US EditionRussell Brand: YouTube suspends monetisation of star's channel
- YouTube has suspended adverts on videos by comedian Russell Brand following accusations of rape and sexual assault against him. Brand's YouTube channels, which have over six million subscribers, will continue to exist but will no longer feature ads.
- The allegations against Brand have led to investigations by Channel 4, TV production firm Banijay UK, and the BBC. His working relationship with a UK book publisher and a talent agency has also been suspended.
- As a result of the accusations, Brand's Bipolarisation standup tour has been postponed and a charity supporting women affected by abuse has ended its collaboration with him. Despite the allegations, Brand has received support from high-profile figures including Elon Musk.
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Russell Brand denies sexual assault allegations, warns of 'serious, concerted agenda' after YouTube ban
Actor and comedian Russell Brand has been suspended from earning income on his YouTube channel following reports of sexual assault allegations and warnings from his audience that he might be sharing too much “truth.” #RussellBrand #SexualAssault #YouTube #CancelCulture #CorporateMedia
YouTube Demonetizes Russell Brand Over Rape and Sexual Assualt Allegations
YouTube has announced it has suspended podcast host Russell Brand’s monetization status amid allegations he raped and sexually assaulted women. According to NBC News, the big tech video streaming platform made the announcement Tuesday, claiming Brand was in violation of the “creator responsibility policy.” They noted, “If a creator’s off-platform behavior harms our users, employees or ecosystem, we take action to protect the community.” Brand b…
Leo Kearse deems YouTube demonetisation of Russell Brand’s channel ‘drastic’
Comedian and GB new host Leo Kearse says YouTube's actions to demonetise Russell Brand's channel was “drastic”. YouTube demonetised Mr Brand's account following a series of sexual assault allegations made against the British comedian and actor. “It seems pretty drastic because there’s no due process that has been followed in this case, it's all been reported in the media, it's been a trial by media,” he told Sky News host Sharri Markson. “Russel…
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