Childhood and Education Journey of Russell Brand in Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Russell Brand. From birth to education, explore key events.

Russell Brand is a British comedian, actor, podcaster, and media personality known for his stand-up comedy, film roles, and broadcasting career. He gained recognition as a comedian and MTV presenter before hosting "Big Brother's Big Mouth." Brand transitioned into film, starring in comedies like "Forgetting Sarah Marshall" and "Get Him to the Greek." He's released stand-up specials such as "Messiah Complex" and hosts podcasts like "Stay Free" and "Under the Skin." Brand has received British Comedy Awards and a BAFTA nomination, solidifying his presence in entertainment and media.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

2007: Interest in the Hare Krishna Movement

In 2007, Russell Brand showed interest in the Hare Krishna movement and wrote in a Guardian column, "I say Hare Krishna as often as possible, sometimes even when I'm not being filmed".

2007: Brand and Gallacher First Dated

Russell Brand and Laura Gallacher first dated in 2007, when Gallacher was 19 and Brand was 30.

2009: Fundraisers for Focus 12

In 2009, Russell Brand organised three fundraisers for Focus 12 in London, Dublin and Belfast, and has also acted as a "sponsor" for numerous people during the rehabilitation stage of their treatment process.

2009: Brand and Perry Meet and Begin Dating

Russell Brand first met Katy Perry in mid-2009 when she filmed a cameo for his film Get Him to the Greek, although the cameo was cut from the film. They began dating after meeting again at the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards in September and got engaged on New Year's Eve 2009.

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October 2010: Brand and Perry Married in India

On 23 October 2010, Russell Brand and Katy Perry married in a Hindu ceremony near the Ranthambhore tiger sanctuary in Rajasthan, India.

December 2011: Brand Files for Divorce from Perry

On 30 December 2011, Russell Brand filed for divorce from Katy Perry, citing irreconcilable differences.

2011: Brand Served as Best Man at Noel Gallagher's Wedding

In 2011, Russell Brand served as best man at Noel Gallagher's wedding to Sara MacDonald.

July 2012: Brand and Perry's Divorce Finalized and "Katy Perry: Part of Me" Released

In July 2012, Russell Brand and Katy Perry's divorce was finalized. Perry's autobiographical documentary, Katy Perry: Part of Me, showed the couple having conflicting career schedules and Perry not feeling ready to have children.

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2012: Brief Relationship with Geri Halliwell

In 2012, Russell Brand briefly dated singer Geri Halliwell.

November 2013: The Sun Prints Story Alleging Unfaithfulness

In November 2013, The Sun printed a story alleging that Russell Brand had been unfaithful to Jemima Khan, leading to libel damages being awarded to Brand in May 2014.

May 2014: Brand Receives Libel Damages from The Sun

In May 2014, Russell Brand received libel damages from The Sun after the paper had printed a story in November 2013 alleging that he had been unfaithful to Jemima Khan. Brand said he would be donating the unspecified damages to the Hillsborough Justice Campaign.

June 2014: People's Assembly Against Austerity

In June 2014, Russell Brand participated in the People's Assembly Against Austerity in London, addressing a crowd of approximately 50,000 people. He criticized the political establishment and called for a reclaiming of power by the people.

September 2014: Brand and Khan End Relationship

In September 2014, Russell Brand and Jemima Khan ended their relationship.

December 2014: New Era Housing Estate Protest

On 2 December 2014, Russell Brand joined East London residents in a protest against rent increases at the New Era housing estate. During the protest, a Channel 4 News reporter questioned Brand about his own property value, leading to Brand calling the reporter "snide," and the clip went viral.

March 2015: Trew Era Cafe Announcement

In March 2015, Russell Brand announced he would use money from his 'Revolution' book to open the Trew Era Cafe in Hackney, London, which would employ recovering drug addicts; the cafe opened on March 26, 2015.

April 2015: Interviews with Political Leaders

On 29 April 2015, eight days before the 2015 UK general election, Russell Brand published an interview with Labour leader Ed Miliband on The Trews. The following day Brand released an interview with Green Party leaders and advised people to vote Green.

2015: Endorsement of Labour and Corbyn

In 2015, Russell Brand shifted his stance on voting, endorsing the Labour Party and later Jeremy Corbyn in the Labour Party leadership election. He admitted uncertainty about the reality of a Labour government but stressed the importance of decisive action.

2015: Relationship with Laura Gallacher

Since 2015, Russell Brand has been in a relationship with Laura Gallacher. They had first dated in 2007.

November 2016: Birth of First Daughter

In November 2016, Russell Brand and Laura Gallacher's first daughter was born.

2016: Training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Since 2016, Russell Brand has been training in the martial art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and has earned a purple belt in the discipline. He credits the art with improving his life in several ways.

August 2017: Brand Marries Laura Gallacher

On 26 August 2017, Russell Brand married Laura Gallacher in Henley-on-Thames.

2017: Living Near Henley-on-Thames

At the time of his 2017 wedding, Russell Brand lived near Henley-on-Thames and owned The Crown Inn pub in Pishill.

2017: Belief in a Higher Power

Speaking to The Guardian in 2017, Russell Brand stated he believed in a Higher Power as described by Alcoholics Anonymous (AA).

July 2018: Birth of Second Daughter

In July 2018, Russell Brand and Laura Gallacher had a second daughter.

2018: Closure of Focus 12 Drug Treatment Programme

In 2018, the Focus 12 drug treatment programme and rehabilitation charity, of which Russell Brand was a patron after his own use of the service, closed.

September 2021: COVID-19 Safety Measures Bypass

In September 2021, Russell Brand told people attending his tour how they could bypass COVID-19 safety measures.

2022: WHO Meetings on Pandemic Treaty

In 2022, Russell Brand reacted to the World Health Organization's meetings on the pandemic treaty, saying "Your democracy is fucking finished" and that the world had "lapsed into a terrible technocratic, globalist agenda".

2023: Birth of Son

In 2023, Russell Brand's son with Laura Gallacher was born. It was confirmed in January 2024.

January 2024: Brand Confirmed Birth of Son

In January 2024, Russell Brand confirmed that his son with Laura Gallacher was born in 2023.

April 28, 2024: Brand Baptized as a Christian by Bear Grylls

On April 28, 2024, Russell Brand became a Christian and was water baptised by Bear Grylls.

May 2024: Comedy Set for Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

On 15 May 2024, Russell Brand performed a comedy set at a campaign event for presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr.. Brand was paid around $70,000 for his performance.