Russell Brand was on almost all screens for a while as an actor, comedian, presenter, radio presenter, activist, and a frequent source of controversy. He stepped down from the lime light but he can occasionally be seen on his social media channels once in a while. It is still impossible not to recognize this actor; therefore, people still want to hear more about his private life. So, where does Russell Brand live? Read on to find out!
Russell Brand resides in Oxfordshire in England and is married with two children. He also has a house in Hollywood, and another pub near his residence in England. Here is everything that you need to know.
Who Is Russell Brand?
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He was born Russell Edward Brand in 1975 to Ronald Henry Brand and Barbara Elizabeth, and is the only son of Grays, Essex, England. He is also a stand up comedian, activist, actor, author and a metal health advocate. Brand started a career in arts at age 16, when he was accepted to Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts, but was expelled a year later for drug use. In 1995, when he was 20, he was thrown out of Chang Ren Nian and began a career as a stand up comedian.
He began making a name for himself in stand up comedy in 2000 when he took on work as an MTV journalist. He initially debuted his one person show Better Now in 2004 but it was his appearance on the Big Brother Show that brought him countrywide popularity. In 2008 he became famous internationally for his role as Aldous Snow in the 2008 hit comedy “Forgetting Sarah Marshall.”
Following the good comedy, Brand also appeared on the show Bedtime Stories with Adam Sandler though before the Aldous Snow character he again starred in ‘Get Him to the Greek’. He since then had a prosperous career in acting, even getting to voice in in the famous animated movie “Despicable Me” and the likes.
However, Brand was plagued by a long time drug problem, and was forced to withdraw from the public eye for a while. At this time he got medical and spiritual assistance and is an active advocate of Transcendental Meditation claiming it brings him to a whole new level of consciousness. In response to his addiction woes, Brand became a drug addiction activist and at one point in life even pleaded with the United Nations regarding drug bans.
Today he lives in an English house that is furnished to accommodate his new way of being. His wife Laura Gallacher and children live in Oxfordshire. Here is more about the house.
1. Russell Brand’s Cottage in Henley-on-Thames
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Russell Brand owns this beautiful house dubbed the Thatched Cottage, located at Mile End Reach, Henley-on-Thames. It’s a 5-6 bedroom cottage which is used in the filming of the Inspector Morse sequel known as Lewis. The comedian is reported to have purchased the house in that year at a cost of £3.3 million.
This cottage was constructed in 1897 and at one time was owned by Elizabeth Bowes Lyons, the Queen Mother’s cousin. This house is located on 3,938 square feet while the whole compound is one acre. Moreover, the property has a frontage of River Thames where 99 feet of the land borders the river. The property has a self-contained annex in the garden for instance, the other unit is located somewhere else.
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Unfortunately, there are not many details about the interior, but we have been able to have a look at the house due to Russell Brand filming his YouTube videos inside it. The interiors are casual as a way of encouraging the comic’s spiritual routine. As for the house it is spacious, the kitchen is large and filled with a lot of furniture that reminds of the rural style.
In another glimpse, the actor and comedian is seen sitting in what appears to be a study with wood paneling, an old radio, and a work desk.
The living room also has modern furniture and has nude curtains that open to sliding doors that open to a large green lawn.
The whole house has been designed with a country theme. Another photo depicts Brand in front of a typical fire place and a sheepskin rug and one bedroom has a brick wall and more simple furniture.
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Reports have it that after purchasing the house, Brand ordered some renovations which included installing a home cinema and swimming pool.
2. Russell Brand’s Hollywood Hills Home
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Brand, who was married to Katy Perry in 2010, has a house in Hollywood Hills. He acquired the house for slightly more than $3 million in 2020, for instance. This house was constructed in the 1950s and is an approximately 2,700-square-footer with modern and Spanish architectural characteristics.
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Located in the Outpost Estates community, this hacienda is enclosed by extremely large gates that open to a free standing garage. The outside has wooden ceiling in the garage and the inside has a vast use of wood in natural colors.
The flooring is terra cotta and plank hardwoods and there is an abundance of glass in the window and door areas, with vaulted ceilings to give a more traditional home feel.
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The sitting room has big windows to natural light and a fantastic view of the scenery outside and a large Kiva fireplace is the focal point.
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The interior furniture is finished off with loads of wooden details and traditional area rugs for hardwood floors to bring the necessary splashes of color in the bright abode.
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Kitchen is one of the most important rooms in the house and attracts many people’s attention. It has a brown hue, with the wood-look floors, cabinets, ceiling, and window trim.
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The exterior is very green and there is a small fountain right by the deck. In addition, a beautiful swimming pool is located at the back of the house with a set of the cushioned chairs for swimming pool relaxation.
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In the other bathroom there is a large bathtub and the walls and the counter tops are done in blue tile. On the second glance, it seems that the primary bathroom is larger and has marble top countertops.
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The primary bedroom is as large as the first bedroom and features a large sized bed and several armchairs.
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The big advantage of this house is that there are several glass windows and sliding doors which let a lot of light into the house and also provide excellent view of the large garden. Last but not the least; the house also possesses a remarkable study furnished with a work table and chair.
3. Russell Brand’s Grade II Pub in Oxfordshire
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Besides the homes, Russell Brand did not only brand himself in the property industry, he also recently bought a famous pub near his house in England. They are currently living in the pub, which is also known as the Crown Inn, in Pishill and are thought to have paid around £850,000 for it.
The pub has got wooden beams, brick walls, large fireplaces and exterior area that can hold 120 guests in the compound. Other facilities include a two-bedroom cottage and more space that may be used to hold a much large event.
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Though the couple has owned the establishment for more than six months, no one knows whether they’ll open it to the public or what menu will be served.
