Russell Brand admits he finds it hard not to “cherish and crave” his time as a womaniser. The ex-sex and drug addict comedian filed for divorce from singer Katy Perry after 14 months of marriage on December 30, and in an interview recorded shortly before their split he admitted he thinks fondly of his wilder days. He told Marc Maron in his podcast: “I’d do a gig and four or five women would come back. “There were times when it wasn’t all desperate and ugly. There were times when I was this representation of pure libertarianism and sexuality. It’s so hard not to cherish them and crave them. ...

Katy Perry reportedly wanted her husband Russell Brand to file divorce papers because she didn’t want to upset her religious parents. It was revealed yesterday (30.12.11), the comic actor had filed separation documents in Los Angeles citing "irreconcilable differences" and the pop star wanted Russell to take the lead because she was raised by her mother and father, Mary and Keith Hudson – who are both Evangelical Christian pastors - to believe divorce is wrong. According to TMZ.com, the couple – who married in India in October 2010 – knew their relationship was in trouble two months ago but were determined to work on it and try and stay together. ...

Russell Brand has filed for divorce from Katy Perry. The 'Arthur' star - who married the 'Firework' singer in India in October 2010 - lodged papers in Los Angeles citing "irreconcilable differences" but has vowed that the pair will remain friends. According to gossip website TMZ, Russell said: "Sadly, Katy and I are ending our marriage. I'll always adore her and I know we'll remain friends." Russell, 36, and Katy had fuelled speculation all was not well with their union after spending Christmas 7,000 miles apart with Katy in Hawaii, while her husband was in Cornwall, South West England. ...

Russell Brand has stepped out without his wedding ring. The actor-and-comedian spent Christmas 7,000 miles apart from wife Katy Perry - who he married in India in October 2010 - after the couple reportedly had a "massive fight", and was spotted shopping in London earlier today (29.12.11) with his diamond band noticeably absent. According to Mail Online, the 36-year-old star happily chatted to fans and even posed for a photograph with one female admirer during the solo shopping trip, sparking further speculation of marriage trouble between Russell and Katy. ...

Katy Perry and Russell Brand reportedly spent Christmas apart because they had a "massive fight". The couple – who tied the knot in India in October 2010 – spent Christmas 7,000 miles apart, and the 'Last Friday Night' hitmaker is said to have changed her mind about flying her family to the actor's hometown of London for the holidays and instead opted to fly to Hawaii with friends. An insider told Us Weekly: "They had a massive fight. She was like, 'F**k you. I'm going to do my own thing.' Russell replied, 'Fine, f**k you too.' " ...

Russell Brand wants to start a family with Katy Perry. The comic star's paternal instincts were kick-started after he was asked to be godfather to his friend's one-year-old twins, and the boys have taught him about the joy of nurturing and care. When asked by TV host Ellen DeGeneres if he and his pop star wife are planning a family, Russell replied: "I would like one. I love those little babies in the beginning. They’re so lovely in that bit. Me and Katy are godparents to two twin boys. They’re called Sam and Donovan. ...