LONDON: Jemima Goldsmith, the former wife of PTI’s founder, has publicly accused prominent British comedian, actor, television host, and author Russell Brand of violence, coercion, and abuse.
Jemima Goldsmith Accuses Russell Brand of Abuse, Addresses Harassment Case Involving Massage Therapist
In her statement, Goldsmith revealed that she called the police to remove Brand from her home following a violent incident in 2014. She noted that she chose to remain silent at the time and refrained from pursuing legal action for the sake of her children, adding that she has had no contact with Brand for over a decade. She also commended the bravery of the women who came forward as victims in sexual exploitation lawsuits against Brand.
Goldsmith further elaborated on the context behind a court-mandated harassment injunction issued against therapist Sylvia Burki.
She alleged that Burki subjected her to antisemitic messages, death threats, and hate-filled emails, while also targeting her children, family, office, journalists, and even UNICEF. According to Goldsmith, Burki made baseless accusations involving kidnapping, bribing the police, and buying judges. The High Court ultimately deemed Burki’s harassment campaign cruel and unacceptable, making the injunction permanent, though Goldsmith stated she remains open to modifying the court order.
Also Read: PIA Seeks Family and Business Disclosures from Employees to Prevent Conflict of Interest
While expressing relief that Brand is finally facing accountability, Goldsmith voiced concerns that the harassment campaign could resume. Brand and Goldsmith previously shared a personal relationship.
