BCG Daily Monday 18th September 2023

The stars of Peep Show look back, 20 years later

It launched the careers of Jesse Armstrong and Sam Bain, Mitchell and Webb, plus Olivia Colman - but it nearly got cancelled. Two decades since its first episode, its stars reflect on the show that made them

Russell Brand: In Plain Sight review - Dispatches film serves as grim indictment of celebrity power

Documentary suggests how Brand's comedy threw up alarming red flags, over and over again, and adds new, sinister dimensions to already harrowing claims.

Russell Brand 'sent BBC chauffeur to pick up teenage girlfriend from school'

Broadcaster launches urgent investigation after Times uncovers allegations of rape and sexual assault.

Peter Kay, O2 Arena review - comeback show is worth the wait

Nostalgia-fest delivers an emotional punch.

Russell Brand episodes removed from Channel 4 website following sexual assault allegations

Channel 4 is launching internal enquiry into Brand's alleged behaviour as comedian accused of rape and sexual assault.

Russell Brand went to rehab after 'do-gooders' convinced him his sexual behaviour could 'damage his career'

Four women have accused the Essex-born comedian of rape, sexual assault, and emotional abuse, allegations that have been vehemently denied by Brand.

Russell Brand's dad Ron speaks out to defend son in furious rant

Russell Brand's father Ron Brand has spoken out to defend his son after Russell was accused of raping and sexually abusing a number of women.

Russell Brand's next book put on hold

Publisher shelves plans for his guide to recovery.

MPs call for police inquiry into Russell Brand allegations

Politicians urge women to speak to officers about claims of rape, sexual assault and emotional abuse by Brand.

Esther Manito: 'I still stand backstage thinking I should have worked in John Lewis'

The stand-up on her comedy heroes, preshow jitters and the parenting double standards for male and female comedians.

John Robins: "To my male comedy colleagues: There are men in our industry raping women and it has to stop"

In the light of recent allegations against Russell Brand, Metro are re-sharing this article from 2020 by John Robins.

London Hughes claims she was warned about Russell Brand

Comedian London Hughes has claimed she was warned about Russell Brand by her agent.

The former CBBC presenter, 34, said every comedian "knew the star was dodgy".

Russell Brand allegations - a statement from the WGGB

"The Dispatches broadcast and media around it were deeply distressing, and included allegations of a workplace culture at UK broadcasters and production companies where women who tried to raise concerns about their treatment, and the unacceptable behaviour of others, were ignored."

Katy Perry hinted she 'found out the real truth' about ex Russell Brand ten years ago

Perry began dating Brand in 2009, before they married in a lavish ceremony at a tiger sanctuary in India on 23 October, 2010. Just 14 months later, Brand reportedly told the singer he wanted a divorce via text message before she was due to perform.

Defence of Russell Brand shows real change is too high a hope

When it comes to somebody like Russell Brand, the onus is placed on the women he encountered to have known better, rather than for him to have been a better man.

Russell Brand: Is this comedy's MeToo moment?

Brand's name is chillingly just one of many on a 'blacklist' shared by women working in comedy warning each other about possible sexual predators. MailOnline can disclose at least five more comedians have been named in the conversations.

Russell Brand exited Roast Battle after facing sexual predator claims on-camera

Russell Brand's last major television job in the UK ended with him being dropped after he was repeatedly accused of being a "sexual predator" during the recording of the show.

Russell Brand behaviour was an open secret, says one accuser

One of the women who has accused entertainer Russell Brand of sexual assault when she was 16 has said his behaviour was an "open secret".

Kristen Bell warned her co-star Russell Brand not to 'try anything' with her on the set of Forgetting Sarah Marshall back in 2008

Kristen Bell warned her co-star Russell Brand not to 'mess with me' on the set of Forgetting Sarah Marshall.

Jonathan Ross, Noel Fielding and Russell Brand make vile joke about rape in unearthed clip

A clip of Russell Brand, Noel Fielding, Jonathan Ross and comedian Jimmy Carr making poor taste rape jokes on The Big Fat Quiz Of The Year has resurfaced online.

Russell Brand: Accuser says denial of allegations is 'insulting'

Downing Street describes allegations as 'very serious and concerning' after investigation by The Sunday Times, The Times and Channel 4 Dispatches.

Obituary: Maddy Anholt

Friends and colleagues of Maddy Anholt have paid tribute after the actress, comedian and author died aged 35.

Simon Evans: Take it from a comedian - Russell Brand has never been funny

He's a creation of tabloid and television. This matters, because we need to know which industries allegedly let this flourish unchecked.

Russell Brand: GB News presenter Beverley Turner defends tweet calling him a 'hero'

Presenters clashed on air about Beverley Turner's support for the disgraced comedian.

Interview: Nathan Parkinson on Police Cops: The Musical

With Police Cops: The Musical now playing at Southwark Playhouse Borough off the back of a successful Edinburgh Fringe run, we spoke to one of the show's creators and stars, Nathan Parkinson, about the musical's journey to London.

Russell Brand: Met Police receive report of alleged sexual assault in 2003

The Metropolitan Police has received a report of an alleged sexual assault in 2003 in connection with The Times, The Sunday Times and Channel 4 Dispatches' allegations about Russell Brand.

Russell Brand gigs postponed

Russell Brand's scheduled gig on Tuesday 19th September at Theatre Royal Windsor has been postponed, says the venue.

Juice review

The comic was surely always destined to be a star even without a vehicle such as this - but as a cheerful expression of his unique comic sensibilities, Juice has plenty of zest.

Sean Lock said he 'hates' Russell Brand and 'fears' his daughters 'will take someone like him home' in resurfaced clip

The clip in question is taken from the Channel 4 comedy panel show 8 Out Of 10 Cats, and originally aired in November 2014. In the footage, Lock says that he "hates" Brand because of his role as a father, and "fears" his daughters would "bring someone like that home".

The fall of Russell Brand is no victory for women

Our attitudes towards sex have changed profoundly over the past two decades - and not always for the better.

A+E Networks orders Al Murray empire doc from Avalon

A+E Networks EMEA has commissioned Avalon and Motion Content Group to produce a 4×60' history series, Al Murray: Why Does Everyone Hate The British Empire? authored and presented by Al Murray.

Russell Brand dropped from Jeremy Corbyn poetry book 'in light of concerning allegations'

The comedian turned YouTube personality was due to feature in a forthcoming anthology, Poetry For The Many, a project Corbyn is spearheading with Len McCluskey.

Donald Trump Jr backs Russell Brand after comedian is accused of sexual assault

Mr Trump Jr shared a picture of his father Donald Trump in an Instagram post backing Brand.

Juice review

Comedian Mawaan Rizwan is wacky, witty and weird in this surreally entertaining series, which also stars Russell Tovey. Fans of The Mighty Boosh will want to check it out.

Juice review

The jokes don't always land and the story sometimes falters, but Rizwan's series is a rare thing: a genuinely original TV series.

Police Cops: The Musical - Southwark Playhouse review

If you have an ear to the dirty, sticky ground of the UK comedy theatre scene, you may well be aware of Police Cops already.

Meet our 2023 Funny Women Industry Award nominees supported by The Comedy Crowd

The finalists are Sarah Bowles, Sarah-Louise Young and Vix Leyton.

Russell Brand stalked me down street demanding sex

A former model told yesterday how Russell Brand tailed her through the streets demanding sex for what "felt like a lifetime", adding: "He's like the Terminator. You can't get rid of him."

The woman said she was terrified as the former TV host walked five paces behind her after following her out of a trendy wine bar before blurting out: "Let's just f*** right here."

Ricky Gervais at the London Palladium review: lashings of cheap laughs

The comedian's latest show is pithy, pacey and performed with casual aplomb.