Russell Brand joked that he would “take off” The View host Joy Behar’s tights and offered to break Sherri Shepherd’s celibacy during an interview on the daytime talk show in 2009 – which has now resurfaced in the wake of the shocking allegations of rape and assault. against the comedian.
The incredibly risqué interview, which took place over fourteen years ago, was littered with sexual innuendos, with Russell joking that the panelists, including Whoopi Goldberg, Barbara Walters and Meghan McCain, had made him feel “excited.”
He also caressed Sherri’s bare leg after telling her she looked “nice,” promising to “take care” of her and boasting that she would “forget her own name” because he’s very “confident” in the bedroom department.
Russell, now 48 and married to Laura Gallacher, found himself at the center of a high-profile sex scandal this week after a Dispatches exposé revealed allegations of misconduct, rape and sexual assault – all of which he denies.
Russell Brand apparently offered to spend the night with Sherri Shepherd during a 2009 appearance on The View
The long-haired star caressed Sherri’s bare leg as co-host Barbara Walters looked on
Whoopi Goldberg, Meghan McCain and Joy Behar were also present at the interview
The sex talk started when Joy referenced Russell’s controversial title of “Shagger of the Year” and asked him, “Are you proud of that?”
“One of my biggest honors, Joy, is my ‘Shagger of the Year’ awards,” he replied, before admitting it was “awkward” discussing the title with his mother Barbara.
When he confirmed that he had been free of drugs and alcohol for six and a half years, Meghan asked him, “You said free of drugs and alcohol, but what about the sex addiction?” Joy teased, “Yes! How about that, Shagger of the Year?!”
“Now listen, you’re going to have me stripped of my title and I’m going to have you stripped of your panties!” he replied as the studio audience laughed.
He then interrupted Sherri as she tried to question him about his “sex and fucking,” with the comedian caressing her leg and declaring, “You look nice… I like these kind of high-heeled gladiator shoes you’re wearing.” and I love your legs.”
Then he asked, “Now I understand that you have been celibate for some time, when are you going to give that up?”
Whoopi chimed in, “Yes Sherri, when are you going to give up? He’s a suitable man, here…’
An embarrassed-looking Sherri replied, “Don’t start something you can’t finish, Russell!” To which he replied: ‘I assure you this is an area I am confident in, I am not bluffing. I will take care of you, I will make you see multicolored, I will make you forget your own name, it will be wonderful!’
“No wonder he’s Shagger of the Year!” Joy blurted out, as Barbara told Sherri, “Looks like you’re looking forward to it, that’s all I’m saying!”
Russell, who was previously married to Katy Perry, then joked: “She seems quite excited, Barbara,” before turning to Sherri and saying: “You got all dressed up, you got me excited now.” come on!’
Joy, pictured this month, joked about Russell being named ‘Shagger of the Year’
The comedian has denied allegations of rape and sexual assault by four women
Russell pictured with his ex-wife Katy Perry in Los Angeles in December 2011
Sherri seemed confused by his comments and tried to continue the conversation by referencing his films Forgetting Sarah Marshall and Get Him to the Greek.
Referring to a scene in the latter film, in which Russell’s character Aldous Snow appears on The View, he said: “You were kind enough to contribute and do a scene for that film.” Well, it was a lot of fun.
“You are an incredibly professional group of women and I feel a combination of relaxed and excited in your company,” he joked, as everyone burst out laughing again.
Moments later, Barbara suggested that Russell seek help for his sex addiction, before joking: “It seems to be serving you very well… whatever you spend the night with, as they say!”
Russell turned his attention back to Sherri and replied, “Well, Sherri tonight!” as he rested his arm against hers on the back of the couch.
Sherri started giggling uncontrollably when Sister Act star Whoopi criticized him during his sexual escapades and asked, “Have you ever had a sister since you’ve been making time with Sherri?”
‘Yes! A lot!’ he replied. ‘I live in London, our country is different, we are all working on it! A lot, since I was really young, like 16!’
Sherri wrapped up the interview by telling him, “Russell, thank you so much for coming. We like having you here, you should come back.”
One woman has claimed she was in an ’emotionally abusive and controlling relationship’ with the star when he was 31 and she was 16
Russell and his wife Laura Gallacher, pictured here in November 2017, share two children
“You know we can meet outside the confines of this show!” he told her and leaned forward again, but Sherri just laughed the comment off.
The British comedian was on the show to promote his second hosting stint at the 2009 MTV VMAs.
Another recently surfaced clip from Jimmy Fallon’s Tonight Show is also circulating, showing Russell suggestively bouncing Katharine McPhee on his lap.
The clips come just days after Russell was accused of rape and sexual assault by four different women.
The allegations came to light in a joint investigation by The Sunday Times and Channel 4’s Dispatches, which revealed a litany of accusations against the comedian turned wellness influencer.
The Metropolitan Police said it will speak to the media in the wake of the allegations to investigate Russell’s alleged treatment of women, but added that the force has currently “not received any reports in connection with” the sexual assault claims as described in the article or documentary.
Russell strongly denied the allegations in a YouTube video posted the day before the Dispatches special aired, describing the claims as “serious” and “disturbing.”
The comedian, actor and internet personality told his 6.5 million subscribers late Friday night that “very, very serious criminal allegations” had been made against him, which he “absolutely refute.”
Russell said he had received two “extremely disturbing letters” from a “mainstream media TV company” and a newspaper.
The father-of-two said the letters contained “a litany of extremely blatant and aggressive attacks, which are not true.”
Russell was pictured leaving the Troubadour Wembley Park theater on Saturday after a sold-out show
Posting the video to And as I’ve described extensively in my books, I was very, very promiscuous.
“During that time of promiscuity, the relationships I had were absolutely always consensual. I was always transparent about it then and I am transparent about it now.
“And when I see transparency turning into something criminal, which I absolutely deny, it makes me wonder if there is another agenda at play,” he added.
On Saturday night, Russell performed at a sold-out stand-up show at the Troubadour Wembley Park Theater in North West London as part of his Bipolarisation tour.
Russell was due to perform in Windsor, Plymouth and Wolverhampton, but his promoters have now confirmed that these shows will not go ahead.
A statement from the show’s promoters said: ‘We are postponing these few remaining addiction charity fundraising shows, we hate to do it – but we know you will understand.
‘Theatre Royal Windsor is offering ticket refunds in accordance with our terms and conditions of sale.’