MTV bosses love shock comic Russell’s unique brand of humour
While the media may have dubbed Russell Brand "the man who shocked America", MTV bosses are apparently so pleased with the job the British funnyman did of hosting the annual awards they’re desperate to have him reprise the role in 2009.
"The executive producer came up to me straight after the show and asked me to sign up to do next year’s awards too," reveals the bouffant-haired comic. "The viewing figures went up 20 per cent on last year’s show which is unbelievable. I’m really flattered."
Russell sent American TV critics and online bloggers into a spin with his comments on President Bush, references to Britney Spears as a "female Christ" and jokey comments about hugely popular musical siblings The Jonas Brothers. His reception in some quarters hasn’t dented the 33-year-old’s confidence, though.
"Most people thought it was great and I’m pleased with how it went," he says. "My phone hasn’t stopped ringing."
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