Fans Call for Jared Leto to Be Held Accountable for Alleged Cult-Like Behavior, Similar to Russell Brand

Jared Leto, the actor and frontman of the band Thirty Seconds to Mars, is facing scrutiny and backlash over allegations of running a cult with his fans.

This comes in the wake of similar accusations against British actor Russell Brand, whose online presence recently crumbled due to new s**ual assault allegations.

Brand, who gained fame as a comedian and actor before reinventing himself as an enlightenment guru and political commentator on YouTube, has amassed a large following over the years.

However, critics argue that he has used his online platform to create a cult-like following that enables him to hide his alleged misconduct.

Rosie Holt, a British satirist, tweeted, “I guess the lesson is kids, if s**ual misconduct rumors have been swimming about you for ages, set up a cult on YouTube to support you when the allegations become public.”

Support for Brand has come from unexpected sources, including entrepreneur Elon Musk and Andrew Tate, a self-proclaimed misogynist who has faced his own legal troubles.

The controversy surrounding Brand has also dragged Leto into the spotlight, as he has faced similar allegations in the past.

Leto and his band have been accused of running a cult of fans, sparking calls for him to be held accountable.

Critics and experts are accusing Brand of “grooming” a cult-like following online to cover up his alleged s**ual misconduct.

American writer Rebecah Boynton tweeted that Brand had been aware that this day would come since October 2017 and had strategically cultivated a mentally-malleable cult following that distrusts women and the media.

Mark Borkowski, a PR professional, acknowledged the serious nature of the claims against Brand but noted that he still has a significant audience that remains engaged with his content.

Borkowski added that Brand's ability to captivate his audience is what sets him apart.

Meanwhile, Leto's past misconduct allegations have resurfaced, further fueling the backlash against him.

In 2022, reports surfaced of Leto aggressively pursuing underage models during his time in New York with Thirty Seconds to Mars.

These allegations have led some fans to question the timing of Leto's recent discussion of his sobriety journey, suggesting it may be an attempt to deflect from the s**ual allegation accusations.

Additionally, an article published by L'Officiel in January 2023 titled “The Cult of Jared Leto” explored the actor's involvement in fan retreats and music festivals, which some have labeled as cult-like behavior.

While there have been no reports of harassment at these events, concerns have been raised about potential predatory behavior.

Fans worry that Leto may be using these gatherings as “hunting grounds” for underage individuals, based on allegations from several women who claim he pursued them despite knowing their age.

The controversy surrounding both Brand and Leto highlights the power of online platforms and the influence that celebrities can wield over their followers.

As calls for accountability grow louder, it remains to be seen how these allegations will impact their careers and public perception.