Russell Brand has said he does not live in the UK anymore, claiming to have been attacked and shut down in a social media post. A newspaper report has claimed he is currently living in America.

In September 2023, the TV personality was accused of rape, sexual assault and emotional abuse following an investigation by Channel 4, The Times and The Sunday Times. The four accusations relate to both his professional and personal life.

Further complaints about his conduct during his time at the BBC were also raised, and subject of an independent report that resulted in the broadcaster apologising to those who felt unable to come forward at the time of the incidents.

Brand has denied all allegations, insisting all his relationships have been consensual. Shortly before the initial claims in 2023 were aired on Channel 4 programme Dispatches, he released a video saying “Amidst this litany of astonishing, rather baroque attacks are some very serious allegations that I absolutely refute”.

In November, Police asked The Crown Prosecution Service to consider bringing criminal charges against Brand. The case is currently being reviewed. Andy Furphy, Detective Superintendent of the Metropolitan Police, said: “Our investigation continues and a file has now been passed to the CPS. We have a team of dedicated officers providing specialist support to the women who have come forward. We are committed to investigating sexual offences, no matter how long ago they are alleged to have taken place.”

On Sunday (February 2), he released a video on social media platform Rumble, where he confirmed his new place of residence. “I don’t live in the United Kingdom anymore because I personally have experienced how the media, government and judiciary – if you suddenly become an inconvenience – will find ways to attack and shut you down” he said.

A report by The Times has claimed that Brand has moved to Florida. Last year, the television host was a vocal supporter of President Donald Trump, attending January’s Presidential inauguration in Washington D.C.

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