English comedian and actor Russell Brand announced he has decided to be baptised into the Christian faith in a video posted to X on Friday.

In the video, Brand expressed his fascination with the sacrament, describing it as an opportunity for spiritual renewal and leaving the past behind.

"This Sunday, I’m taking the plunge. I’m getting baptised," he said while filming himself outside.

"What’s been explained to me is, it’s an opportunity to die and be reborn. An opportunity to leave the past behind and be reborn in Christ’s name."

This comes months after Russell Brand faced a formal investigation for alleged sexual misconduct, for which he has denied any wrongdoing.