Celebrity’s Unexpected Prayer Stirs Up Live Event
At the conclusion of an hour-long discussion with Tucker Carlson in Phoenix, Arizona, British actor Russell Brand knelt barefoot on stage and offered a prayer, focusing on the “dark and demonic forces” he believes exist within government and corporate America. Brand prayed for unity in the U.S. as the 2024 presidential election approaches, asking for grace and forgiveness across the nation.
This event marked the beginning of Carlson’s live national tour, which will feature a range of guests. During the conversation, the two touched on Brand’s recent Christian faith and how it has shaped his perspective on life. As the discussion concluded, Carlson asked Brand to lead them in prayer. Brand willingly knelt and prayed in the name of Jesus Christ, calling for divine guidance in both individual and societal matters, particularly regarding the challenges faced by the state and corporate sectors.
Brand expressed gratitude for God’s grace, the gift of consciousness, and the beauty of nature. He thanked God for the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, through which believers receive forgiveness and eternal life, acknowledging that redemption comes not from personal merit but through Christ’s act of sacrifice. The audience responded with applause after Brand’s prayer, and Carlson joined him in saying “Amen.”
Brand later posted about the experience on social media, reflecting on how his life has changed, thanking Jesus. His conversion to Christianity came after years of exploring spiritual matters and reading influential Christian authors like C.S. Lewis. Brand was baptized earlier this year in the River Thames, with the help of adventurer Bear Grylls. His spiritual transformation followed allegations of sexual misconduct, which Brand has strongly denied, asserting that his past relationships were consensual. In a previous interview, Brand shared that his search for God stemmed from realizing the emptiness of fame and wealth, and he now sees his faith as essential for coping with life’s challenges.