Russell Brand’s Personal Life, Siblings, Parents, Wife, Girlfriend, and Other Family
Russell’s Personal Life
Russell Brand was born on June 3, 1975, in Grays, Essex, England. He had a difficult childhood. His parents divorced when he was six months old and he was raised by his mother. When Brand was eight years old, his mother was diagnosed with uterine cancer. She then developed breast cancer a year later. Brand lived with relatives while his mother was undergoing treatment.
Brand began his career as a stand-up comedian in the late 1990s. He quickly rose to fame and became one of the most popular comedians in the United Kingdom. He has also starred in a number of films and television shows, including “Forgetting Sarah Marshall” (2008), “Get Him to the.
Siblings
Russell Brand has one younger sister, named Katie Brand. She is a comedian and actress. She is known for her work on the British television shows “Live at the Apollo” and “Mock the Week”. Katie has also appeared in the films “Stardust” (2006) and “Get Him to the Greek” (2010).
Parents
Brand’s parents are Ron Brand and Barbara Brand. His father is a shopfitter, which is a person who designs and installs shop fittings. His mother is a retired teacher.
Brand’s parents are very supportive of his career. They have attended many of his shows and have appeared in some of his films and television shows.
Wife
Brand was married to Katy Perry from 2010 to 2012. Perry is an American singer and songwriter. She is one of the most successful pop stars in the world, with over 100 million records sold worldwide.
Brand and Perry met in 2009 and began dating shortly after. They were married in India in October 2010. However, they divorced in 2012, citing irreconcilable differences.
Girlfriend
Brand is currently dating Laura Gallacher. Gallacher is a British television presenter and model. She is the daughter of Bernard Gallacher, a former professional golfer.
Brand and Gallacher began dating in 2015. They have two children together, Mabel and Peggy.
Other Family
Brand has a number of aunts, uncles, and cousins. He is also close to his nieces and nephews.
Brand’s family is very important to him. He spends a lot of time with them and he is always there for them.