said.
Nominated shows about local British stories such as BBC One’s The Sixth Commandment or ITV...
Speaking exclusively to Deadline in the days leading up to the London ceremony, Sara Putt, who replaced Krishnendu Majumdar last year, said the awards will partly act as a tonic against the bad times, allowing “a community to come together, network, and be creative and supportive of each other.”
She acknowledged that 2023 was a “challenging year for many in the industry, whether freelancers or small indies,” coming a few months after BAFTA research found one third are considering leaving.
“We [at BAFTA] have many roles to play and it is important when times are hard to celebrate and remember the power of storytelling,” Putt said.
Nominated shows about local British stories such as BBC One’s The Sixth Commandment or ITV...
- 5/9/2024
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
Bear Grylls has confirmed that he helped baptize Russell Brand, the British actor and comedian who has faced historical allegations of rape and sexual assault.
Brand has converted to Christianity and told his social media followers that he was baptized during an “incredible” ceremony in the River Thames supported by Grylls.
‘I want to thank Bear Grylls and my mate Joe, the two men that stood either side of me and flanked me for the baptism itself,’ Brand said in a video.
First week as a Christian and the biggest challenge has been… pic.twitter.com/GHTL8g0Orl
— Russell Brand (@rustyrockets) May 6, 2024
Grylls, a devout Christian and star of shows including Netflix’s You vs. Wild, later confirmed his role in a statement to The Daily Mail newspaper.
“Faith and spiritual moments in our lives are really personal, but it is a privilege to stand beside anyone when they...
Brand has converted to Christianity and told his social media followers that he was baptized during an “incredible” ceremony in the River Thames supported by Grylls.
‘I want to thank Bear Grylls and my mate Joe, the two men that stood either side of me and flanked me for the baptism itself,’ Brand said in a video.
First week as a Christian and the biggest challenge has been… pic.twitter.com/GHTL8g0Orl
— Russell Brand (@rustyrockets) May 6, 2024
Grylls, a devout Christian and star of shows including Netflix’s You vs. Wild, later confirmed his role in a statement to The Daily Mail newspaper.
“Faith and spiritual moments in our lives are really personal, but it is a privilege to stand beside anyone when they...
- 5/7/2024
- by Jake Kanter
- Deadline Film + TV
While Joe Biden and Donald Trump have kept their in-person campaigning to a minimum so far this election cycle, third-party candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has done everything he can do steal the spotlight, holding event after event with celebrity supporters. Now he can add another to the roster: actor Kevin Spacey.
Spacey, who faced more than a dozen accusations of sexual misconduct or assault since the #MeToo movement gripped the culture in 2017, appeared to indicate in a tweet on Monday that Kennedy had been there for him at his lowest.
Spacey, who faced more than a dozen accusations of sexual misconduct or assault since the #MeToo movement gripped the culture in 2017, appeared to indicate in a tweet on Monday that Kennedy had been there for him at his lowest.
- 5/6/2024
- by Miles Klee
- Rollingstone.com
Channel 4, the U.K. network where Russell Brand found early career fame, has revealed the findings of an internal investigation into whether its staff knew of “deeply troubling allegations” before they were revealed in a Dispatches doc last year.
The probe was opened after Channel 4’s Russell Brand: In Plain Sight: Dispatches program, which investigated sexual assault and misconduct allegations against the actor and TV host, aired on Sept. 16 of last year.
“The investigation found no evidence to suggest that there was knowledge within the channel of the allegations contained in the Dispatches program about Russell Brand’s behavior while he was a presenter on Big Brother’s Big Mouth and Kings of Comedy between 2004 and 2007,” the Channel 4 probe revealed.
After making a name for himself as a stand-up comic, Brand rose to fame on Channel 4 as the host of Big Brother spin-off Big Brother’s Big Mouth in the mid-2000s,...
The probe was opened after Channel 4’s Russell Brand: In Plain Sight: Dispatches program, which investigated sexual assault and misconduct allegations against the actor and TV host, aired on Sept. 16 of last year.
“The investigation found no evidence to suggest that there was knowledge within the channel of the allegations contained in the Dispatches program about Russell Brand’s behavior while he was a presenter on Big Brother’s Big Mouth and Kings of Comedy between 2004 and 2007,” the Channel 4 probe revealed.
After making a name for himself as a stand-up comic, Brand rose to fame on Channel 4 as the host of Big Brother spin-off Big Brother’s Big Mouth in the mid-2000s,...
- 3/21/2024
- by Etan Vlessing
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Channel 4 has said “two new worrying allegations” were received about Russell Brand after a Dispatches investigation aired in September last year, while two people have reported that “serious concerns” about his behavior had been in “circulation” when he joined Celebrity Bake Off in 2018.
The network has in the past few minutes delivered its report into Brand probing whether anyone within Channel 4 was aware of his alleged behavior, which was reported in the bombshell Dispatches report. Brands denies all the allegations and says the incidents were consensual.
Channel 4’s report said that “two new worrying allegations were received” following the broadcast of the doc on September 16.
One of those reported anonymously that a staff member had alleged that a former Channel 4 employee said that they had witnessed inappropriate behaviour. Another made an allegation related to Brand’s conduct towards a Channel 4 staff member “while both parties were working on the...
The network has in the past few minutes delivered its report into Brand probing whether anyone within Channel 4 was aware of his alleged behavior, which was reported in the bombshell Dispatches report. Brands denies all the allegations and says the incidents were consensual.
Channel 4’s report said that “two new worrying allegations were received” following the broadcast of the doc on September 16.
One of those reported anonymously that a staff member had alleged that a former Channel 4 employee said that they had witnessed inappropriate behaviour. Another made an allegation related to Brand’s conduct towards a Channel 4 staff member “while both parties were working on the...
- 3/21/2024
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
Former President Donald Trump’s campaign is running online advertising to raise cash for 2024 — and a portion of that ad spending is monetizing pro-Nazi content on the streaming service Rumble, Rolling Stone has observed.
In a short video ad that plays before select videos on Rumble, Trump makes a pitch to the Maga masses to help him counter “crooked Joe Biden” by donating to his 2024 campaign: “I am very humbly asking if you could chip in $5, $10, or even $25.” Trump vows that donors will help him “win back the White House” and “make America great again,...
In a short video ad that plays before select videos on Rumble, Trump makes a pitch to the Maga masses to help him counter “crooked Joe Biden” by donating to his 2024 campaign: “I am very humbly asking if you could chip in $5, $10, or even $25.” Trump vows that donors will help him “win back the White House” and “make America great again,...
- 3/14/2024
- by Tim Dickinson
- Rollingstone.com
Often considered one of the greatest performers of our time, Helen Mirren was recently honored at the American Cinematheque Awards with the Lifetime Achievement accolade. Presented with the honor by her 1923 costar Harrison Ford at the Beverly Hilton gala, Mirren took the opportunity to look back at some of the most memorable moments in her illustrious career.
However, the most memorable moment from her acceptance speech occurred at the very beginning after she took shots at AI, which has been a major talking point in media in recent years.
Helen Mirren (Credit: Instagram)
Helen Mirren Got a Roaring Applause After Tearing AI to Shreds
With AI growing at a rapid pace, it was one of the focal points in the SAG-AFTRA and WGA strike last year, as writers and actors shared concerns about losing their jobs to AI in the coming years. And being the queen she is, Helen...
However, the most memorable moment from her acceptance speech occurred at the very beginning after she took shots at AI, which has been a major talking point in media in recent years.
Helen Mirren (Credit: Instagram)
Helen Mirren Got a Roaring Applause After Tearing AI to Shreds
With AI growing at a rapid pace, it was one of the focal points in the SAG-AFTRA and WGA strike last year, as writers and actors shared concerns about losing their jobs to AI in the coming years. And being the queen she is, Helen...
- 2/17/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
British actress Helen Mirren is a Hollywood veteran who has been in the industry for over six decades. She has won numerous accolades throughout her career but is the only performer to have achieved both the American and the British Triple Crowns of Acting. Although she is a beloved British actress, she also has the honorary status of America’s Sweetheart.
Primarily known for her excellent work as an actress, Helen Mirren is also adored for her ability to make fun of the regal presence she brings to the screen. The actress had an off-screen role in Greta Gerwig’s box-office mammoth Barbie. She recently revealed that she almost appeared in person in the movie in a hilarious scene with Olivia Colman.
Helen Mirren Helen Mirren Had to Fight Off Olivia Colman in Deleted Barbie Scene
Barbie, directed by Greta Gerwig, took the world by storm upon its release alongside...
Primarily known for her excellent work as an actress, Helen Mirren is also adored for her ability to make fun of the regal presence she brings to the screen. The actress had an off-screen role in Greta Gerwig’s box-office mammoth Barbie. She recently revealed that she almost appeared in person in the movie in a hilarious scene with Olivia Colman.
Helen Mirren Helen Mirren Had to Fight Off Olivia Colman in Deleted Barbie Scene
Barbie, directed by Greta Gerwig, took the world by storm upon its release alongside...
- 2/16/2024
- by Ankita Shaw
- FandomWire
Russell Brand claims he doesn’t “recognize” the actress suing him for sex assault in New York and that there’s no way he drunkenly accosted her on the set of the film Arthur because he was already years into his decades-long sobriety during production.
In documents filed Tuesday and obtained by Rolling Stone, Brand answers the woman’s Nov. 6 complaint. The comedian says the “entire lawsuit” is premised on the “false claim” that he was visibly intoxicated when he allegedly exposed himself and assaulted the plaintiff while filming the...
In documents filed Tuesday and obtained by Rolling Stone, Brand answers the woman’s Nov. 6 complaint. The comedian says the “entire lawsuit” is premised on the “false claim” that he was visibly intoxicated when he allegedly exposed himself and assaulted the plaintiff while filming the...
- 2/14/2024
- by Nancy Dillon
- Rollingstone.com
If you’re looking for the best movies to watch on Netflix, you’ve come to the right place. Below, we’ve put together an expertly curated selection of some of the most exciting, compelling, emotional and funny movies currently streaming right now.
While it can be daunting thumbing through the streamer’s catalog to find out what to watch, we’ve taken the guesswork and mindless scrolling out of it. This post will be frequently updated with new recommendations, keeping you up to date with all the Netflix movies you should be prioritizing in your queue.
So peruse our list of the best movies on Netflix right now below, and happy watching!
Gladiator Russell Crowe in “Gladiator” (Universal Pictures)
Ridley Scott’s 2000 epic “Gladiator” took the Oscars by storm, winning Best Picture and Best Actor among others, and it still holds up as a tremendously exciting historical drama. Set in 180 Ad,...
While it can be daunting thumbing through the streamer’s catalog to find out what to watch, we’ve taken the guesswork and mindless scrolling out of it. This post will be frequently updated with new recommendations, keeping you up to date with all the Netflix movies you should be prioritizing in your queue.
So peruse our list of the best movies on Netflix right now below, and happy watching!
Gladiator Russell Crowe in “Gladiator” (Universal Pictures)
Ridley Scott’s 2000 epic “Gladiator” took the Oscars by storm, winning Best Picture and Best Actor among others, and it still holds up as a tremendously exciting historical drama. Set in 180 Ad,...
- 12/22/2023
- by Adam Chitwood
- The Wrap
Jeremy Renner Takes The Top Spot In Google’s Most Searched Actors Of 2023 List! (Picture Credit: Facebook)
2023 is about to end soon, and we are all in the Endgame now that the list of most searched actors, actresses, and movies is coming up. After defying death earlier this year, Jeremy Renner has made it to the list of Google’s Most Searched Actors of 2023. Keep scrolling to know which other actors have made it to the list besides the Hawkeye actor.
Renner met with a near-fatal accident on the first day of 2023. On January 1st, he was run over by his Sno-Cat, a massive snow plow weighing over 14, 330 pounds while saving his nephew. The actor is known for playing Clint Barton, aka Hawkeye, in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and his fan following increased tenfold after his inspirational recovery from the deadly incident. He reportedly broke more than thirty bones,...
2023 is about to end soon, and we are all in the Endgame now that the list of most searched actors, actresses, and movies is coming up. After defying death earlier this year, Jeremy Renner has made it to the list of Google’s Most Searched Actors of 2023. Keep scrolling to know which other actors have made it to the list besides the Hawkeye actor.
Renner met with a near-fatal accident on the first day of 2023. On January 1st, he was run over by his Sno-Cat, a massive snow plow weighing over 14, 330 pounds while saving his nephew. The actor is known for playing Clint Barton, aka Hawkeye, in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and his fan following increased tenfold after his inspirational recovery from the deadly incident. He reportedly broke more than thirty bones,...
- 12/12/2023
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
British TV vet Samir Shah has been unveiled as the new BBC Chair, coming with a major decision on the licence fee imminent.
Shah, who runs production company Juniper TV and used to be a senior BBC News exec, has been appointed by the government several months after the resignation of Richard Sharp, who left the corporation after just two years amidst the conflict-of-interest scandal involving the facilitation of a potential loan for Boris Johnson.
Shah has been working on and off in TV for four decades and is well known in industry circles. He used to run the BBC’s political journalism shows and was a non-exec director during the ‘Crowngate’ affair involving Queen Elizabeth II, at which point he advised Director General Mark Thompson over a scandal that led to the resignation of BBC One Controller Peter Fincham. He bought Juniper in 1998 and has made shows for the likes of the BBC,...
Shah, who runs production company Juniper TV and used to be a senior BBC News exec, has been appointed by the government several months after the resignation of Richard Sharp, who left the corporation after just two years amidst the conflict-of-interest scandal involving the facilitation of a potential loan for Boris Johnson.
Shah has been working on and off in TV for four decades and is well known in industry circles. He used to run the BBC’s political journalism shows and was a non-exec director during the ‘Crowngate’ affair involving Queen Elizabeth II, at which point he advised Director General Mark Thompson over a scandal that led to the resignation of BBC One Controller Peter Fincham. He bought Juniper in 1998 and has made shows for the likes of the BBC,...
- 12/6/2023
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
Novak Djokovic has been classified as a "high-risk" celebrity by pharmaceutical company Moderna because of his anti-vaccination stance on Covid-19, according to reports.
Djokovic is one the most prominent sportsperson who denied taking the coronavirus vaccine at a time when the world was grappling with a pandemic. He was barred from playing a host of big tournaments because of his vaccination status.
In 2022, he was infamously ejected from Australia following a controversial visa cancellation process that saw the Serbian star in a court battle with the Australian immigration authorities. That same year, Djokovic delivered a bombshell interview on BBC.
He explained that he was willing to pay the price of missing tennis tournaments rather than take a forced vaccine. Although he did not denounce the coronavirus vaccine nor criticize those taking it, he opined that he "supported the freedom to choose what you put in your body."
A semblance of...
Djokovic is one the most prominent sportsperson who denied taking the coronavirus vaccine at a time when the world was grappling with a pandemic. He was barred from playing a host of big tournaments because of his vaccination status.
In 2022, he was infamously ejected from Australia following a controversial visa cancellation process that saw the Serbian star in a court battle with the Australian immigration authorities. That same year, Djokovic delivered a bombshell interview on BBC.
He explained that he was willing to pay the price of missing tennis tournaments rather than take a forced vaccine. Although he did not denounce the coronavirus vaccine nor criticize those taking it, he opined that he "supported the freedom to choose what you put in your body."
A semblance of...
- 11/29/2023
- Tennis-Infinity
Channel 4 is in “market shock territory” and may finally look to use its £75M ($94M) revolving credit facility next year, according to CEO Alex Mahon.
Mahon faced a barrage of questions about the embattled Gogglebox broadcaster’s finances from the Culture, Media & Sport Committee this morning and was at pains to stress how bad the ad market has been this year and its impact on Channel 4.
In line with rivals, she said Channel 4 hasn’t seen predicted recoveries in H2 or Q4 of 2023 and revenues will likely be down around 8% for 2023, while the channel expects to post a deficit following three years of surplus.
“We are in what I would probably call market shock territory,” she told MPs. “This level of ad fall was only deeper in the 2008 recession.”
In a marked change of position, Mahon said she “imagines” Channel 4 may “look at how to use” the credit facility next year,...
Mahon faced a barrage of questions about the embattled Gogglebox broadcaster’s finances from the Culture, Media & Sport Committee this morning and was at pains to stress how bad the ad market has been this year and its impact on Channel 4.
In line with rivals, she said Channel 4 hasn’t seen predicted recoveries in H2 or Q4 of 2023 and revenues will likely be down around 8% for 2023, while the channel expects to post a deficit following three years of surplus.
“We are in what I would probably call market shock territory,” she told MPs. “This level of ad fall was only deeper in the 2008 recession.”
In a marked change of position, Mahon said she “imagines” Channel 4 may “look at how to use” the credit facility next year,...
- 11/28/2023
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
A woman is filing a lawsuit against music executive Jimmy Iovine, alleging the Interscope Records co-founder sexually abused her and forcibly touched her, according to court documents. Iovine tells Rolling Stone he’s “shocked and baffled” by the claim.
A Jane Doe plaintiff filed a summons and notice on Wednesday in New York and alleges Iovine, 70, engaged in “multiple instances of sexual abuse and forcible touching of her, including a specific incident of sexual misconduct” that occurred in New York City in August 2007. The legal filing contained little additional information...
A Jane Doe plaintiff filed a summons and notice on Wednesday in New York and alleges Iovine, 70, engaged in “multiple instances of sexual abuse and forcible touching of her, including a specific incident of sexual misconduct” that occurred in New York City in August 2007. The legal filing contained little additional information...
- 11/22/2023
- by Cheyenne Roundtree and Ethan Millman
- Rollingstone.com
Less than a week after Sean “Diddy” Combs was accused of rape and sex trafficking by R&b singer Cassie, a longtime executive at his company Bad Boy Entertainment is being sued for allegedly grooming and sexually assaulting his assistant.
Harve Pierre, the former president of Bad Boy who met Diddy when they were students together at Howard University, is accused of preying on the Jane Doe plaintiff “on multiple occasions in New York City and other locations throughout the country,” the complaint filed in New York County Supreme Court...
Harve Pierre, the former president of Bad Boy who met Diddy when they were students together at Howard University, is accused of preying on the Jane Doe plaintiff “on multiple occasions in New York City and other locations throughout the country,” the complaint filed in New York County Supreme Court...
- 11/22/2023
- by Nancy Dillon
- Rollingstone.com
Senior figures from Bectu, the Film and TV Charity and Ciisa spoke to academic Anna Bull who has conducted the study into harassment.
In the wake of the ‘Safe To Speak Up’ study that revealed sexual harassment is still rife in the UK film and TV industry six years on from the growth of the #MeToo movement, senior figures have come together to call on industry employers to do more to manage instances of workplace sexual harassment and violence.
Philippa Childs, the head of Bectu, Lucy Tallon, the Film and TV Charity’s head of mental health and wellbeing and Jen Smith,...
In the wake of the ‘Safe To Speak Up’ study that revealed sexual harassment is still rife in the UK film and TV industry six years on from the growth of the #MeToo movement, senior figures have come together to call on industry employers to do more to manage instances of workplace sexual harassment and violence.
Philippa Childs, the head of Bectu, Lucy Tallon, the Film and TV Charity’s head of mental health and wellbeing and Jen Smith,...
- 11/16/2023
- by Mona Tabbara
- ScreenDaily
It’s a classic rom-com trope. A couple gets together for a casual hookup with little sign of chemistry, sometimes outright friction, and hostility. They find they fail to agree on anything, and their personalities clash. Eventually, after a seemingly never-ending rollercoaster of ups and downs, they find their feelings for each other altering. They’re both struck by Cupid’s arrow! These stories may have emanated from some screenwriter’s imagination, but there’s a reason for plots consistently flowing along these lines. Romantic movies are avidly watched because they reflect reality – audiences can’t get enough stories about casual affairs gaining momentum, and blossoming into a stronger bond. Films are also reflecting the reality of so many singles these days, whose default method of looking for hook up opportunities is to rely on online apps or websites. On these virtual platforms, they’ll be guaranteed access to a treasure trove of talent,...
- 11/15/2023
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
Lily Allen is calling out Russell Brand for a rape joke made at her expense between himself, Jimmy Carr, Noel Fielding and Jonathan Ross.
The 38-year-old “Smile” singer recalled the moment on The Big Fat Quiz of the Year in 2007.
At the start of the show, Jonathan moved Lily, “the only sexually attractive young lady” on the panel, away from panelists Russell and Noel Fielding to the “sexless zone,” saying it was to protect her.
Keep reading to find out more…
“And then Lily may go home with her dress still on,” Jonathan said, to which The Great British Bake Off co-host responded: “How dare you – we’re not rapists.”
Jimmy then asked why he was wearing a cape “if [he] wasn’t a rapist,” with Noel explaining that his cape was actually a Jack the Ripper cape.
“He wasn’t a rapist, he was a…” Noel replied, before Russell added: “Serial murderer.
The 38-year-old “Smile” singer recalled the moment on The Big Fat Quiz of the Year in 2007.
At the start of the show, Jonathan moved Lily, “the only sexually attractive young lady” on the panel, away from panelists Russell and Noel Fielding to the “sexless zone,” saying it was to protect her.
Keep reading to find out more…
“And then Lily may go home with her dress still on,” Jonathan said, to which The Great British Bake Off co-host responded: “How dare you – we’re not rapists.”
Jimmy then asked why he was wearing a cape “if [he] wasn’t a rapist,” with Noel explaining that his cape was actually a Jack the Ripper cape.
“He wasn’t a rapist, he was a…” Noel replied, before Russell added: “Serial murderer.
- 11/14/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
The BBC said it received five complaints about Russell Brand’s behavior from when the comedian hosted radio shows on the British public broadcaster between 2006 and 2008.
Two of the complaints were submitted over the last two months, after the BBC launched a review of Brand’s time at the network following allegations against Brand of rape and sexual assault (the comedian has denied these accusations). One complaint was brought in 2019, but was related to an incident that allegedly took place in 2008. And the final two complaints were raised between 2006 and...
Two of the complaints were submitted over the last two months, after the BBC launched a review of Brand’s time at the network following allegations against Brand of rape and sexual assault (the comedian has denied these accusations). One complaint was brought in 2019, but was related to an incident that allegedly took place in 2008. And the final two complaints were raised between 2006 and...
- 11/14/2023
- by Jon Blistein
- Rollingstone.com
The BBC network in Britain has given an update into its workplace misconduct investigation into comedian Russell Brand, which includes a complaint regarding conduct at the British broadcaster’s Los Angeles office in 2008.
“Our investigations so far indicate a total of five complaints directly to the BBC: two individuals raised complaints and concerns during 2006-2008 and raised these issues again after Russell Brand left the BBC. A separate complaint was made by another individual after Russell Brand had left the BBC in relation to the 2008 allegation in LA. Two further complainants have come forward since the review began,” BBC representative Peter Johnston said of the ongoing probe on Tuesday.
The allegation from Los Angeles around workplace conduct in 2008 was first formally reported to the BBC in 2019. “We have spoken to a number of individuals, including some who were based in Los Angeles at the time, but the work on this continues.
“Our investigations so far indicate a total of five complaints directly to the BBC: two individuals raised complaints and concerns during 2006-2008 and raised these issues again after Russell Brand left the BBC. A separate complaint was made by another individual after Russell Brand had left the BBC in relation to the 2008 allegation in LA. Two further complainants have come forward since the review began,” BBC representative Peter Johnston said of the ongoing probe on Tuesday.
The allegation from Los Angeles around workplace conduct in 2008 was first formally reported to the BBC in 2019. “We have spoken to a number of individuals, including some who were based in Los Angeles at the time, but the work on this continues.
- 11/14/2023
- by Etan Vlessing
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The BBC is investigating five complaints into the conduct of Russell Brand during the comedian’s time as a presenter for the broadcaster.
In September, the Sunday Times of London, The Times and U.K. broadcaster Channel 4’s documentary team “Dispatches” published the results of a year-long investigation where Brand was accused of “rape, sexual assaults and emotional abuse.” Brand preemptively denied the allegations in a YouTube video titled “So, This Is Happening,” where he said he “absolutely refutes” the “litany of astonishing, rather baroque, attacks.”
The BBC launched a review into Brand’s conduct for the time he was with the broadcaster and has now called for more information.
“Following recent media reporting, we have undertaken significant work to identify what complaints or allegations were made to the BBC about Russell Brand’s conduct. The passage of time means this is not a straightforward task – for example, the...
In September, the Sunday Times of London, The Times and U.K. broadcaster Channel 4’s documentary team “Dispatches” published the results of a year-long investigation where Brand was accused of “rape, sexual assaults and emotional abuse.” Brand preemptively denied the allegations in a YouTube video titled “So, This Is Happening,” where he said he “absolutely refutes” the “litany of astonishing, rather baroque, attacks.”
The BBC launched a review into Brand’s conduct for the time he was with the broadcaster and has now called for more information.
“Following recent media reporting, we have undertaken significant work to identify what complaints or allegations were made to the BBC about Russell Brand’s conduct. The passage of time means this is not a straightforward task – for example, the...
- 11/14/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
The BBC has provided an update on its investigation into the alleged conduct of Russell Brand, revealing that five complaints were made about the star, who presented radio shows for the UK broadcaster.
The BBC said the complaints refer to Brand’s workplace conduct between 2006 and 2008, when he was hosting BBC 6 Music and Radio 2 shows.
Two individuals raised concerns during his employment and then repeated their concerns after Brand had left the BBC, according to the update.
A separate complaint was made in 2019 by a third individual, who made allegations about the presenter’s conduct at BBC premises in Los Angeles in 2008.
The BBC said two further complainants have come forward since its review was launched. Peter Johnston, BBC director of editorial complaints, is overseeing the work.
The BBC launched its investigation after The Times, The Sunday Times, and Channel 4 reported allegations that Brand sexually assaulted four women...
The BBC said the complaints refer to Brand’s workplace conduct between 2006 and 2008, when he was hosting BBC 6 Music and Radio 2 shows.
Two individuals raised concerns during his employment and then repeated their concerns after Brand had left the BBC, according to the update.
A separate complaint was made in 2019 by a third individual, who made allegations about the presenter’s conduct at BBC premises in Los Angeles in 2008.
The BBC said two further complainants have come forward since its review was launched. Peter Johnston, BBC director of editorial complaints, is overseeing the work.
The BBC launched its investigation after The Times, The Sunday Times, and Channel 4 reported allegations that Brand sexually assaulted four women...
- 11/14/2023
- by Jake Kanter
- Deadline Film + TV
Los Angeles, Nov 6 (Ians) The woman who has filed a lawsuit against comedian-actor Russell Brand and Warner Bros, claiming the former actor assaulted her on the set of ‘Arthur’ in 2010 has detailed her complaint.
The complainant — an unnamed actress labelled Jane Doe in court documents — filed her suit in New York Supreme Court. She spoke to the Sunday Times newspaper in the UK. In a lengthy interview, she alleges that the assault happened in July 2010, during production of the comedy remake of Arthur, reports Deadline.
Brand, who played the title role, was engaged to singer Katy Perry, who would appear with him on the red carpet for the film’s premiere the following year.
As per Deadline, she alleged that Brand exposed himself to her in full view of some of the cast and crew of the film, then the same day, Brand entered the bathroom she was in and assaulted her,...
The complainant — an unnamed actress labelled Jane Doe in court documents — filed her suit in New York Supreme Court. She spoke to the Sunday Times newspaper in the UK. In a lengthy interview, she alleges that the assault happened in July 2010, during production of the comedy remake of Arthur, reports Deadline.
Brand, who played the title role, was engaged to singer Katy Perry, who would appear with him on the red carpet for the film’s premiere the following year.
As per Deadline, she alleged that Brand exposed himself to her in full view of some of the cast and crew of the film, then the same day, Brand entered the bathroom she was in and assaulted her,...
- 11/5/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Los Angeles, Nov 6 (Ians) The woman who has filed a lawsuit against comedian-actor Russell Brand and Warner Bros, claiming the former actor assaulted her on the set of ‘Arthur’ in 2010 has detailed her complaint.
The complainant — an unnamed actress labelled Jane Doe in court documents — filed her suit in New York Supreme Court. She spoke to the Sunday Times newspaper in the UK. In a lengthy interview, she alleges that the assault happened in July 2010, during production of the comedy remake of Arthur, reports Deadline.
Brand, who played the title role, was engaged to singer Katy Perry, who would appear with him on the red carpet for the film’s premiere the following year.
As per Deadline, she alleged that Brand exposed himself to her in full view of some of the cast and crew of the film, then the same day, Brand entered the bathroom she was in and assaulted her,...
The complainant — an unnamed actress labelled Jane Doe in court documents — filed her suit in New York Supreme Court. She spoke to the Sunday Times newspaper in the UK. In a lengthy interview, she alleges that the assault happened in July 2010, during production of the comedy remake of Arthur, reports Deadline.
Brand, who played the title role, was engaged to singer Katy Perry, who would appear with him on the red carpet for the film’s premiere the following year.
As per Deadline, she alleged that Brand exposed himself to her in full view of some of the cast and crew of the film, then the same day, Brand entered the bathroom she was in and assaulted her,...
- 11/5/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Russell Brand has been accused of sexual assault by a film extra during the production of “Arthur” in July 2010.
In a lawsuit, filed Friday in the New York Supreme Court and obtained by Variety, a woman — referred to as Jane Doe — said that Brand “appeared intoxicated, smelled of alcohol, and was carrying a bottle of vodka on set” prior to the assault.
Brand, who played the titular role in 2011’s “Arthur,” then proceeded to expose himself to the complainant and in full view of the cast and crew, the lawsuit states.
“The sexual assault happened later that same day when I was in the bathroom. Mr. Brand entered after me and assaulted me, as a member of the production crew guarded the door from outside,” the suit reads. “As a result of the sexual abuse, I suffered and continue to suffer extreme embarrassment, shame, and fear.”
Companies that were involved...
In a lawsuit, filed Friday in the New York Supreme Court and obtained by Variety, a woman — referred to as Jane Doe — said that Brand “appeared intoxicated, smelled of alcohol, and was carrying a bottle of vodka on set” prior to the assault.
Brand, who played the titular role in 2011’s “Arthur,” then proceeded to expose himself to the complainant and in full view of the cast and crew, the lawsuit states.
“The sexual assault happened later that same day when I was in the bathroom. Mr. Brand entered after me and assaulted me, as a member of the production crew guarded the door from outside,” the suit reads. “As a result of the sexual abuse, I suffered and continue to suffer extreme embarrassment, shame, and fear.”
Companies that were involved...
- 11/5/2023
- by Michaela Zee
- Variety Film + TV
The woman who has filed a lawsuit against Russell Brand and Warner Bros, claiming the former actor assaulted her on the set of Arthur in 2010 has given an interview, detailing her complaint.
The complainant – an unnamed actress labelled Jane Doe in court documents – filed her suit in New York Supreme Court Friday, and has now spoken to the Sunday Times newspaper in the UK.
In a lengthy interview:
She alleges that the assault happened in July 2010, during production of the comedy remake of Arthur. Brand, who played the title role, was engaged to singer Katy Perry, who would appear with him on the red carpet for the film’s premiere the following year.
She alleges that Brand exposed himself to her in full view of some of the cast and crew of the film, then the same day, Brand entered the bathroom she was in and assaulted her, “as a...
The complainant – an unnamed actress labelled Jane Doe in court documents – filed her suit in New York Supreme Court Friday, and has now spoken to the Sunday Times newspaper in the UK.
In a lengthy interview:
She alleges that the assault happened in July 2010, during production of the comedy remake of Arthur. Brand, who played the title role, was engaged to singer Katy Perry, who would appear with him on the red carpet for the film’s premiere the following year.
She alleges that Brand exposed himself to her in full view of some of the cast and crew of the film, then the same day, Brand entered the bathroom she was in and assaulted her, “as a...
- 11/5/2023
- by Caroline Frost
- Deadline Film + TV
Russell Brand is facing another sexual assault allegation.
The 48-year-old comedian and actor was sued in New York City by a woman who worked as an extra on the set of his 2011 movie, Arthur. She goes by the pseudonym Jane Doe in the legal documents.
Said documents include details about two alleged incidents of inappropriate behavior from Russell on set.
Read more about the allegations against Russell Brand…
According to People, the woman alleged that Russell showed the woman his penis “in full view of the cast and crew.”
She further alleged that she was assaulted in a bathroom “as a member of the production crew guarded the door from outside.”
Russell was named as a defendant in the case alongside the movie’s production companies, Warner Bros. Pictures and Warner Bros. Discoveries.
The documents note that the woman suffers “extreme embarrassment, shame, and fear” and has issues with trusting people.
The 48-year-old comedian and actor was sued in New York City by a woman who worked as an extra on the set of his 2011 movie, Arthur. She goes by the pseudonym Jane Doe in the legal documents.
Said documents include details about two alleged incidents of inappropriate behavior from Russell on set.
Read more about the allegations against Russell Brand…
According to People, the woman alleged that Russell showed the woman his penis “in full view of the cast and crew.”
She further alleged that she was assaulted in a bathroom “as a member of the production crew guarded the door from outside.”
Russell was named as a defendant in the case alongside the movie’s production companies, Warner Bros. Pictures and Warner Bros. Discoveries.
The documents note that the woman suffers “extreme embarrassment, shame, and fear” and has issues with trusting people.
- 11/4/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Russell Brand is facing yet another accusation of sexual assault in a new lawsuit filed in the New York Supreme Court on Friday.
The plaintiff, Jane Doe, alleged that Brand exposed himself in front of the cast and crew while filming the 2010 remake of “Arthur,” before he followed her into a bathroom and assaulted her as “a member of production crew guarded the door from outside.”
Doe also named Warner Bros., the production company behind the film, in the suit.
Representatives for Warner Bros. didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment from TheWrap. Attempts to reach Brand, who has been dropped by his agent following earlier accusations, were unsuccessful.
It’s the latest in a string of accusations against the comedian-turned-right wing influencer. In September, four women accused the actor of rape and sexual assault. The incidents took place between 2006 and 2013, a time period that includes the production of “Arthur.
The plaintiff, Jane Doe, alleged that Brand exposed himself in front of the cast and crew while filming the 2010 remake of “Arthur,” before he followed her into a bathroom and assaulted her as “a member of production crew guarded the door from outside.”
Doe also named Warner Bros., the production company behind the film, in the suit.
Representatives for Warner Bros. didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment from TheWrap. Attempts to reach Brand, who has been dropped by his agent following earlier accusations, were unsuccessful.
It’s the latest in a string of accusations against the comedian-turned-right wing influencer. In September, four women accused the actor of rape and sexual assault. The incidents took place between 2006 and 2013, a time period that includes the production of “Arthur.
- 11/4/2023
- by Stephanie Kaloi
- The Wrap
Russell Brand has been accused of sexual assault by a film extra during the making of his 2010 comedy Arthur.
The BBC reports that the British presenter is the subject of a civil lawsuit filed Friday in the New York Supreme Court.
In her affidavit, the complainant – referred to as Jane Doe – alleged that Brand, who played the title role in the film, had “appeared intoxicated, smelled of alcohol, and was carrying a bottle of vodka on set” before the assault on July 7 2010.
She claimed that he exposed himself in full view of the cast and crew, before he followed her into a bathroom and assaulted her as “a member of production crew guarded the door from outside.”
Film studio Warner Bros Pictures and other companies involved in the production are also named as defendants.
The film Arthur, a remake of the 1981 film starring Dudley Moore in the title role, co-starred Helen Mirren,...
The BBC reports that the British presenter is the subject of a civil lawsuit filed Friday in the New York Supreme Court.
In her affidavit, the complainant – referred to as Jane Doe – alleged that Brand, who played the title role in the film, had “appeared intoxicated, smelled of alcohol, and was carrying a bottle of vodka on set” before the assault on July 7 2010.
She claimed that he exposed himself in full view of the cast and crew, before he followed her into a bathroom and assaulted her as “a member of production crew guarded the door from outside.”
Film studio Warner Bros Pictures and other companies involved in the production are also named as defendants.
The film Arthur, a remake of the 1981 film starring Dudley Moore in the title role, co-starred Helen Mirren,...
- 11/4/2023
- by Caroline Frost
- Deadline Film + TV
Actor-comedian Russell Brand, who was accused of four sexual assault allegations earlier this year, was hit with another lawsuit by a woman alleging that in 2010, he exposed himself to her on the set of ‘Arthur’ before sexually assaulting her in a bathroom.
In an affidavit filed on Friday and obtained by Insider, ‘Jane Doe’ requested a New York judge for anonymity, and stated she feared being blacklisted and retaliation, reports rollingstone.com.
The woman claimed that Brand “previously used his social media platform to rally his fan base to support him in the face of current accusations.”
Doe alleged the assault occurred on July 7, 2010 when she was an extra on the set of ‘Arthur’.
In the filing, she claims that Brand “appeared intoxicated, smelt of alcohol, and was carrying a bottle of vodka on set” before he exposed his penis “in full view of the cast and crew.”
That same day,...
In an affidavit filed on Friday and obtained by Insider, ‘Jane Doe’ requested a New York judge for anonymity, and stated she feared being blacklisted and retaliation, reports rollingstone.com.
The woman claimed that Brand “previously used his social media platform to rally his fan base to support him in the face of current accusations.”
Doe alleged the assault occurred on July 7, 2010 when she was an extra on the set of ‘Arthur’.
In the filing, she claims that Brand “appeared intoxicated, smelt of alcohol, and was carrying a bottle of vodka on set” before he exposed his penis “in full view of the cast and crew.”
That same day,...
- 11/4/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actor-comedian Russell Brand, who was accused of four sexual assault allegations earlier this year, was hit with another lawsuit by a woman alleging that in 2010, he exposed himself to her on the set of ‘Arthur’ before sexually assaulting her in a bathroom.
In an affidavit filed on Friday and obtained by Insider, ‘Jane Doe’ requested a New York judge for anonymity, and stated she feared being blacklisted and retaliation, reports rollingstone.com.
The woman claimed that Brand “previously used his social media platform to rally his fan base to support him in the face of current accusations.”
Doe alleged the assault occurred on July 7, 2010 when she was an extra on the set of ‘Arthur’.
In the filing, she claims that Brand “appeared intoxicated, smelt of alcohol, and was carrying a bottle of vodka on set” before he exposed his penis “in full view of the cast and crew.”
That same day,...
In an affidavit filed on Friday and obtained by Insider, ‘Jane Doe’ requested a New York judge for anonymity, and stated she feared being blacklisted and retaliation, reports rollingstone.com.
The woman claimed that Brand “previously used his social media platform to rally his fan base to support him in the face of current accusations.”
Doe alleged the assault occurred on July 7, 2010 when she was an extra on the set of ‘Arthur’.
In the filing, she claims that Brand “appeared intoxicated, smelt of alcohol, and was carrying a bottle of vodka on set” before he exposed his penis “in full view of the cast and crew.”
That same day,...
- 11/4/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Russell Brand, the comedian accused of four sexual assault allegations earlier this year, was hit with a new lawsuit Friday by a woman alleging he exposed himself to her on the set of the movie Arthur in 2010 and then sexually assaulted her in a bathroom.
In an affidavit filed in New York County Supreme Court and obtained by Rolling Stone, “Jane Doe” asks to proceed anonymously because she’s still a working actor and fears being blacklisted. The woman claims Brand “previously used his social media platform to rally his...
In an affidavit filed in New York County Supreme Court and obtained by Rolling Stone, “Jane Doe” asks to proceed anonymously because she’s still a working actor and fears being blacklisted. The woman claims Brand “previously used his social media platform to rally his...
- 11/4/2023
- by Charisma Madarang and Nancy Dillon
- Rollingstone.com
Peacock is nothing if not a goldmine of content, with basically something to watch for everyone, and today we are making a list of the best new movies coming to Peacock in November 2023 that you can watch in the upcoming month. The movies in this list are ranked according to their availability dates.
Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul. (November 1)
Synopsis: Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul. is a satirical comedy starring Regina Hall as Trinitie Childs – the proud first lady of a Southern Baptist megachurch, who together with her husband Pastor Lee-Curtis Childs (Sterling K. Brown), once served a congregation in the tens of thousands. But after a scandal forces their church to temporarily close, Trinitie and Lee-Curtis must reopen their church and rebuild their congregation to make the biggest comeback that commodified religion has ever seen.
Jurassic World Dominion (November 2)
Synopsis: Two worlds collide as the epic saga...
Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul. (November 1)
Synopsis: Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul. is a satirical comedy starring Regina Hall as Trinitie Childs – the proud first lady of a Southern Baptist megachurch, who together with her husband Pastor Lee-Curtis Childs (Sterling K. Brown), once served a congregation in the tens of thousands. But after a scandal forces their church to temporarily close, Trinitie and Lee-Curtis must reopen their church and rebuild their congregation to make the biggest comeback that commodified religion has ever seen.
Jurassic World Dominion (November 2)
Synopsis: Two worlds collide as the epic saga...
- 11/2/2023
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
“Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour” made a surprise appearance on the theatrical release calendar this October and has already become the second-highest grossing concert documentary ever, drawing in fans who wanted to re-experience her Eras Tour in movie form and those who weren’t able to catch this summer’s concert. But while “The Eras Tour” movie still isn’t the top music doc (yet), it’s something of an outlier when it comes to just how much it’s made at the box office — $178 million and counting.
Several other big-name musicians and bands have released documentaries about their tours or certain albums, but the only ones to come close to the success of “The Eras Tour” include Michael Jackson and Justin Bieber, so far. Beyoncé’s “Renaissance” tour documentary, slated for a Dec. 1 release, could further shake up the stats and the box office.
Below we’ve rounded up...
Several other big-name musicians and bands have released documentaries about their tours or certain albums, but the only ones to come close to the success of “The Eras Tour” include Michael Jackson and Justin Bieber, so far. Beyoncé’s “Renaissance” tour documentary, slated for a Dec. 1 release, could further shake up the stats and the box office.
Below we’ve rounded up...
- 10/27/2023
- by Dessi Gomez
- The Wrap
Social events, filming on location and international industry events were identified as the riskiest settings.
A new study has found sexual harassment is still rife in the UK film and TV industry and that individuals frequently face backlash when they do report incidents.
The report, conducted by an academic at the University of York, centred around interviews with 18 individuals working in the industry across a variety of roles and fields who experienced and/or reported sexual harassment and violence at work.
The incidents all occurred from December 2017 onwards and the growth of the #MeToo movement. They included sexualised comments, having...
A new study has found sexual harassment is still rife in the UK film and TV industry and that individuals frequently face backlash when they do report incidents.
The report, conducted by an academic at the University of York, centred around interviews with 18 individuals working in the industry across a variety of roles and fields who experienced and/or reported sexual harassment and violence at work.
The incidents all occurred from December 2017 onwards and the growth of the #MeToo movement. They included sexualised comments, having...
- 10/24/2023
- by Ellie Calnan
- ScreenDaily
Rumble has made a brave stand as a right-leaning “free speech” video site where users can get life advice from accused human trafficker Andrew Tate, learn how vaccinated people are “ticking time bombs,” dive into QAnon lore about Princess Diana and JFK Jr. faking their deaths to take down an evil banking cabal, or adopt the screenname “Jew Hunter” while using a picture of a Ku Klux Klan rally as a profile background. But the appeal of such a platform isn’t necessarily enough to make it a successful upstart...
- 10/11/2023
- by Miles Klee
- Rollingstone.com
‘Big Brother’ Unveils Duty Of Care Protocols
Big Brother housemates will have to abide by the same social media blackout as Love Island contestants while those working on the show will be regularly reminded of Banijay’s Bullying and Harassment, Grievance and Whistleblowing Policies, as ITV shares its duty of care protocols for the reboot. Kicking off Sunday, Big Brother returns to British TV screens after five years off air and ITV and Banijay label Initial have been stringent in their approach to duty of care, given that conflict shows such as the Jeremy Kyle Show have been axed while Big Brother has been off air. ITV’s welfare package includes the social media blackout that means housemates’ family and friends will not be asked not to post content on individual social media accounts for the duration of their time in the house. Housemates will also undergo psychological and medical...
Big Brother housemates will have to abide by the same social media blackout as Love Island contestants while those working on the show will be regularly reminded of Banijay’s Bullying and Harassment, Grievance and Whistleblowing Policies, as ITV shares its duty of care protocols for the reboot. Kicking off Sunday, Big Brother returns to British TV screens after five years off air and ITV and Banijay label Initial have been stringent in their approach to duty of care, given that conflict shows such as the Jeremy Kyle Show have been axed while Big Brother has been off air. ITV’s welfare package includes the social media blackout that means housemates’ family and friends will not be asked not to post content on individual social media accounts for the duration of their time in the house. Housemates will also undergo psychological and medical...
- 10/4/2023
- by Max Goldbart and Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
“This is the perfect opportunity for us to make reality ‘real’ again,” says Peter Tierney, the commissioner who has spent the past two years overseeing ITV’s rebooted Big Brother.
Speaking as ITV prepares to become the third UK network to premiere the world-beating format, Tierney says his team have listened relentlessly to audiences “telling us that they want real, authentic reality.”
“They are aware of the way in which [some of] these shows are made, the directions you can push contestants in and the hands of the producer,” he adds. “But Big Brother presents us with the perfect opportunity to make reality ‘real’ again, providing a better opportunity for an environment that is conducive to real life than many other reality shows afford you.”
In a world of over-polished, glossy hits, Tierney says his reality commissioning team and producers at Banijay label Initial have repeatedly stressed that they will do their...
Speaking as ITV prepares to become the third UK network to premiere the world-beating format, Tierney says his team have listened relentlessly to audiences “telling us that they want real, authentic reality.”
“They are aware of the way in which [some of] these shows are made, the directions you can push contestants in and the hands of the producer,” he adds. “But Big Brother presents us with the perfect opportunity to make reality ‘real’ again, providing a better opportunity for an environment that is conducive to real life than many other reality shows afford you.”
In a world of over-polished, glossy hits, Tierney says his reality commissioning team and producers at Banijay label Initial have repeatedly stressed that they will do their...
- 10/3/2023
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
Thames Valley Police has launched an investigation into Russell Brand after being contacted by a woman who presented additional information regarding reports of “harassment and stalking,” according to BBC.
It marks the second U.K. police force to investigate the actor and comedian following an extensive report published last month that revealed sexual assault and rape claims spanning a seven-year period from 2006 to 2013.
In a statement to BBC, the Thames Valley Police verified that it would look into the new information provided but added that it would be “inappropriate to comment on an ongoing investigation.
It marks the second U.K. police force to investigate the actor and comedian following an extensive report published last month that revealed sexual assault and rape claims spanning a seven-year period from 2006 to 2013.
In a statement to BBC, the Thames Valley Police verified that it would look into the new information provided but added that it would be “inappropriate to comment on an ongoing investigation.
- 10/2/2023
- by Larisha Paul
- Rollingstone.com
Russell Brand is facing another police investigation.
On Monday, BBC News reported that Thames Valley Police have opened an investigation into the comedian, amid multiple allegations of sexual misconduct, rape and assault.
Read More: U.K. Police Open Sexual Offenses Investigation After Allegations About Russell Brand
The police department said that its investigation was opened after a woman contacted them two weeks ago, sharing “new information” related to reports of “harassment and stalking.”
According to BBC News, the woman had reported allegations to the Thames Valley Police multiple times from 2018 to 2022, though no further action had been taken.
Brand accused the same woman of harassment against him in 2017.
While the police department confirmed the new investigation, they did not share further information, saying that “it would be inappropriate to comment on an ongoing investigation.”
It is the second official police investigation into Brand, after the Metropolitan Police in London confirmed...
On Monday, BBC News reported that Thames Valley Police have opened an investigation into the comedian, amid multiple allegations of sexual misconduct, rape and assault.
Read More: U.K. Police Open Sexual Offenses Investigation After Allegations About Russell Brand
The police department said that its investigation was opened after a woman contacted them two weeks ago, sharing “new information” related to reports of “harassment and stalking.”
According to BBC News, the woman had reported allegations to the Thames Valley Police multiple times from 2018 to 2022, though no further action had been taken.
Brand accused the same woman of harassment against him in 2017.
While the police department confirmed the new investigation, they did not share further information, saying that “it would be inappropriate to comment on an ongoing investigation.”
It is the second official police investigation into Brand, after the Metropolitan Police in London confirmed...
- 10/2/2023
- by Corey Atad
- ET Canada
Actor-comedian Russell Brand is now facing a second investigation by the UK police following his previous allegations of rape, sexual assault and emotional abuse. Thames Valley Police said a woman contacted the force two weeks ago with “new information” in relation to reports of “harassment and stalking”, though Brand had accused the woman back in 2017 of ‘harassment’.
The information which was broken by the BBC at the time stated that the woman in question had reported her allegations to Thames Valley Police numerous times between 2018 and 2022 but no further action was taken. Thames Valley said it would be “inappropriate to comment on an ongoing investigation” further, according to ‘The Hollywood Reporter’.
The news comes following the London’s Metropolitan Police previously confirming that it was launching a probe into “non-recent” incidents, saying that it had received a “number of allegations of sexual offences.”
Brand has previously vehemently denied “very serious criminal allegations,...
The information which was broken by the BBC at the time stated that the woman in question had reported her allegations to Thames Valley Police numerous times between 2018 and 2022 but no further action was taken. Thames Valley said it would be “inappropriate to comment on an ongoing investigation” further, according to ‘The Hollywood Reporter’.
The news comes following the London’s Metropolitan Police previously confirming that it was launching a probe into “non-recent” incidents, saying that it had received a “number of allegations of sexual offences.”
Brand has previously vehemently denied “very serious criminal allegations,...
- 10/2/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actor-comedian Russell Brand is now facing a second investigation by the UK police following his previous allegations of rape, sexual assault and emotional abuse. Thames Valley Police said a woman contacted the force two weeks ago with “new information” in relation to reports of “harassment and stalking”, though Brand had accused the woman back in 2017 of ‘harassment’.
The information which was broken by the BBC at the time stated that the woman in question had reported her allegations to Thames Valley Police numerous times between 2018 and 2022 but no further action was taken. Thames Valley said it would be “inappropriate to comment on an ongoing investigation” further, according to ‘The Hollywood Reporter’.
The news comes following the London’s Metropolitan Police previously confirming that it was launching a probe into “non-recent” incidents, saying that it had received a “number of allegations of sexual offences.”
Brand has previously vehemently denied “very serious criminal allegations,...
The information which was broken by the BBC at the time stated that the woman in question had reported her allegations to Thames Valley Police numerous times between 2018 and 2022 but no further action was taken. Thames Valley said it would be “inappropriate to comment on an ongoing investigation” further, according to ‘The Hollywood Reporter’.
The news comes following the London’s Metropolitan Police previously confirming that it was launching a probe into “non-recent” incidents, saying that it had received a “number of allegations of sexual offences.”
Brand has previously vehemently denied “very serious criminal allegations,...
- 10/2/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Russell Brand faces an investigation from a second British law enforcement body as the Thames Valley Police say a woman has contacted them with new information about stalking and harassment allegations she first brought in 2018, according to a Monday report from the BBC.
Last month, four women alleged that the actor and comedian sexually assaulted them between 2006 and 2013, according to an investigation by Britain’s Channel 4, The Times and The Sunday Times. Those allegations are being investigated by London Metro Police.
The fifth woman reported her allegations to Thames Valley Police between 2018 and 2022, alleging “sexual offenses” in 2017, but no action was taken at the time, the BBC reported. The department confirmed it was investigating Brand, but declined to provide additional details.
Brand has denied any wrongdoing and says the encounters with each of his accusers were consensual. Messages sent seeking comment were not immediately returned Monday.
The latest accusations...
Last month, four women alleged that the actor and comedian sexually assaulted them between 2006 and 2013, according to an investigation by Britain’s Channel 4, The Times and The Sunday Times. Those allegations are being investigated by London Metro Police.
The fifth woman reported her allegations to Thames Valley Police between 2018 and 2022, alleging “sexual offenses” in 2017, but no action was taken at the time, the BBC reported. The department confirmed it was investigating Brand, but declined to provide additional details.
Brand has denied any wrongdoing and says the encounters with each of his accusers were consensual. Messages sent seeking comment were not immediately returned Monday.
The latest accusations...
- 10/2/2023
- by Josh Dickey
- The Wrap
Russell Brand is now being investigated by two police forces in the U.K. following the allegations of rape, sexual assault and emotional abuse against the actor and comedian that were revealed in a joint investigation by Channel 4, The Sunday Times and The Times.
On Monday, Thames Valley Police said a woman contacted the force two weeks ago with “new information” in relation to reports of “harassment and stalking,” according to the BBC, which added that the woman had reported her allegations to the same police force numerous times between 2018 and 2022 but no further action was taken.
The news comes following London’s Metropolitan Police previously confirming that it was launching a probe into “non-recent” incidents, saying that it had received a “number of allegations of sexual offences.”
Brand has previously vehemently denied “very serious criminal allegations,” using a video post to describe the accusations as “extremely egregious and...
On Monday, Thames Valley Police said a woman contacted the force two weeks ago with “new information” in relation to reports of “harassment and stalking,” according to the BBC, which added that the woman had reported her allegations to the same police force numerous times between 2018 and 2022 but no further action was taken.
The news comes following London’s Metropolitan Police previously confirming that it was launching a probe into “non-recent” incidents, saying that it had received a “number of allegations of sexual offences.”
Brand has previously vehemently denied “very serious criminal allegations,” using a video post to describe the accusations as “extremely egregious and...
- 10/2/2023
- by Alex Ritman
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
After London’s Metropolitan Police launched an investigation into Russell Brand last week, the Thames Valley Police is also looking into the matter, it has emerged.
A woman contacted the Thames Valley Police two weeks ago with “new information” in relation to reports of “harassment and stalking,” according to the BBC. The Metropolitan Police had said previously that it had received a “number of allegations of sexual offences.”
Brand, a comedian and actor who has appeared in films including “Rock of Ages” alongside Tom Cruise, was the subject of a lengthy joint investigation by The Times of London, The Sunday Times and Channel 4 documentary strand “Dispatches” which alleged that Brand raped or sexually assaulted four women at the height of his fame. Brand has strongly denied the allegations.
Per the BBC, the woman reported her allegations to Thames Valley Police several times between 2018 and 2022 but no further action was taken.
A woman contacted the Thames Valley Police two weeks ago with “new information” in relation to reports of “harassment and stalking,” according to the BBC. The Metropolitan Police had said previously that it had received a “number of allegations of sexual offences.”
Brand, a comedian and actor who has appeared in films including “Rock of Ages” alongside Tom Cruise, was the subject of a lengthy joint investigation by The Times of London, The Sunday Times and Channel 4 documentary strand “Dispatches” which alleged that Brand raped or sexually assaulted four women at the height of his fame. Brand has strongly denied the allegations.
Per the BBC, the woman reported her allegations to Thames Valley Police several times between 2018 and 2022 but no further action was taken.
- 10/2/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Russell Brand is being investigated by a second UK police force in the wake of allegations last month.
Thames Valley Police said a woman contacted the force two weeks ago with “new information” in relation to reports of “harassment and stalking,” while the BBC said Brand accused the woman of harassment against him in 2017.
The BBC said it understands the woman reported her allegations to Thames Valley Police numerous times between 2018 and 2022 but no further action was taken. Thames Valley said it would be “inappropriate to comment on an ongoing investigation” further.
The investigation is the second into Brand following a Met Police probe opened in the wake of rape and sexual assault allegations published by The Times, Sunday Times and Channel 4 three weeks ago. The BBC, Channel 4 and Big Brother producer Banijay have all opened internal investigations, while Brand has been dropped by his agent and book publisher.
Thames Valley Police said a woman contacted the force two weeks ago with “new information” in relation to reports of “harassment and stalking,” while the BBC said Brand accused the woman of harassment against him in 2017.
The BBC said it understands the woman reported her allegations to Thames Valley Police numerous times between 2018 and 2022 but no further action was taken. Thames Valley said it would be “inappropriate to comment on an ongoing investigation” further.
The investigation is the second into Brand following a Met Police probe opened in the wake of rape and sexual assault allegations published by The Times, Sunday Times and Channel 4 three weeks ago. The BBC, Channel 4 and Big Brother producer Banijay have all opened internal investigations, while Brand has been dropped by his agent and book publisher.
- 10/2/2023
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
The aftershocks from the allegations against Russell Brand are continuing to spread. His comedy special from 2009, Russell Brand In New York, now has been removed from Paramount+.
The special was last seen on the streaming service on Tuesday morning.
The U.K.’s Channel 4 and BBC have also removed content that included Brand, along with his YouTube videos losing monetization and his comedy tour being paused as investigations into his actions are being conducted.
This began after an investigation by Channel 4, the London Times and the Sunday Times, in which multiple women accused Brand of sexual assault and abuse between the years of 2006 and 2013.
>Celebrity Mugshots – Famous People At Their Lowest
Netflix has not commented on their plans regarding the Russell Brand Re: Birth special, which initially aired in 2018. In the past, Netflix has not removed content based on celebrity scandals, and this will probably be the case with...
The special was last seen on the streaming service on Tuesday morning.
The U.K.’s Channel 4 and BBC have also removed content that included Brand, along with his YouTube videos losing monetization and his comedy tour being paused as investigations into his actions are being conducted.
This began after an investigation by Channel 4, the London Times and the Sunday Times, in which multiple women accused Brand of sexual assault and abuse between the years of 2006 and 2013.
>Celebrity Mugshots – Famous People At Their Lowest
Netflix has not commented on their plans regarding the Russell Brand Re: Birth special, which initially aired in 2018. In the past, Netflix has not removed content based on celebrity scandals, and this will probably be the case with...
- 9/30/2023
- by Afriasia Bermúdez-Crespín
- Uinterview
It’s Friday, aka Insider Day. Jesse Whittock back again to run you through the international film and TV stories dominating the headlines this week.
BBC’s Social Media Guide
Steadying the flagship: Easily one of the BBC’s biggest ongoing headaches is around how the broadcaster’s most popular stars and presenters engage on social media platforms. The issue blasted back into life earlier this year when Match of the Day presenter and Twitter/X fanatic Gary Lineker tweeted to liken the language used by the British government around its asylum seeker policy to that of Germany in the 1930s and was temporarily suspended by the BBC. After an outcry over the suspension, which included many of Lineker’s colleagues stopping work in solidarity, he was reinstated and the BBC plunged into an existential crisis over how it remains impartial while allowing freedom of expression to its biggest stars.
BBC’s Social Media Guide
Steadying the flagship: Easily one of the BBC’s biggest ongoing headaches is around how the broadcaster’s most popular stars and presenters engage on social media platforms. The issue blasted back into life earlier this year when Match of the Day presenter and Twitter/X fanatic Gary Lineker tweeted to liken the language used by the British government around its asylum seeker policy to that of Germany in the 1930s and was temporarily suspended by the BBC. After an outcry over the suspension, which included many of Lineker’s colleagues stopping work in solidarity, he was reinstated and the BBC plunged into an existential crisis over how it remains impartial while allowing freedom of expression to its biggest stars.
- 9/29/2023
- by Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
Ciisa, the independent body set up to police bullying and harassment complaints in UK TV and film, will officially go live next year.
The announcement is a long-anticipated one, especially in light of recent scandals such as the allegations against Russell Brand.
The Creative Industries Independent Standards Authority (Ciisa), which is backed financially by all UK broadcasters, will offically start taking complaints next year, with more details to come on its inner workings.
The news was celebrated by those who have already championed Ciisa, such as big stars including Ruth Wilson, Keira Knightley, Naomie Harris and Stephen Graham, along with Culture Secretary Lucy Frazer, who most recently backed the body at the Rts Cambridge Convention last week.
“Everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy a creative career, while feeling safe and working in a professional environment,” said Frazer. “It’s important that industry comes together to tackle bullying, harassment and discrimination,...
The announcement is a long-anticipated one, especially in light of recent scandals such as the allegations against Russell Brand.
The Creative Industries Independent Standards Authority (Ciisa), which is backed financially by all UK broadcasters, will offically start taking complaints next year, with more details to come on its inner workings.
The news was celebrated by those who have already championed Ciisa, such as big stars including Ruth Wilson, Keira Knightley, Naomie Harris and Stephen Graham, along with Culture Secretary Lucy Frazer, who most recently backed the body at the Rts Cambridge Convention last week.
“Everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy a creative career, while feeling safe and working in a professional environment,” said Frazer. “It’s important that industry comes together to tackle bullying, harassment and discrimination,...
- 9/29/2023
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
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