<p>BBC has confirmed that five complaints were filed concerning Russell Brand's conduct while he was hosting their radio shows between 2006 and 2008. Two complaints, received in the last two months, are under review as part of an ongoing assessment initiated in response to allegations against the comedian.</p>

<p>These two recent complaints are reported to be related to Brand's workplace conduct and do not involve serious sexual misconduct.&nbsp;The other three were made before he was publicly accused in September of rape and sexual assault, which he vehemently denies.</p>

<p>One complaint from 2019 is connected to a previously reported incident of misconduct on BBC premises in Los Angeles in 2008. The remaining two complaints were made during Brand's tenure as a presenter for BBC Radio 2 and 6 Music.</p>

<p>Peter Johnston, the BBC's director of editorial complaints and reviews, is overseeing the investigation into Brand's behaviour at the time, assessing whether management was aware of any allegations and the corresponding actions taken.</p>

<p>Earlier this year, the Sunday Times, Times, and Channel 4's Dispatches conducted an investigation accusing Brand of rape and sexual assaults between 2006 and 2013. The comedian vehemently denied the allegations, asserting that all his relationships were consensual.</p>

<p>The ongoing review has encountered challenges due to the absence of centralised records regarding staff complaints from that period. Johnston mentioned, "Due to the passage of time, the BBC's records of car bookings are no longer available," in response to a claim about Brand having teenage girls driven to his home via BBC cars.</p>

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<p>Johnston's interim update indicated that, to date, no disciplinary action had been taken against Brand during his engagement with the BBC from 2006 to 2008.</p>

<p>In addition to the complaints, Johnston acknowledged wider audience concerns regarding the "general tone, topics, and language" of Brand's shows. While outside the review's scope, Johnston noted that he would consider whether these concerns should have raised alarms within the BBC.</p>

<p>The Metropolitan Police and Thames Valley Police are currently investigating Brand in connection with the allegations. Channel 4 and Banijay UK, where Brand has also worked, are conducting internal investigations independently.</p>


BBC has confirmed that five complaints were filed concerning Russell Brand's conduct while he was hosting their radio shows between 2006 and 2008. Two complaints, received in the last two months, are under review as part of an ongoing assessment initiated in response to allegations against the comedian.

BBC has confirmed that five complaints were filed concerning Russell Brand's conduct while he was hosting their radio shows between 2006 and 2008. Two complaints, received in the last two months, are under review as part of an ongoing assessment initiated in response to allegations against the comedian. These two recent complaints are reported to be related to Brand's workplace conduct and do not involve serious sexual misconduct. The other three were made before he was publicly accused in September of rape and sexual assault, which he vehemently denies. One complaint from 2019 is connected to a previously reported incident of misconduct on BBC premises in Los Angeles in 2008. The remaining two complaints were made during Brand's tenure as a presenter for BBC Radio 2 and 6 Music. Peter Johnston, the BBC's director of editorial complaints and reviews, is overseeing the investigation into Brand's behaviour at the time, assessing whether management was aware of any allegations and the corresponding actions taken. Earlier this year, the Sunday Times, Times, and Channel 4's Dispatches conducted an investigation accusing Brand of rape and sexual assaults between 2006 and 2013. The comedian vehemently denied the allegations, asserting that all his relationships were consensual. The ongoing review has encountered challenges due to the absence of centralised records regarding staff complaints from that period. Johnston mentioned, "Due to the passage of time, the BBC's records of car bookings are no longer available," in response to a claim about Brand having teenage girls driven to his home via BBC cars. Also read: Pink to distribute 2,000 banned books at upcoming Florida tour stops Johnston's interim update indicated that, to date, no disciplinary action had been taken against Brand during his engagement with the BBC from 2006 to 2008. In addition to the complaints, Johnston acknowledged wider audience concerns regarding the "general tone, topics, and language" of Brand's shows. While outside the review's scope, Johnston noted that he would consider whether these concerns should have raised alarms within the BBC. The Metropolitan Police and Thames Valley Police are currently investigating Brand in connection with the allegations. Channel 4 and Banijay UK, where Brand has also worked, are conducting internal investigations independently.

Five complaints were made against Russell Brand, confirms BBC

<p>British comedian Russell Brand is embroiled in a legal battle after being accused of sexually assaulting an extra during the filming of the rom-com <em>Arthur</em>&nbsp;in July 2010. The civil lawsuit was filed in the US and marks the first time such allegations have appeared in a formal legal setting.</p>

<p><strong>What are the accusations?</strong></p>

<p>The anonymous woman, referred to as Jane Doe in the affidavit, alleges that during the production of <em>Arthur</em>, Brand exposed himself to her in full view of the cast and crew. Later, on the same day, the plaintiff claims Brand followed her into a bathroom, sexually assaulting her while a member of the production crew guarded the door from outside. She asserts that Brand appeared intoxicated and was carrying a bottle of vodka on set on the day of the assault.</p>

<p>Film studio Warner Bros Pictures and other companies involved in the production are also named as defendants in the lawsuit.</p>

<p>The woman claims to suffer from extreme embarrassment, shame, fear, and difficulty trusting others as a result of the alleged abuse. She has professional concerns about being associated with the case, as she still works as an actor and fears potential industry blacklisting. Seeking unspecified damages from Russell, the woman also expresses fears of harassment from the comedian's followers if her identity were to be revealed.</p>

<p>The lawsuit is filed under the Adult Survivor's Act, a New York state law that allows alleged victims of sexual offences for which the statute of limitations has passed to file civil suits. This window, created by the legislation, extends from November 24, 2022, to November 24, 2023.</p>

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<p><strong>Previous allegations against the comedian</strong></p>

<p>These accusations are not the first to surface against Russell. In a joint investigation by the Sunday Times, Times, and Channel 4's Dispatches, four women alleged that the actor sexually assaulted them in the UK and Los Angeles during a seven-year period spanning from 2006 to 2013. This timeframe coincides with Brand's high-profile positions at BBC Radio 2, Channel 4, and his acting career in Hollywood.</p>

<p>The Metropolitan Police and Thames Valley Police are conducting investigations in response to the allegations and reports of harassment and stalking.</p>

<p>In a video shared on social media prior to the media investigation into Brand, the comedian vehemently denied the "serious criminal allegations," emphasising that his relationships were "absolutely, always consensual."</p>

<p>Brand is yet to respond to the recent civil lawsuit filed against him in the United States. The case is now pending legal proceedings, and its outcome remains uncertain.</p>


British comedian Russell Brand is embroiled in a legal battle after being accused of sexually assaulting an extra during the filming of the rom-com Arthur in July 2010.

British comedian Russell Brand is embroiled in a legal battle after being accused of sexually assaulting an extra during the filming of the rom-com Arthur in July 2010. The civil lawsuit was filed in the US and marks the first time such allegations have appeared in a formal legal setting. What are the accusations? The anonymous woman, referred to as Jane Doe in the affidavit, alleges that during the production of Arthur, Brand exposed himself to her in full view of the cast and crew. Later, on the same day, the plaintiff claims Brand followed her into a bathroom, sexually assaulting her while a member of the production crew guarded the door from outside. She asserts that Brand appeared intoxicated and was carrying a bottle of vodka on set on the day of the assault. Film studio Warner Bros Pictures and other companies involved in the production are also named as defendants in the lawsuit. The woman claims to suffer from extreme embarrassment, shame, fear, and difficulty trusting others as a result of the alleged abuse. She has professional concerns about being associated with the case, as she still works as an actor and fears potential industry blacklisting. Seeking unspecified damages from Russell, the woman also expresses fears of harassment from the comedian's followers if her identity were to be revealed. The lawsuit is filed under the Adult Survivor's Act, a New York state law that allows alleged victims of sexual offences for which the statute of limitations has passed to file civil suits. This window, created by the legislation, extends from November 24, 2022, to November 24, 2023. Also read: SAG-AFTRA strike: New Hollywood studio proposal raises hopes, negotiations set to continue this weekend Previous allegations against the comedian These accusations are not the first to surface against Russell. In a joint investigation by the Sunday Times, Times, and Channel 4's Dispatches, four women alleged that the actor sexually assaulted them in the UK and Los Angeles during a seven-year period spanning from 2006 to 2013. This timeframe coincides with Brand's high-profile positions at BBC Radio 2, Channel 4, and his acting career in Hollywood. The Metropolitan Police and Thames Valley Police are conducting investigations in response to the allegations and reports of harassment and stalking. In a video shared on social media prior to the media investigation into Brand, the comedian vehemently denied the "serious criminal allegations," emphasising that his relationships were "absolutely, always consensual." Brand is yet to respond to the recent civil lawsuit filed against him in the United States. The case is now pending legal proceedings, and its outcome remains uncertain.

Russell Brand accused of sexually assaulting extra on 2010 film set

<p>British comedian and actor Russell Brand, who has faced a series of sexual misconduct allegations in recent days, broke his silence on Friday with a brief video posted across his social media channels. In the three-minute, 19-second clip, Brand did not directly address the accusations against him but acknowledged the challenging week he has experienced.</p>

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<p>"Hello there, you awakening wonders," began Brand as he looked directly into the camera. "Obviously, it's been an extraordinary and distressing week, and I thank you very much for your support and for questioning the information that you've been presented with."</p>

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<p>Brand went on to discuss his plans for an upcoming episode of his show, which will now be streamed on Rumble, a decision made after YouTube demonetised his channel following the allegations.</p>

<p>Among the topics he intends to address during the episode is the Trusted News Initiative (TNI), a global media partnership launched to combat fake news and disinformation. Brand claimed that TNI is attempting to "target, control, choke, and shut down" his independent media organisation.<br />
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He also mentioned tackling subjects like "deep state and corporate collusion," big pharma, media corruption, and censorship. Brand concluded the video by appealing for support from his followers, stating that he needs it "now more than ever and more than I ever imagined I would." He urged viewers to "please, if you can, stay free."</p>

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<p>Brand's statement came in the wake of a major report by UK's The Times, The Sunday Times, and Channel 4 Dispatches, in which several women accused him of sexual assault and rape spanning from 2006 to 2013. The allegations have had far-reaching consequences, including the launch of an internal investigation by the BBC, which has decided to remove content featuring the comedian due to falling below "public expectations."</p>

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<p>YouTube demonetised Brand's channel, which boasts 6.64 million subscribers, and his live UK comedy tour was canceled. The Metropolitan Police reported receiving another allegation related to a 2003 incident. Other content providers, including Paramount+, also moved to remove Brand's content. Additionally, BBC News published a report based on a new allegation from an unnamed victim who claims Brand exposed himself to her in a Los Angeles building in 2008.</p>

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<p>Preempting the media storm, Brand released a video denying all claims of non-consensual encounters. He stated, "These allegations pertain to the time when I was working in the mainstream, when I was in the newspapers all the time, when I was in the movies, and as I've written about extensively in my books, I was very, very promiscuous." Brand said that all his relationships during that period were consensual.</p>

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British comedian and actor Russell Brand, who has faced a series of sexual misconduct allegations in recent days, broke his silence on Friday with a brief video posted across his social media channels.

British comedian and actor Russell Brand, who has faced a series of sexual misconduct allegations in recent days, broke his silence on Friday with a brief video posted across his social media channels. In the three-minute, 19-second clip, Brand did not directly address the accusations against him but acknowledged the challenging week he has experienced. Also Read | More trouble for Russell Brand? Comedian accused of indecent exposure and laughing about it "Hello there, you awakening wonders," began Brand as he looked directly into the camera. "Obviously, it's been an extraordinary and distressing week, and I thank you very much for your support and for questioning the information that you've been presented with." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Russell Brand (@russellbrand) × Brand went on to discuss his plans for an upcoming episode of his show, which will now be streamed on Rumble, a decision made after YouTube demonetised his channel following the allegations. Among the topics he intends to address during the episode is the Trusted News Initiative (TNI), a global media partnership launched to combat fake news and disinformation. Brand claimed that TNI is attempting to "target, control, choke, and shut down" his independent media organisation. He also mentioned tackling subjects like "deep state and corporate collusion," big pharma, media corruption, and censorship. Brand concluded the video by appealing for support from his followers, stating that he needs it "now more than ever and more than I ever imagined I would." He urged viewers to "please, if you can, stay free." Brand's statement came in the wake of a major report by UK's The Times, The Sunday Times, and Channel 4 Dispatches, in which several women accused him of sexual assault and rape spanning from 2006 to 2013. The allegations have had far-reaching consequences, including the launch of an internal investigation by the BBC, which has decided to remove content featuring the comedian due to falling below "public expectations." Also Read | Russell Brand won’t be banned from YouTube amid sex abuse allegations YouTube demonetised Brand's channel, which boasts 6.64 million subscribers, and his live UK comedy tour was canceled. The Metropolitan Police reported receiving another allegation related to a 2003 incident. Other content providers, including Paramount+, also moved to remove Brand's content. Additionally, BBC News published a report based on a new allegation from an unnamed victim who claims Brand exposed himself to her in a Los Angeles building in 2008. Also Read | Explained | Russell Brand: From sex addiction to sex abuse allegations Preempting the media storm, Brand released a video denying all claims of non-consensual encounters. He stated, "These allegations pertain to the time when I was working in the mainstream, when I was in the newspapers all the time, when I was in the movies, and as I've written about extensively in my books, I was very, very promiscuous." Brand said that all his relationships during that period were consensual. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Russell Brand breaks silence amid sexual assault allegations: Been an extraordinary and distressing week

<p>Russell Brand&nbsp;is now facing further allegations of inappropriate behaviour. The British comedian and former BBC radio host&nbsp;has been accused of exposing himself to a woman and subsequently joking about the incident on his radio show. The alleged encounter dates back to 2008 when the woman worked in the same building as the BBC office in Los Angeles.</p>

<p>According to the woman, on June 16, 2008, Brand and his team came to the building to pre-record an episode of The Russell Brand Show for Radio 2. As she went to the bathroom to retrieve sinus medication, she claims she felt someone behind her and turned around to find Brand exposing himself. Shocked and trapped, she describes a disturbing exchange in which Brand made inappropriate comments and presented his genitals to her.</p>

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<p>Minutes later, on the same pre-recorded show, Brand and his co-presenter Matt Morgan could be heard laughing about the incident. Morgan mentioned, "It's been 25 minutes since he showed his willy to a lady," to which Brand responded with laughter.</p>

<p>The woman, who never made a formal complaint at the time, later discovered the recording of the show and was appalled by the jokes made on air. She expressed regret about not taking official action and wondered whether doing so could have prevented further misconduct by Brand, who has faced allegations of sexual assault and rape by four other women between 2006 and 2013. Brand has consistently denied these allegations, insisting that his relationships were consensual.</p>

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<p>Although BBC management was informed about the incident in 2019, no formal action was taken. The woman feels let down by the BBC, questioning how such content was allowed to be broadcast. She believes there may be more unsettling episodes in the show's history.</p>

<p>Matt Morgan, Brand's co-presenter, expressed regret over the impact of the show's content and claimed he was unaware of the nature of the encounter until now.</p>

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<p>In response to the recent allegations and concerns, the BBC has initiated a review of Russell Brand's tenure at the organisation. The BBC's director general, Tim Davie, has condemned certain broadcasts from that era as "inexcusable and totally unacceptable."</p>

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Russell Brand is now facing further allegations of inappropriate behaviour. The British comedian and former BBC radio host has been accused of exposing himself to a woman and subsequently joking about the incident on his radio show.

Russell Brand is now facing further allegations of inappropriate behaviour. The British comedian and former BBC radio host has been accused of exposing himself to a woman and subsequently joking about the incident on his radio show. The alleged encounter dates back to 2008 when the woman worked in the same building as the BBC office in Los Angeles. According to the woman, on June 16, 2008, Brand and his team came to the building to pre-record an episode of The Russell Brand Show for Radio 2. As she went to the bathroom to retrieve sinus medication, she claims she felt someone behind her and turned around to find Brand exposing himself. Shocked and trapped, she describes a disturbing exchange in which Brand made inappropriate comments and presented his genitals to her. Minutes later, on the same pre-recorded show, Brand and his co-presenter Matt Morgan could be heard laughing about the incident. Morgan mentioned, "It's been 25 minutes since he showed his willy to a lady," to which Brand responded with laughter. The woman, who never made a formal complaint at the time, later discovered the recording of the show and was appalled by the jokes made on air. She expressed regret about not taking official action and wondered whether doing so could have prevented further misconduct by Brand, who has faced allegations of sexual assault and rape by four other women between 2006 and 2013. Brand has consistently denied these allegations, insisting that his relationships were consensual. Also Read | Russell Brand won’t be banned from YouTube amid sex abuse allegations Although BBC management was informed about the incident in 2019, no formal action was taken. The woman feels let down by the BBC, questioning how such content was allowed to be broadcast. She believes there may be more unsettling episodes in the show's history. Matt Morgan, Brand's co-presenter, expressed regret over the impact of the show's content and claimed he was unaware of the nature of the encounter until now. Also Read | Explained | Russell Brand: From sex addiction to sex abuse allegations In response to the recent allegations and concerns, the BBC has initiated a review of Russell Brand's tenure at the organisation. The BBC's director general, Tim Davie, has condemned certain broadcasts from that era as "inexcusable and totally unacceptable." WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

More trouble for Russell Brand? Comedian accused of indecent exposure and laughing about it

<p>In response to sexual assault allegations against British comedian Russell Brand, Paramount+ has pulled the plug on his 2009 stand-up comedy special, <em>Russell Brand in New York City</em>.&nbsp;This move follows the BBC's similar decision to remove Brand's content from its streaming platforms, citing a failure to meet "public expectations."</p>

<p>Four women have accused Brand of rape, sexual assault, and emotional abuse spanning from 2006 to 2013, a period when Brand's fame was on the rise on both sides of the Atlantic. These allegations came to light through a joint investigation by The Times, The Sunday Times, and Channel 4's Dispatches. Brand vehemently denies all allegations.</p>

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<p>Russell Brand, known for his stand-up comedy and acting roles, had recently transitioned into a social media personality and wellness advocate. With over 6.6 million subscribers on YouTube, his channel became a platform for exploring a range of topics, including conspiracy theories, anti-vaccine content, veganism, and politics.</p>

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<p>The allegations against Brand have legal implications, as London's Metropolitan Police have received a report of an alleged sexual assault related to these claims. In addition to law enforcement, major players in the entertainment industry, including Channel 4, the BBC, and production giant Banijay, have initiated internal investigations into their association with Brand.</p>

<p>These actions have had a substantial impact on Russell Brand's career. Live stand-up shows in the UK have been postponed, and his publisher, Bluebird (an imprint of Pan Macmillan), has halted all future publishing with Brand. As the investigations continue and legal processes unfold, the entertainment industry faces a reckoning on how it handles allegations against prominent figures and what it means for their careers.<br />
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In response to sexual assault allegations against British comedian Russell Brand, Paramount+ has pulled the plug on his 2009 stand-up comedy special, Russell Brand in New York City.

In response to sexual assault allegations against British comedian Russell Brand, Paramount+ has pulled the plug on his 2009 stand-up comedy special, Russell Brand in New York City. This move follows the BBC's similar decision to remove Brand's content from its streaming platforms, citing a failure to meet "public expectations." Four women have accused Brand of rape, sexual assault, and emotional abuse spanning from 2006 to 2013, a period when Brand's fame was on the rise on both sides of the Atlantic. These allegations came to light through a joint investigation by The Times, The Sunday Times, and Channel 4's Dispatches. Brand vehemently denies all allegations. Russell Brand, known for his stand-up comedy and acting roles, had recently transitioned into a social media personality and wellness advocate. With over 6.6 million subscribers on YouTube, his channel became a platform for exploring a range of topics, including conspiracy theories, anti-vaccine content, veganism, and politics. Also Read | YouTube suspends monetisation on Russell Brand's channel amid sexual assault allegations The allegations against Brand have legal implications, as London's Metropolitan Police have received a report of an alleged sexual assault related to these claims. In addition to law enforcement, major players in the entertainment industry, including Channel 4, the BBC, and production giant Banijay, have initiated internal investigations into their association with Brand. These actions have had a substantial impact on Russell Brand's career. Live stand-up shows in the UK have been postponed, and his publisher, Bluebird (an imprint of Pan Macmillan), has halted all future publishing with Brand. As the investigations continue and legal processes unfold, the entertainment industry faces a reckoning on how it handles allegations against prominent figures and what it means for their careers. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Paramount+ drops Russell Brand's comedy special amid sexual assault allegations

<p>Russell Brand is currently being investigated for sexual assault claims as four women came forward with these sexual misconduct allegations. The comedian is now being slammed for his alleged behaviour and a lot of companies have severed ties with him till there is a decision on this matter. Meanwhile, there were reports that YouTube might sever ties with him but looks like things are rosy on that front.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A YouTube executive has said disgraced comedian Russell Brand should not be able to “make a living” through the platform but added YouTube currently has no plans to ban him. In a conversation with Channel 4, Pedro Pina, YouTube’s EMEA VP said, “Essentially he is not able to make a living through YouTube. We don’t believe that should happen.”</p>

<p>Currently, there is a lengthy investigation into the workings of Russell Brand. The actor-comedian is the subject of a lengthy joint investigation by The Times of London, The Sunday Times, and Channel 4 documentary strand Dispatches which alleged that Russell Brand raped or sexually assaulted four women at the height of his fame. Brand has strongly denied the allegations.&nbsp;<br />
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“Right now, from our point of view, we don’t have harmful content by Russell Brand,” Pedro Pina added.&nbsp;He further said that there had been an “incident in the past” where Brand was accused of spreading “medical misinformation” and YouTube took action in that situation. “If we find out over the next days, weeks, there is more reason to take more action, we will see,” said Pina.<br />
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Russell Brand is currently being investigated for sexual assault claims as four women came forward with these sexual misconduct allegations. The comedian is now being slammed for his alleged behaviour and a lot of companies have severed ties with him till there is a decision on this matter.

Russell Brand is currently being investigated for sexual assault claims as four women came forward with these sexual misconduct allegations. The comedian is now being slammed for his alleged behaviour and a lot of companies have severed ties with him till there is a decision on this matter. Meanwhile, there were reports that YouTube might sever ties with him but looks like things are rosy on that front. A YouTube executive has said disgraced comedian Russell Brand should not be able to “make a living” through the platform but added YouTube currently has no plans to ban him. In a conversation with Channel 4, Pedro Pina, YouTube’s EMEA VP said, “Essentially he is not able to make a living through YouTube. We don’t believe that should happen.” Currently, there is a lengthy investigation into the workings of Russell Brand. The actor-comedian is the subject of a lengthy joint investigation by The Times of London, The Sunday Times, and Channel 4 documentary strand Dispatches which alleged that Russell Brand raped or sexually assaulted four women at the height of his fame. Brand has strongly denied the allegations. Explained | Russell Brand: From sex addiction to sex abuse allegations “We don’t tolerate harmful content,” Pina said. “Right now, from our point of view, we don’t have harmful content by Russell Brand,” Pedro Pina added. He further said that there had been an “incident in the past” where Brand was accused of spreading “medical misinformation” and YouTube took action in that situation. “If we find out over the next days, weeks, there is more reason to take more action, we will see,” said Pina. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Russell Brand won’t be banned from YouTube amid sex abuse allegations