A shutterbug’s iPhone went flying through a glass window in New Orleans, courtesy of Russell Brand but luckily for him, he won’t have to do any jail time.

Brand, 37, was officially charged with one count of misdemeanor criminal damage to property in court in Louisiana today and although he was not present, his legal eagle entered a “not guilty” plea on behalf of the Brand X star.

The British comedian and actor’s lawyer worked out a deal with the New Orleans District Attorney’s office where Brand can pay a fine of $500 and complete 20 hours of community service for his transgression.

The actor plans to work with people who have substance abuse issues and Brand can complete his community service “at any charity or agency anywhere, whether it be in California or England,” his lawyer Robert Glass said.

If he finishes the required hours by August 31st, the case will be dismissed.

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The six month California waiting period is over and now Russell Brand and Katy Perry are officially divorced.

The British actor and comedian filed for divorce in December of 2011 just 14 months after their October 2010 wedding – a lavish ceremony in India – began.

Brand, 37, walked away from the marriage without requesting any spousal support or settlement money even though the couple had no prenup and he could’ve been entitled to half of her earnings, according to California law.

He did tell Ellen DeGeneres that he would always have a place in his heart for Perry.

“I still love her as a human being,” Brand said. “But sometimes when you’re in a relationship, I suppose it doesn’t work out, does it? But that doesn’t mean I regret it or anything. I was very happy to be married with her. She’s such a beautiful human being and I just have only love and positivity for her.

“You can’t absolutely make everything the way you want it to be in life,” he continued. “Sometimes things are just different and then you have to just move with that and try and remain in contact with what is beautiful about yourself and with each other with any situation.”

Perry, who signed the divorce document with a smiley face, addressed her split in her film Katy Perry: Part of Me 3D and kept the footage of her troubles in the movie so she could show fans that everyone has problems but it’s how you choose to deal with them that is important.

“It’s not about the problem; it’s about how you solve it,” Perry said. “And if I can be an example showing people that they don’t have to lay down and die because they’ve been thrown a curveball, then that’s great. If I can help someone else out because they feel like the only loner in the world or the only person that is going through the situation and they see me and they’re inspired to keep moving forward, then I’ve done my job.”

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Movie of the Year
-The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1 - WINNER!
-Bridesmaids
-Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2
-The Help
-The Hunger Games

Best On-Screen Transformation
-Elizabeth Banks, The Hunger Games - WINNER!
-Colin Farrell, Horrible Bosses
-Johnny Depp, 21 Jump Street
-Michelle Williams, My Week With Marilyn
-Rooney Mara, The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo

Best Cast
-Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 - WINNER!
-21 Jump Street
-Bridesmaids
-The Help
-The Hunger Games

Best Hero
-Harry Potter, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 - WINNER!
-Captain America, Captain America: The First Avenger
-Jenko, 21 Jump Street
-Katniss Everdeen, Hunger Games
-Thor, Thor

Best Fight
-Jennifer Lawrence & Josh Hutcherson vs. Alexander Ludwig, The Hunger Games - WINNER!
-Channing Tatum & Jonah Hill vs. Kid Gang, 21 Jump Street
-Daniel Radcliffe vs. Ralph Fiennes, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2
-Tom Cruise vs. Michael Nyqvist, Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol
-Tom Hardy vs. Joel Edgerton, Warrior

Best Kiss
-Robert Pattinson & Kristen Stewart, The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1 - WINNER!
-Channing Tatum & Rachel McAdams, The Vow
-Jennifer Lawrence & Josh Hutcherson, The Hunger Games
-Rupert Grint & Emma Watson, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2
-Ryan Gosling & Emma Stone, Crazy, Stupid, Love

Best Female Performance
-Jennifer Lawrence, The Hunger Games - WINNER!
-Emma Stone, Crazy, Stupid, Love
-Emma Watson, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2
-Kristen Wiig, Bridesmaids
-Rooney Mara, The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo

Best Male Performance
-Josh Hutcherson, The Hunger Games - WINNER!
-Channing Tatum, The Vow
-Daniel Radcliffe, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2
-Joseph Gordon-Levitt, 50/50
-Ryan Gosling, Drive

Breakthrough Performance
-Shailene Woodley, The Descendants - WINNER!
-Elle Fanning, Super 8
-Melissa McCarthy, Bridesmaids
-Liam Hemsworth, The Hunger Games
-Rooney Mara, The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo

Best On-Screen Dirtbag
-Jennifer Aniston, Horrible Bosses - WINNER!
-Bryce Dallas Howard, The Help
-Colin Farrell, Horrible Bosses
-Jon Hamm, Bridesmaids
-Oliver Cooper, Project X

Best Music
-”The Devil Is in the Details” by The Chemical Brothers, Hanna
-”Impossible” by Figurine, Like Crazy
-”Party Rock Anthem” by LMFAO, “21 Jump Street” – WINNER!
-”Pursuit of Happiness” by Kid Cudi, Project X
-”A Real Hero” by College w/Electric Youth, Drive

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Russell Brand is sick of the paparazzi and he wanted to make sure the unsuspecting office windows of New Orleans know it.  The actor, who is in New Orleans filming a movie, got himself in a bit of trouble this week when he decided a photographer went just a little too far.

On Monday, Brand evidently snatched an iPhone from a paparazzo, who was taking his picture, and threw it through the window of a local law firm.  The photographer filed charges for criminal damages amounting to $700, and a warrant was issued for Brand’s arrest.

Ever the responsible citizen, Brand turned himself in to the New Orleans Police on Thursday.  He was booked and released shortly thereafter.  He also paid $240 to the law firm whose window he smashed.   Presumably he can afford to replace the guy’s iPhone, too, so why the charges?   Is the pap just trying to make a point because he can?

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Despite rumors that Katy Perry wanted Russell Brand to be the one to file for divorce, the singer is telling friends that she is “devastated” that their marriage is ending. 

HollywoodLife.com says Perry “still loves” Brand and is in a bit of shock.  Their sources say:

“Katy never thought in a million years that she would get divorced, she really planned to spend her life with Russell.  She is grieving her marriage and is at a point in her life where she doesn’t know what’s next.

[She] still can’t believe that it’s over.  She knew things were bad but she figured they’d work through it. Katy has been going through a bunch of emotions and she’s really leaning on her friends right now. She’s not herself.”

Other reports claim that Brand’s clean living lifestyle – he’s a recovered addict – became a problem for Perry, who “loved to party.”

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Just a few short weeks ago, Russell Brand shot down rumors that he and wife Katy Perry were breaking up.  Looks like there was something to that gossip after all, however:  he filed for divorce in Los Angeles today.

Rumors of the couple’s split began flying this week when they were spotted spending the Christmas holiday apart.  Later, Brand was seen in London without his wedding ring.

Brand issued the following statement to People:

“Sadly, Katy and I are ending our marriage.  I’ll always adore her and I know we’ll remain friends.”

Brand and Perry were married in India in October 2010.

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Appearing on The Ellen DeGeneres Show today, Russell Brand shot down allegations that he and wife Katy Perry have broken up.

DeGeneres asked the actor to address the gossip, saying,

“There is a rumor that you and Katy split up.”

Brand responded, “What?  She should have told me… I am really happily married.” Calling the “whole internet” a “wicked little liar,” he continued:

“Being famous is like a little bit of you is taken away and goes off and lives on its own and odes what it wants. I wish it would do more interesting things.  I don’t know what he’s doing — the other me.   But I am married to Katy. Perpetually, until death do us part was the pledge. I’m still alive.”

Brand and Perry married in India just a little over one year ago.

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Jennifer Garner caught up with her Arthur costar Russell Brand on Saturday night at Milk Studios for the Motion Picture and Television Fund’s (MPTF) “Reel Stories, Real Lives” event.

The Hollywood Reporter’s Next Generation Class of 2011: Top 35 under 35 was held in conjunction with readings from actors and Hollywood professionals who benefited from the MPTF over the years.

Garner, 39, whose pregnant with her third child, chose a black lace dress with tuxedo jacket and bronze heels.

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Russell Brand has accepted a leading role in Diablo Cody‘s new film Lamb Of God.  He’ll play a bartender named William, whose life closely mirror’s Brand’s own:  he’s a recovering drug addict who’s sown plenty of wild oats in his past.

Also starring in the religious comedy (something about that just doesn’t sound right, but what else would you expect from Diablo Cody?) is Julianne Hough.

Brand was named the top choice for the role back in August but his participation in the film was just confirmed this week.  Look for Lamb Of God in 2013.

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Adorable couple Katy Perry and Russell Brand attended the 2011 MTV VMAs at the Nokia Theatre LA Live in Los Angeles last night.

Perry, 26, wore a baby blue mini dress from Atelier Versace with embroidery, sequins and cherry blossom shaped crystals.

Her hair was candy-cotton pink with a flower pinning back one side and she picked pink Jimmy Choo strappy sandals for the night.

Katy took home three awards – one for her song “Fireworks” and two for her collaboration with Kanye West on “E.T.”

Brand, 36, took part in the moving tribute to Amy Winehouse. The actor recounted the first time he met the singer and how powerful her voice was to him from day one.

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