Russell Brand

Russell Brand suing The Sun on Sunday

Russell Brand is suing The Sun on Sunday for printing allegations that he cheated on girlfriend Jemima Khan.

David Blunkett attacks cynicism of Russell Brand

The attitude of commentators who discourage young people from voting is a "disgrace", Labour MP and former Home Secretary David Blunkett has said. ... He singled comedian Russell Brand and writer Will Self out for criticism.

Radio Times review

Russell Brand almost torpedoed Jonathan Ross's career after the Sachs Incident, and caused convulsions within the BBC that still smart to this day. But the scandal didn't lead to a falling out between the terrible twosome - Brand appeared on Ross's show a year ago and he's back again.

As Brand is never more than a stone's throw from an outraged newspaper headline, he's bound to fulfil expectations as the country's chief Contrarian Comedian, particularly after all of that nonsense about not voting during his Newsnight interview with Jeremy Paxman. Also on the show are actress Goldie Hawn, Dermot O'Leary, presenter of the National TV Awards (22 January), and troubadour James Blunt, who provides the music.

Russell Brand: 'Jemima Khan relationship is different'

Russell Brand has spoken openly about his relationship with Jemima Khan. Speaking on The Jonathan Ross Show, the comedian - who was first linked to Khan in September - said that the relationship is like no other he has ever had.

No More Page 3: Russell Brand not what feminism needs

There's plenty to applaud in Brand's political journey - but let's not get too giddy about his support for No More Page 3.

Russell Brand announces £500k Comic Relief fund

Russell Brand announces £500,000 funding to help people stay drug and alcohol free.

Russell Brand: 'Shut up you Harry Potter poofs'

Russell Brand called Cambridge University students 'Harry Potter poofs' during a Union address on Monday night. He used the derogatory term when telling students from one college to be quiet, after they cheered for Brand when he chose their crest as his favourite.

Alfie Brown, Soho Theatre - comedy review

His brutal honesty and lack of an edit button make him a little Russell Brand-lite, while his slightly plummy tones evoke Jack Whitehall, but Alfie Brown is developing into a distinctive dissenting voice. What's it all about? Ask Alfie.

The best comedy of the year

Bo Burnham, Louis CK, Russell Brand, Paul F Tompkins and the Monty Python Press Conference.

Comedy: the best and worst of 2013

This year's five best (and worst) in the world of comedy, according to Dominic Cavendish. Best includes Russell Brand, worst includes I'm Sorry I Haven't a Clue.