Fan favorites like Steve Carell and Kristen Wiig reprised their lead roles, but Russell Brand was notably absent, even though the character he once voiced was still featured in the film. COMEDIAN Russell Brand has been quietly phased out of the Despicable Me film franchise in the wake of sex abuse allegations. Brand, voice of scientist Dr Nefario, was.
Russell Brand Despicable Me 4
Following sexual abuse allegations about Russell Brand that emerged in September, the actor has been axed from animated film Despicable Me 4.