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Charity for addiction and mental health issues chaired by Russell Brand closed

Russell Brand has closed his charity for addiction and mental health support, which was removed from the official register of charities in January 2025.
Four women accused Brand of sexual assault between 2006 and 2013, which he vehemently denies, claiming his relationships were consensual.
The BBC has apologized for mishandling complaints about Brand's conduct during his time at the organization, acknowledging that many felt unable to raise concerns.

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Russell Brand Shuts Down Mental Health And Addiction Charity Following Sexual Assault Allegations

The British presenter turned online guru has moved to the US following allegations of sexual abuse, which he denies.

7 days ago·Los Angeles, United States

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The Sun

Russell Brand shuts down addiction charity after sex abuse allegations

UNDER-fire comic Russell Brand has shut down his addiction and mental health support charity, it emerged yesterday. The Charity Commission said it was told in September that the Stay Free Foundation “no longer operates”. Russell Brand has closed down his addiction and mental health support charityGetty It was removed from the register of charities officially last month. Financial records show it had a total income of £126,130 as of June 2023 and…

8 days ago·United Kingdom

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Evening Standard

Charity for addiction and mental health issues chaired by Russell Brand closed

The Charity Commission said it was told in September that Brand’s Stay Free Foundation ‘no longer operates and should be removed from the register’.

8 days ago·London, United Kingdom

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The Independent

Russell Brand closes his addiction charity

His Community festival donated all profits to the Stay Free Foundation

9 days ago·London, United Kingdom

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Russell Brand closes charity for addiction and mental health issues

Russell Brand has closed his charity for addiction and mental health support, the Charity Commission has said. In 2023, four women accused the comedian and actor, 49, of sexual assault

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