On and off since 2007, married in 2017: The long relationship behind wife Laura Gallacher who stood by Russell Brand

Russell Brand and Laura Gallacher have shared a complicated relationship that stretches back nearly two decades. They first met in 2007. They went their separate ways. Then they found each other again in 2015. Two years after that they married. The private ceremony took place near their home in Henley on Thames. As Brand faces a lengthy prison sentence following his conviction for sexual offences, attention has turned to Laura and the family they built together. She has remained by his side while many others have distanced themselves from the comedian. The information is taken from Malay Mail and Hello! Magazine.

How did Russell Brand and Laura Gallacher meet

Laura, formerly known as Laura Gallacher, is the daughter of golfer Bernard Gallacher and the sister of sports presenter Kirsty Gallacher. Kirsty introduced the couple in 2007, when Russell was 30 and Laura was 19.


Their relationship did not last at the time. Brand later married singer Katy Perry, but the marriage ended in divorce in 2012.

Laura and Russell reconnected in 2015 after she went through a breakup. Speaking to Grazia, Laura recalled how a friend encouraged her to go for a walk, where she unexpectedly met Brand again. The relationship soon became serious. Laura told You Magazine: "I remember him saying, 'I think I want a quiet life and a family,' and it was exactly what I wanted. So, then it was about seeing if we could build a foundation to make that happen."

Brand also spoke about their connection in an interview with Stylist. "We met when she was 19 and I was 30. She fully loves me for what I am. She's not interested in the famous person at all."

When did Russell Brand and Laura Gallacher get married?

Brand proposed in July 2016, and the couple married in August 2017. Their wedding was held near their home in Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, with an Indian-themed reception. According to The Sun, guests were taken to the ceremony on a steamboat. Among those attending were Oasis singer Noel Gallagher, actor Jason Segel, comedian David Baddiel and television presenter Jonathan Ross.

Brand later confirmed the marriage on his Radio X podcast, saying: "I'm living a married life now…I'm domestic."

Who are Russell Brand and Laura Gallacher’s children?

The couple have three children. Their daughter Mabel was born in November 2016, followed by Peggy in July 2018. Their youngest child, a son, was born in 2023. Brand spoke about his son during an interview with conservative commentator Tucker Carlson. He said the child was undergoing heart surgery when the investigation into him was published.

"I mention my son because throughout it I was able to maintain what is really important in life."

Laura has stood by Brand through the legal case

Brand was convicted on November 5 of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault involving four women. On Monday, he was sentenced to 10 years and six months in prison. Judge Joel Bennathan said the offences committed between 2004 and 2009 were driven by Brand's "staggering arrogance." The comedian has denied the allegations. The case follows a joint investigation by The Sunday Times, The Times and Channel 4 Dispatches in September 2023.

Laura and Brand's relationship has now entered another difficult chapter, with the couple's long history and family life drawing renewed attention.