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Russell Brand's rise and allegations

Sept. 25

British police say they're looking into allegations of "non-recent" sexual offenses against Brand

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Russell Brand Noughties

The U.K.s toxic "noughties" are back in the spotlight

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Sept. 19

Paramount+ and the BBC remove some of his shows; YouTube blocks him from profiting off his channel

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Sept. 17

Brand's management agency cuts ties with him

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Sept. 16

4 women accuse Brand of sexual abuse in an investigation by Britain’s Channel 4, The Times and Sunday Times

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Sept. 15

Brand denies the claims ahead of the investigations’ publication and seems to imply a conspiracy

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Viral conspiracies

Russel Brand in London on Nov. 25, 2014.

Elon Musk and Tucker Carlson boost viral conspiracies

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2013

A woman who said she met Brand at an AA meeting alleges in the Sept. 2023 report that he attacked her in his L.A. home in 2013

2012

A businesswoman alleges in the Sept. 2023 report that she was raped by Brand at his L.A. home in 2012

2011 — 2010

Brand marries Katy Perry in India. He files for divorce in December 2011.

2008

Brand has his breakthrough Hollywood role in “Forgetting Sarah Marshall”

2007

Brand has a six-month relationship with Jordan Martin, who has since accused him of sexual assault

2006

In the Sept. 2023 report, a woman says she was sexually assaulted by Brand during a three-month relationship when she was 16

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Fleetwood Mac singer Stevie Nicks gets her own Barbie — and it's already sold out

“When I look at her, I see my 27 year old self — All the memories of walking out on a big stage in that black outfit and those gorgeous boots come rushing back," the music legend wrote of the doll.
A new Barbie doll honors Stevie Nicks of Fleetwood Mac.
A new Barbie doll honors Stevie Nicks of Fleetwood Mac.

TikTok users help pediatric cancer patient get the star treatment at Disney World

Drew Patchin, 10, and his brother Tyler, 5, were treated like celebrities after a TikTok creator's request went viral.
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Tom Hanks warns fans about 'AI version of me' promoting dental plan

"I have nothing to do with it,” Hanks wrote over the photo of his AI counterpart in a post on Instagram.
Tom Hanks on NBC's "TODAY" show on Nov. 19, 2019.
Tom Hanks on NBC's "TODAY" show on Nov. 19, 2019.

Beyoncé announces new film as U.S. leg of 'Renaissance Tour' closes

The Renaissance World Tour began in May in Stockholm and included stops in Paris, London and Barcelona before it arrived in the U.S. in July.
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Beyoncé RENAISSANCE WORLD TOUR

Mexican paletas are a growing craze — and here's why almost all stores share one name

Across the country and around the world, more paleterías and stores are selling the popular frozen popsicles and treats — and the name Michoacán is almost invariably part of it.
Illustration of paletas ice cream bars melting on a counter dressed as an altar, with candles, roses, and ice.
Illustration of paletas ice cream bars melting on a counter dressed as an altar, with candles, roses, and ice.

Toby Keith describes 'roller coaster' journey after cancer diagnosis as he receives Country Icon Award

The country singer appeared to move his wife to tears while performing at the People's Choice Country Awards on Thursday.
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Welcome to New York: Taylor Swift set to be at Chiefs-Jets game to watch Travis Kelce

The music superstar plans on being in the stands Sunday to watch the Kansas City Chiefs play the New York Jets in New Jersey, a source said.
Taylor Swift performs onstage during The Eras Tour at Lumen Field on July 22, 2023 in Seattle.
Taylor Swift performs onstage during The Eras Tour at Lumen Field on July 22, 2023 in Seattle.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce inspire viral prank on TikTok 

Couples are bonding — and pranking each other on TikTok — after Swift showed up at the Chiefs game Sunday.
Kansas City Chiefs' Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift.
Kansas City Chiefs' Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift.

Ice Spice says she and Matty Healy are 'good' following his podcast remarks

In an interview with Variety, the rapper said Healy apologized to her directly at a party earlier this month.
Ice Spice performs during the Governors Ball Music Festival
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Britney Spears video of her dancing with knives prompts police wellness check

Spears, 41, posted a video of her dancing in her home with knives, which she said was inspired by Shakira's MTV Video Music Awards performance.
Britney Spears seen dancing with knives in a video posted to Instagram.
Britney Spears seen dancing with knives in a video posted to Instagram.

Michael Gambon, actor who played Dumbledore in 'Harry Potter' films, dies at 82

The star of the stage and the screen “died peacefully in hospital” after a bout of pneumonia, his family said in a statement.
Albus Dumbledore
Albus Dumbledore

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