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Barred from America: Famous Faces Banned From The Land Of The Free

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15. Russell Brand

18. Russell Brand
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Known for his sharp wit and comedic timing, Russell Brand found himself on the wrong side of American immigration in 2011. The British comedian and actor was reportedly refused U.S. entry due to previous arrests, forcing him to cancel multiple scheduled performances. As The Telegraph reported, not even laughter can override a checkered legal past at the border.

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