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Russell Brand allegations are leading to renewed scrutiny of the endemic bullying and harassment in the TV industry

  • Written by: Christa van Raalte, Associate Professor of Film and Television, Bournemouth University
Russell Brand allegations are leading to renewed scrutiny of the endemic bullying and harassment in the TV industryGnepphoto/Shutterstock

The presenter, comedian and actor Russell Brand is at the centre of a joint investigation by The Times, The Sunday Times and Channel 4 Dispatches, which has reported allegations of abuse made against him by four women, which include emotional abuse, sexual assault and rape. Brand has denied these allegations, saying his...

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