Russell Brand

Date of Birth:

Jun 04, 1975

Place of Birth:

Grays, Essex, England, UK

British comedian, actor, columnist, author and TV & radio personality. Brand achieved mainstream fame in the UK for presenting a Big Brother spin-off, Big Brother's Big Mouth, and for his radio show, among other television series and award ceremonies. He is noted for various controversies that have surrounded him in the British media, such as the 2008 prank calls that led to his resignation from the BBC.