Full Name: Russell Edward Brand
Date of Birth: June 4, 1975
Place of Birth: Grays, Essex, England
Occupation: Comedian, Actor, Author, Radio Host, Activist
Years Active: 1994–present
Height
Height : 6 feet 1 inch (185 cm)
Family
Parents:
Father:
Ronald Henry Brand (Photographer)
Mother:
Barbara Elizabeth (née Nichols) Brand
Spouse:
Laura Gallacher (m. 2017)
Children:
Russell Brand and Laura Gallacher have two daughters, Mabel and Peggy.
Early Career
Russell Brand Comedy Start in 2000s.He gained fame in the UK with his work as a presenter for MTV and later for his role on the British TV show "Big Brother's Big Mouth."
Career Highlights
Stand-Up Comedy: Known for his distinctive, verbose style and for performing on various stages and comedy festivals around the world.
Acting:
"Get Him to the Greek" (2010): Reprised his role as Aldous Snow.
"Arthur" (2011): Played the lead role in this remake of the 1981 classic.
Writing:
authored several books, including his memoirs "My Booky Wook" (2007) and "Booky
Wook 2: This Time It's Personal" (2010).
"Revolution" (2014): A book on political and social change.
Radio and Television: Hosted radio shows and appeared on various television programs, known for his outspoken and controversial style.
Net Worth
estimated net worth: $20 million (as of 2023)
Education
Russell Brand attended the Italia Conti Academy of Theater Arts in London, but he was expelled for drug use and poor attendance. He later attended the Drama Center London.
Personal Life and Activism
Russell Brand has been open about his struggles with addiction and has been sober since 2002. He is also known for his activism and has spoken out on various social, political, and economic issues. He has a popular YouTube channel where he discusses current events and shares his views.
Awards and Honours
Russell Brand has received several awards and nominations throughout his career, including:
British Comedy Awards: Best Live Stand-Up (2006)
Sony Radio Academy Awards: Rising Star (2006)
Time Out Award: Best Stand-Up (2008)
Russell Brand's unique comedic style, combined with his candidness about personal struggles and
his passion for activism, has made him a distinctive figure in the
entertainment industry.
