Russell Brand removes wedding ring 1 month before divorce in new video

As most people are quite aware of by now, Russell Brand filed for divorce from Katy Perry on Dec. 30, and I think Kaiser was correct when she pointed out that the only really surprising aspect was that Russell was the one who pulled the trigger. In retrospect, maybe Russell’s plans were clearer than they seemed due to his wavering ability to wear his wedding ring during the final months of marriage. While the absence of a ring alone doesn’t mean everything (after all, Prince William has never worn one), Russell either had a conscious or unconscious desire to leave the thing at home, and I think it said a lot that the guy went ringless on his one-year wedding anniversary while he was photographed alone and stalking the streets of NYC. Perhaps that was his way of getting back at Katy for being out of town on what should’ve been a romantic occasion. Then Russell was spotted a few weeks later wearing the ring at a sports event, but that’s probably because Katy said something about it to him. Not that I blame her at all, for I’d have done the same.

Now a (sort of) new video has surfaced of Russell in November while he was promoting a weeklong stand-up comedy tour of various U.S. colleges. From what I gather, the tour was sponsored in part by pr0n website Nudevista, which is where this video was originally posted. He rambles on for a few minutes and takes possible aim Katy’s parents with a joke about the New Testament — “the return of the son of God … that for me was diluted” — and then states the following:

“I am going to meet people from sororities and fraternities. I don’t know what a sorority is except for what I have seen on Nudevista – that they are sort of sex clubs for women. A week of revolution and, more importantly, I am going to learn first-hand about sororities.” [Russell takes off his wedding ring.] “I’m just going to place this somewhere very, very safe for the next week.”

At one point, I’d probably have considered Russell taking off his ring as merely a sly joke in the context of the video. However, the guy filed for divorce one month later, so maybe he was also trying to send a warning to Katy. Who knows if she ever saw the video, or if she even cared about it at all.

Meanwhile, Katy has pulled out of her first scheduled public appearance in the wake of the divorce. She posted a note on her Twitter page stating that she will not be attending Wednesday evening’s People’s Choice Awards:

Since filing for divorce from Perry on December 30, the British comedian has remained resolutely silent on his Twitter page.

However, estranged wife Perry came forward over the weekend to thank her fans for their support in the difficult times.

Perry also pulled out of what was scheduled to be her first public appearance since the split at the People’s Choice Awards, writing her apologies on Twitter.

But new claims have suggested Perry is considering flying into the UK in a bid to resolve things with her former spouse.

A source told Grazia magazine: “Katy was absolutely crushed by Russell’s decision. She’s furious after everything he’s done, but still insists there must be a way to reconcile and try to work things out. She told Russell that if he’d agreed to marriage counselling, they wouldn’t be in this mess and tried to persuade him to fly back to the States and meet her. She’s now considering jetting to the UK as she’s desperate to see him and talk to him. She said she can’t stand that everything has been done over the phone and says she needs to see him before she can truly accept it’s over.”

[From Daily Mail]

Has Katy decided to skip the awards show so that she can fly to London and beg Russell to call off the divorce? I sure hope she’s not that deluded and wouldn’t humiliate herself in such a way. From the looks of things, Russell is working on moving on with life. Yes, he’s been looking quite Lonely in London, but he’s been busying himself with making strides professionally by signing on to host his own late-night talk show on FX. Further, the man has actually filed for divorce. He’s done with the marriage.

Just for the hell of it, here are some “vintage” (early 2010) photos of Katy and Russell at the beginning of their misguided relationship.

Photos courtesy of Pacific Coast News and Fame/Flynet

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  1. moopsie says:

    Hmmm I predict the divorce will be called off.

    • Moi says:

      I second that. I figured these two would be the Valerie Bertinelli and Eddie Van Halen of the decade. Seriously… They even look alike.

      Obviously, they have their own careers, but if you really want something, you make it happen. Kind of like Russell’s Nelson Mandala quote, “It always seems impossible until it’s done”. So, if they want their marriage to succeed, it’s up to them, not the naysayers.

  2. teehee says:

    Wow I dislike his girly voice.
    A lot.

  3. Serena says:

    I really like him. Rusell is a smart man he probobly had he’s reasons. To be honest I think hes trying to move on. Anyway I just cant stand that worm headed talentless woman.

  4. Bubbling says:

    He is starting to look like Rasputin (top photo)

    • Hautie says:

      Yes he is! And that is not an attractive look for anyone.

      I also believe he is done with the marriage too.

      Now we will get to see if Russell goes after half of her income from the last year or so.

      Since he made it clear he would not sign a pre-nup before they got married. Either he will simply walk away without a lot of drama.

      Or there will be an epic sh*t storm.

  5. Anait says:

    I don’t believe in “marriage counselling”, if it’s over, it’s over. It’s only a way to postpone a divorce. I know some couple who tried it, but after few months things re-started to go wrong and finally they split.
    These two seem to have different needs, they don’t spend much time together… Man has to work to keep a marriage going on, it’s a constant work, love alone is not enough and sometime even “work” is not enough.

    • Bubbling says:

      Trust me, when a marriage is falling apart, you will do almost anything to save it. I don’t think people even consider working/not working option at that time, especially if the kids are involved. If I ever get to that point, at least ate end of it I want to be able to say “There, I tried literally everything”

    • mln76 says:

      In this case the counseling should have taken place BEFORE the wedding. But then it probably wouldn’t have happened. But yes marriage counseling is a good idea for couples it’s a matter of going as soon as problems start not when you can’t stand eachother’s guts.

    • gg says:

      These two are SO different and they never even saw it due to the stars in their eyes. Sad, really. But he’s too sleazy for her ultimately, and she’s way too Suzy Creamcheese for him. Ne’er the twain shall meet.

  6. M says:

    If they have done everything over the phone….that’s just not right. They need to see each other in person and talk. Whether it’s to make amends or to get some closure.

  7. Naye in VA says:

    i dont appreciate that she is calling for marriage counseling now. Maybe because it looks bad on her to be the dumpee, like she was a bad wife, and shes trying to clean up that image. I actually really feel for Russell. Hollywood couples break up all the time, but i get this feeling from him that it was something he was really reluctant to do. And if he did finally get to that point then she is way too little too late

  8. L says:

    If she is trying to save her marriage, it’s because Russell stands to gain $25mm because they had no prenup. I think considering her ‘talent’ and career longevity I would try to save my marriage too. Cheaper to keep him?!!

    • dweep says:

      Nah, I don’t think he is after the money. He’s not that kind of douche bag, and believe me, I know my douches..

      I really wished they I made it though, sad.

  9. Asli says:

    They should have been clear about what they wanted BEFORE they got married. It’s easy to get caught up in that fantasy-fairytale wedding but it’s work to maintain a marriage. And it seemed like they both wanted different things out of the marriage.

  10. Franny says:

    I feel bad for them actually. Everytime I hear her stupid songs on the radio, I do feel for them. Not because they rushed into marriage and didn’t put any time into their relationship, but just because they seemed so hopefully about their marriage. And for all that Russell has gone through with his addictions, I feel he has come through them a better person. He seems really articulate and thoughtful and seems to have really loved Katy.

    So I guess I just am sad that another hopefully marriage ends in divorce.

  11. Lee says:

    I like him too. Funny and intelligent. Obviously not a screen idol, but really, he is rather compelling. I’ll be interested to see where this divorce goes. It seems he really means business, and that has perhaps shocked Katy. Methinks she thought she had the upper hand, and is disconcerted to discover she didn’t after all.

  12. ladybert62 says:

    Guess my word for the day is Creepy since I am now using it for the third time! But I find him CREEPY – his Charlie Manson eyes give me the willies!!!

    • MorticiansDoItDeader says:

      You’re right! THAT is who he looks like.

      • gg says:

        I’m goin for Rasputin, as posted above. But they’re both in the same league. Raspy was just taller. I think.

      • gg says:

        In the last picture of Katy with the pink dress, he’s dressed like a hairy Artful Dodger. I sincerely wish he’d button up his shirts. It’s so 1980s Bee Gee’s.

  13. Lisa says:

    I ADORE him…I have a thing for damaged, uber intelligent, funny as hell men who are a bit of a bastard…

    I think he and Katie love each other…

    I think he and Katie spent too much time apart…no relationship can stablize or flourish under the hellified touring schedule she has had since they got married…couple that with his schedule…

    I think it is wholly appropriate for Katie to drop everything to go and fight for her man…

    I would…

  14. Veruca says:

    Ok, normally I’m not one to take sides in these things, but I get the feeling he was really into the marriage, and she was into being famous and partying. I’m sure it didn’t help things when he couldn’t come to Japan (her favorite place on Earth). How much would that suck if you can’t take your partner to the place you love most?

    I don’t think her friends helped much, either — nor her actions of blowing off their anniversary or the holidays. Whether or not they were getting along, she should have been there if she really cared. Also, why did she fly to meet him right away when he filed? The chick has a jet! Something tells me she’s been phoning it in (figuratively and literally) for awhile).

    I don’t know what you call a female lothario (a slut?), but that was me back in the day. When I fell really in love, the slut days were over. I feel it was the same for Russell, and she kind of spit it in his face. If I were him, I’d be done too.

    **Ends Rant**

  15. Redheadwriter says:

    Now Russell and Helen Mirren can get their freak on together.

  16. Iggles says:

    I disagree Bedhead. He’s still her husband. I don’t think flying to the UK to try to reconcile makes her desperate.

    Yes, he filed for divorce but blindsiding her with it shows that he’s angry. And when you’re angry, you still care. Hate isn’t the opposite of love – indifference is.

    Girl still has a chance and I hope they really try before giving up!

    • gg says:

      I think they’re doomed as a couple, but I don’t blame her for trying.

    • dweep says:

      Deep inside, I agree with you.

      I don’t think he is over her or the marriage yet. But who knows, maybe it’s just wishful thinking.

  17. Zelda says:

    I am commenting just to up the pageviews so you’ll wirte more about Russell Brand. Love him. And it beats the sh*t out of looking at what Brandi Notfamous is not doing every day.

    • TheOriginalKitten says:

      HAAAAAAAA! I love “Brandi Notfamous is not doing everyday”. Oh my god..best comment ever.

    • Nanea says:

      … or the Klan nobody should kare about… or Falcor.

      ITA, Russell is a lot better than other people, faults and all.

  18. icravefreshbrains says:

    Downton Abbey IS awesome. It’s full blown costume crack.

  19. TheOriginalKitten says:

    Even if you really hate Brand, it’s hard to deny that he’s a thoughtful, intelligent guy. I do think they loved each other but Perry got married so young and she doesn’t strike me as the deepest chick out there. Maybe he just wanted someone with a little more depth? I sort of feel bad for her at this point since she’s getting so much bad press over this. She’s doing the right thing by bowing out of public appearances I think.

  20. Lori says:

    He needs grooming, she seems something of a controller, dont find either one of them funny or interesting enough to care about their marriage. and her parents are obnoxious.

  21. Embee says:

    She should get an annulment. There wasn’t a marriage and then she doesn’t have to fork over any dough.

  22. normades says:

    I think he’ll make a great late night host. His interviews will be witty and fun. Good move since his movie career has suffered some set backs lately.

    • gg says:

      Why – has he actually got a show planned? I don’t think he’s that interested in other people. He only likes talking about himself. So many people I think are funny get chat shows – and then blow it to smithereens; Dennis Miller comes to mind. Gah that was awful!

  23. reddmasters says:

    meh, so over him and his crazy whacked out eyeballs. Leave Katy alone Russell, go back across the pond and stay there. The smell in the United States will improve.

  24. BBB says:

    That second to last picture makes me imagine his head is turned to look at some other woman.

  25. Jesa says:

    I Love Him. The death of his friend Amy Winehouse affected him very much, I think Katys constant partying worries him. I think Rhianna is a bad influence on katy. Russell has “Brad Pitt”
    syndrome, he is ready for children and it’s been mentioned by both of them that’s that’s kind of the reason to get married, but she was Jennifer Annistoning him and I think he gave her an ultimatim which she did not take seriously. Katy to me seems a little wilfull and spoiled.

  26. Jover says:

    I agree with your comments theoriginalkitten but my God, a paper cup has more depth and talent than Katy Perry. When I read somewhere that it took 8 people to write I kissed a Girl I knew this girl was a music industry product. Enough said.

    • gg says:

      Definitely a marketing product only; that’s why THE BOOBS are the main focus for her. The poor child has probably got the most irritating, weak and offkey voice I’ve ever heard, especially live.

  27. Team Rusty says:

    Oh no, not you too, Celebitchy! This story is all over, and it’s NOT true. Well, it’s true that he posted that video, where he jokingly talks about sororities and removes his ring, but it was NOT posted on “NudeVista”! That was purely a joke. It was posted on HIS OWN website, so clearly it was not hidden at all. Check out russellbrand.tv (his official site) and look at the entry on November 15 — it’s this video.

    Joking about porn sites is just part of what Russell does. He was riffing on the idea of colleges being all about debauchery & sex, as part of his promotion for his tour. That’s it. Whether you think it was tasteless or not, or whether it was a foreshadowing of them getting divorced, I don’t care, but please report the correct facts! This is NOT a newly surfaced video (I saw it the day it was posted on his site) and is NOT from a porn site.

  28. whatevs says:

    it’s lulzworthy because that’s when the divorce rumours started and katy tried hard to dispel them in a smart ass way. makes her look like an ass now

  29. mew says:

    I think he’s simply just disgusting. Blergh.

  30. Ramie says:

    Rusty doesn’t want her back. He can do so much better. Hopefully he can find someone who can hold an intelligent conversation & look good doing it (oh, & overlook his inevitable sexual dalliances).

  31. Qt says:

    “sexual dalliances”? LOL!!! Don’t sugar coat his sexual compulsions kiddo. Not saying I would turn Brand down for a dirty weekend, but he’s no keeper. The man has poor taste in women and I don’t think he’s ever wanted a woman to have an ‘intelligent conversation’ with. He’d have no problem finding a woman with brains AND boobs, but he has never chosen that. What ‘intelligent’ woman would be okay with coming home to find him in bed with two strippers and a groupie? Plus just the thought that he married a woman that dresses up like a toddlers and tiaras contestant puts me right off him. Katy’s creepiness completely ruined him.

  32. selina says:

    Russel scares me with his eyes. There’s something disturbing about his gaze. As if he’s trying to stare the crap out of someone.