Russell Brand ‘rakes in more than £1.2million from bizarre online rants’ since being ‘dropped by YouTube after being accused of rape and assault’
Russell Brand has reportedly made more than £1.2million by filming himself ranting on Rumble after being banned from YouTube.
The comedian, 49, was charged with rape, sexual assault and emotional abuse last year as part of a joint investigation by Channel 4’s Dispatches programme, The Times and Sunday Times.
He has strongly denied allegations about his conduct, which allegedly occurred at the height of his fame between 2006 and 2013.
Brand began posting videos to Rumble after YouTube cut him off when the allegations emerged.
The star uploads strange conspiracy theories about the Russian invasion of Ukraine, as well as anti-vax videos.
Since beginning his journey with spirituality, Brand also recites from the Bible and discusses his religious faith.
His videos have been viewed 160 million times on the platform as of September 2023, where the highest earners reportedly earn around £8 per 1,000 views.
Russell Brand (pictured) has made more than £1.2million by filming himself raging at Rumble
Brand’s videos have been viewed 160 million times on the platform as of September 2023
A source said this The mirror: ‘Russell Brand is cashing in by posting these bizarre videos on Rumble.’
They added: ‘It has been a very lucrative source of income.’
It comes as the Metropolitan Police confirmed its investigation into rape allegations is continuing, more than a year after it was launched.
Brand’s conversion to Christianity continued last month when he interpreted the Bible and performed a baptism in his underpants.
The star was spotted in a lake with two other men, one of whom also wore nothing but his boxing trunks as they performed the religious practice.
Brand posted the photos on social media with the caption, “It may seem a little early to be baptizing people, but the apostles did it on the first day, so here we are.”
Since December 2023, the comedian has published several posts discussing his growing relationship with Christianity.
Last month, he uploaded a video interpreting the Bible, expressing his gratitude for God’s sacrifice.