Brandon Alexander Fried also known in the media space as Brandon Fried is an American Profesional Drummer, a renowned media face, singer, musician, and internet personality from California in the United States.
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Brandon Alexander Fried debuted with his band album, “I Love You” with “The Neighbourhood” and has been with the band since 2014 both as a drummer and a vocalist.
Why did Brandon Alexander Fried get fired?
Bradon Fried has been in all news headlines following an alleged sexual assault case against him by singer, Maria Zardoya from the ‘Maria Band’. Maria Zardoya revealed this to the public on her Instagram story. According to her, Bradon Fried sexually harassed her in a bar.
Maria in her statements stated:
I was at a bar last night, and I was groped under the table by Brandon fried, the drummer of the neighborhood. it was one of the most uncomfortable things i’ve ever experienced. i felt an invasion of my space, privacy, and body.
She added:
@thenbhd ya’ll need a new drummer, this guy is a complete creep.
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His actions towards Maria Zardoya have affected his career as the Neighbourhood band has fired him and cut ties with him. In response to Maria’s allegations, the band posted:
We are grateful to Maria for coming forward. We have zero tolerance for any kind of inappropriate behavior towards women. As a result of Brandon’s actions, he will no longer be a member of The Neighbourhood.
We are grateful to Maria for coming forward. We have zero tolerance for any kind of inappropriate behavior towards women. As a result of Brandon’s actions, he will no longer be a member of The Neighbourhood.
— The Neighbourhood (@thenbhd) November 13, 2022
Bradon Fried has accepted his mistakes and apologized to the victim, Maria Zardoya. Social media users criticized his actions and lambasted him for what he did. Brandon Fried blamed his actions on the usage of alcohol due to the challenges he is facing. To him, it happened under the influence of alcohol, and, he is sorry to Maria Zardoya for invading her personal space.
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