The controversial, unexpurgated, and hilarious life story of the nation's hottest comedian -- in his own words.

Live at the O2.

As with the clinical finality of death, all things must end; just as surely, all that exists must have a beginning. When then did I become famous? Was there a moment that could be recognised and pin pointed? Yes for me notoriety was neither incremental nor intangible!

As with the clinical finality of death, all things must end; just as surely, all that exists must have a beginning. When then did I become famous? Was there a moment that could be recognised and pin pointed? Yes for me notoriety was neither incremental nor intangible!

Britain's hottest comedian reviews the footballing year, from England's disastrous World Cup campaign to West Ham's dramatic survival in the Premiership.

My biggest problem is that I've lived an autobiography rather than a life.

This collection of Russell Brand's columns for The Guardian not only follows the drama and tumult of the domestic and international football season but also a season in the life of one of our most celebrated comic talents.