Come on! JUST DO IT. I so want Helen Mirren and Russell Brand to be a couple. I’ve been waiting for it ever since I realized that Brand and Mirren were working together on the remake of Arthur (she‘s playing his nanny in what was the John Gielgud role). They just seem like two strange and wonderful people that belong together. The only sadness that would come from their union would be the end of Helen’s marriage to Taylor Hackford, whom she has been with for decades. But would any of us really weep if Russell left Katy Perry for Dame Helen? They just look genuinely happy with each other! And surprisingly sexy together, right?

I should also say this – Russell flew from London to New York City to be Helen’s date. These are photos of the premiere of The Tempest, which Russell and Helen both have roles in (the film was directed by Julie Taymor). So, both Helen and Russell probably were required to be at the premiere of their film – but did they have to show up together and pose lovingly together? Of course not. Djimon Hounsou (who is in the film) didn’t come to the premiere. Helen and Russell showed up for each other – the first stage in what will make them an epic power couple.

Helen and Russell on October 2, 2010. Credit: Fame & WENN.