Helen Mirren's Brand crush

09-10-2008 12:01

Dame Helen Mirren has a crush on Russell Brand.The 63-year-old actress was flattered by Russell's recent flirtatious praise for her and has returned the compliment.She said: "I heard he fancies me. I fancy Russell too. "I mean, who can resist a man who looks so good in tight trousers. He's absolutely lovely."Russell vowed to seduce Helen, who is 30 years his senior, when they star together in a movie version of Shakespeare's 'The Tempest'.He said: "I'm going to try and get off with her. It's the big time, if I can get Mirren. I am going to seduce that queen."However, he may have competition for the actress' affections.