Producer Steps Back From Comedy Role Amid Russell Brand Assault Allegations
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Jack Bayles, head of comedy at independent TV production company Various Artists Limited, has stepped back from his role following allegations that he laughed during an incident involving Russell Brand and a woman. Various Artists Limited is behind the production of "I May Destroy You," a sexual assault drama starring Michaela Coel.
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Producer Accused of ‘Laughing’ During Russell Brand Assault ‘Steps Back’ From Head of Comedy Role (opens Variety in a new tab)
A producer who is alleged to have laughed while Russell Brand put his head on a woman’s groin has stepped back from his role as head of comedy at the London production company behind Michaela Coel’s sexual assault drama “I May Destroy You.” Jack Bayles, head…
Producer accused of laughing during Brand assault asked to ‘step back’ from role (opens Evening Standard in a new tab)
Jack Bayles is the head of comedy at independent TV production company Various Artists Limited.
