Russell Brand says he felt ‘change transitioned’ during baptism in River Thames

British comedian and actor Russell Brand has described his baptism in the River Thames as a “profound experience”.The 48-year-old previously said the baptism was an “opportunity to leave the past behind and be reborn in Christ’s name”.It comes months after Brand was accused of rape and sexual assault by several women during the height of his fame between 2006 and 2013 – which he has strongly denied.