Russell Brand is dating Hugh Hefner's ex-girlfriend. The British comic star has been spotted making late-night visits to the Hollywood home of Playboy Playmate Holly Madison, who split from the Playboy founder last year.

Holly, 29, and Russell, 33, met at a party thrown by rapper Jay-Z in Las Vegas two weeks ago.

A source said: "Britney loves pole dancing, it is her new favorite work out. She gets the toning she needs without having to hit the gym and wants to do it in the privacy of her own hotel room."