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Hindustan Times
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Chris Brown belts out tunes in jail and leaves heartfelt note for an inmate: ‘Thank you my brother…'
R&B star Chris Brown surprised fellow inmates by singing for them during his time in custody at HMP Forest Bank in Salford, Greater Manchester. The 36-year-old artist, who was held after being denied bail on a GBH charge, also penned a thank-you note to one inmate who looked out for him. Despite concerns that he might be targeted behind bars, fellow prisoners reportedly ensured his safety throughout his stay. Also Read: Kanye West ignites concern with recent strange post; 'Forgive me for the pain…' A source revealed to The US Sun, 'Sometimes people will be targeted if other inmates know they have money, but they looked after him instead.' The source continued, 'They know he's famous and also American so not really aware of how prisons work over here. He had no treats so all he could do was order the basic food you're offered.' They also added, 'When it was lock up at night-time, some of them were shouting, 'Sing us a song Chris!'.' In addition, the singer left an emotional note for his inmate, called Dave, ahead of his release on £5 million bail on Wednesday. The note read, 'To Dave, Thank you my brother, I appreciate everything you've done for me while I've been banged up. Keep being a good person. God sees all and he sees your heart.' It concluded with, 'You'll be home soon my bro. Cheers!!' Also Read: Peaky Blinders charity auction raises $25,700; Tommy Shelby suit fetches record price Brown was taken into custody at 2 a.m. last Thursday at the Lowry Hotel in Manchester and was subsequently jailed the next day after a magistrate refused his request for bail. The singer is facing trial on a charge of grievous bodily harm (GBH) related to an alleged incident in February 2023, in which music producer Abe Diaw was reportedly attacked with a bottle at London nightclub Tape. U.S. national Omololu Akinlolu, 38, has also been charged in connection with the incident. Despite the charges, Brown has been granted permission to perform at ten scheduled UK tour dates in June and July as part of his bail conditions. He and Akinlolu are expected to enter formal pleas at Southwark Crown Court on June 20.
Daily Mirror
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Chris Brown gives fellow inmate handwritten note before singing amid jail stint
US singer Chris Brown has been released on £5 million bail after spending time at HMP Forest Bank in Salford, where he was held on a GBH charge Chris Brown reportedly made the most of his brief time in a UK prison by singing for fellow inmates and expressing heartfelt thanks to one who looked out for him. The 36-year-old American R&B star found himself behind bars at HMP Forest Bank in Salford, Greater Manchester, after being denied bail in connection with a grievous bodily harm (GBH) charge. Despite initial concerns from fans that his celebrity status and wealth might make him a target, insiders say the singer was treated well by other prisoners. 'Sometimes people will be targeted if other inmates know they have money, but they looked after him instead,' a source told T he Sun. 'They know he's famous and also American so not really aware of how prisons work over here.' With no access to extra privileges, Brown had to stick to the standard offerings available to all inmates. 'He had no treats so all he could do was order the basic food you're offered.' During evening lockdown, some prisoners reportedly called on him to perform. 'When it was lock up at night-time, some of them were shouting, 'Sing us a song Chris!'' the source said. The singer responded by belting out tunes in his cell, bringing a touch of star power to the prison's halls. Before his release on £5 million bail this past Wednesday, Brown left a personal note for an inmate named Dave who had shown him kindness during his time inside. The handwritten message read: 'To Dave, Thank you my brother, I appreciate everything you've done for me while I've been banged up. Keep being a good person. God sees all and he sees your heart. You'll be home soon my bro. Cheers!!' Brown was arrested at around 2am last Thursday at Manchester's Lowry Hotel. A magistrate ordered him into custody the next day after rejecting his initial bail application. He now awaits trial on allegations he assaulted music producer Abe Diaw with a bottle at London nightclub Tape in February 2023. Another man, 38-year-old Omololu Akinlolu, has also been charged with GBH in relation to the incident. Despite the serious legal trouble, Brown has been granted permission to continue with his planned tour of the UK, which includes ten shows across June and July. He and Akinlolu are scheduled to formally enter pleas at Southwark Crown Court on June 20. Meanwhile, defiant fans have been rallying behind the star. Crowds were spotted outside the Lowry Hotel hoping for a glimpse of the singer as news of his release spread.
Scottish Sun
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Chris Brown's thank-you note to fellow inmate revealed after star feared he's be targeted by lags in UK jail
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) CHRIS Brown sang in prison for his fellow inmates and wrote a thank-you note to one for looking after him. Fans of the US R&B star, 36, feared he would be targeted by prisoners after being refused bail on a GBH charge. 3 Chris Brown sang in prison for his fellow inmates and wrote a thank-you note to one for looking after him Credit: Getty 3 Brown also wrote and signed a note to an inmate called Dave before he was released on £5million bail on Wednesday 3 Lags ensured he came to no harm at privately run HMP Forest Bank in Salford, Gtr Manchester Credit: Zenpix But lags ensured he came to no harm at privately run HMP Forest Bank in Salford, Gtr Manchester. A source told The Sun: 'Sometimes people will be targeted if other inmates know they have money, but they looked after him instead. 'They know he's famous and also American so not really aware of how prisons work over here. 'He had no treats so all he could do was order the basic food you're offered. When it was lock up at night-time, some of them were shouting, 'Sing us a song Chris!'.' Read More on Showbiz ARG FURY Watch Arg shamelessly dance & sing on stage on return to Spain after ex attack Brown also wrote and signed a note to an inmate called Dave before he was released on £5million bail on Wednesday. It read: 'To Dave, Thank you my brother, I appreciate everything you've done for me while I've been banged up. Keep being a good person. God sees all and he sees your heart. You'll be home soon my bro. Cheers!!' Brown was arrested at 2am last Thursday at Manchester's Lowry Hotel. He was sent to jail the following day after a magistrate rejected his bail request. The singer faces trial after being charged with committing grievous bodily harm to music producer Abe Diaw in February 2023. He is alleged to have attacked Mr Diaw in London nightclub Tape with a bottle. Singer Chris Brown charged with grievous bodily harm after being arrested at 5-star UK hotel US national Omololu Akinlolu, 38, is also charged with GBH. As part of his bail conditions, Brown can play ten UK dates in June and July as planned. Yesterday, fans were camped outside the Lowry hoping to catch a glimpse of him. Brown and Akinlolu are due to formally enter pleas at London's Southwark crown court on June 20.
The Irish Sun
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Chris Brown's thank-you note to fellow inmate revealed after star feared he's be targeted by lags in UK jail
CHRIS Brown sang in prison for his fellow inmates and wrote a thank-you note to one for looking after him. Fans of the Advertisement 3 Chris Brown sang in prison for his fellow inmates and wrote a thank-you note to one for looking after him Credit: Getty 3 Brown also wrote and signed a note to an inmate called Dave before he was released on £5million bail on Wednesday 3 Lags ensured he came to no harm at privately run HMP Forest Bank in Salford, Gtr Manchester Credit: Zenpix But lags ensured he came to no harm at privately run A source told The Sun: 'Sometimes people will be targeted if other inmates know they have money, but they looked after him instead. 'They know he's famous and also American so not really aware of how prisons work over here. 'He had no treats so all he could do was order the basic food you're offered. When it was lock up at night-time, some of them were shouting, 'Sing us a song Chris!'.' Advertisement Read More on Showbiz It read: 'To Dave, Thank you my brother, I appreciate everything you've done for me while I've been banged up. Keep being a good person. God sees all and he sees your heart. You'll be home soon my bro. Cheers!!' He was sent to jail the following day after a magistrate rejected his bail request. Advertisement Most read in Celebrity Exclusive The singer faces trial after being charged with committing grievous bodily harm to music producer He is alleged to have attacked Singer Chris Brown charged with grievous bodily harm after being arrested at 5-star UK hotel US national As part of his bail conditions, Advertisement Yesterday, fans were camped outside the Lowry hoping to catch a glimpse of him. Brown and Akinlolu are due to formally enter pleas at London's Southwark crown court on June 20.
The Sun
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Chris Brown's thank-you note to fellow inmate revealed after star feared he's be targeted by lags in UK jail
CHRIS Brown sang in prison for his fellow inmates and wrote a thank-you note to one for looking after him. Fans of the US R&B star, 36, feared he would be targeted by prisoners after being refused bail on a GBH charge. 3 3 3 But lags ensured he came to no harm at privately run HMP Forest Bank in Salford, Gtr Manchester. A source told The Sun: 'Sometimes people will be targeted if other inmates know they have money, but they looked after him instead. 'They know he's famous and also American so not really aware of how prisons work over here. 'He had no treats so all he could do was order the basic food you're offered. When it was lock up at night-time, some of them were shouting, 'Sing us a song Chris!'.' Brown also wrote and signed a note to an inmate called Dave before he was released on £5million bail on Wednesday. It read: 'To Dave, Thank you my brother, I appreciate everything you've done for me while I've been banged up. Keep being a good person. God sees all and he sees your heart. You'll be home soon my bro. Cheers!!' Brown was arrested at 2am last Thursday at Manchester's Lowry Hotel. He was sent to jail the following day after a magistrate rejected his bail request. The singer faces trial after being charged with committing grievous bodily harm to music producer Abe Diaw in February 2023. He is alleged to have attacked Mr Diaw in London nightclub Tape with a bottle. US national Omololu Akinlolu, 38, is also charged with GBH. As part of his bail conditions, Brown can play ten UK dates in June and July as planned. Yesterday, fans were camped outside the Lowry hoping to catch a glimpse of him. Brown and Akinlolu are due to formally enter pleas at London's Southwark crown court on June 20.
