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A former Big Brother runner that appeared on Channel 4 and The Times\u2019 collaborative Dispatches episode investigating Russell Brand revealed they feel like runners on the show \u2018acted as pimps\u2019 for the comedian.<\/p>\n
The comedian and actor, 48,\u00a0has faced numerous accusations in an expos\u00e9 this afternoon as well as a\u00a0Channel 4\u00a0special\u00a0episode of Dispatches airing in a joint investigation with The Times, shedding light on the allegations.<\/p>\n
Brand, who has denied the \u2018very serious allegations\u2019 in a video shared on Friday night, has been accused of rape, sexual assault and emotional abuse by four women, including one who claimed she was 16 years old at the time.<\/p>\n
The episode, Russell Brand: In Plain Sight, featured interviews with the women behind the allegations as well as those who have worked alongside the TV personality, including former runners on Big Brother.<\/p>\n
Brand hosted Big Brother spin-off Big Brother\u2019s Big Mouth from 2004 to 2006, and Celebrity Big Brother\u2019s Big Mouth from 2005 to 2007.<\/p>\n
In Dispatches, a former runner from the show claimed they and their fellow coworkers were \u2018basically acting as pimps to Russell Brands\u2019 needs\u2019 as they put him in contact with women in the audience of the show that were \u2018all over 18, but under 22.\u2019<\/p>\n
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They went on to allege they \u2018distinctly remember getting calls from women who had met with Russell\u2019 who were \u2018mostly upset they had been used\u2019 by the star, though they said they did not know \u2018what went on\u2019 after the show wrapped.<\/p>\n
The anonymous runner said the act was like \u2018leading lambs to slaughter,\u2019 and it was \u2018\u2018so horrible to listen to them being so upset and distressed.\u2019<\/p>\n
Another staff member speaking in the documentary recalled a time they collected Brand from his dressing room, with them claiming he flashed his penis at them.<\/p>\n
They said the encounter left them \u2018in tears\u2019 as they claimed Brand suggested they have a \u2018quickie\u2019 before filming.<\/p>\n
Speaking to The Mirror, Channel 4 said in a statement: \u2018Channel 4 is appalled to learn of these deeply troubling allegations including behaviour alleged to have taken place on programmes made for Channel 4 between 2004 and 2007.<\/p>\n
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\u2018We are determined to understand the full nature of what went on. We have carried out extensive document searches and have found no evidence to suggest the alleged incidents were brought to the attention of Channel 4. We will continue to review this in light of any further information we receive, including the accounts of those affected individuals.<\/p>\n
\u2018We will be asking the production company who produced the programmes for Channel 4 to investigate these allegations and report their findings properly and satisfactorily to us. In the many years since the alleged incidents took place, there has obviously been extensive change in Channel 4\u2019s management and commissioning teams. <\/p>\n
\u2018Today, Channel 4 has a zero-tolerance approach to unacceptable behaviour and has a robust Code of Conduct. We require all suppliers to have in place rigorous safeguarding policies and provide whistleblowing support, including Channel 4\u2019s Speak Up facility.<\/p>\n
\u2018We are committed to ensuring our industry has safe, inclusive and professional working environments.\u2019<\/p>\n
Victim Support offers support to survivors of rape and sexual abuse. You can contact them on 0333 300 6389.<\/p>\n