He is a reformed sex and drug addict – they are devout Christians.

But a miracle has happened! Katy Perry’s parents have given Russell Brand their blessing.

Keith and Mary Hudson have spoken out for the first time about their future son-inlaw, insisting: “He’s won us over. He’s part of the family.”

The God-fearing couple both gave individual speeches praising randy Russ during a dinner to celebrate their daughter’s engagement at Los Angeles restaurant Il Cielo – a favourite haunt of Brad and Angelina – on Tuesday.The only sore point was when daddy Perry made a nearthe-knuckle joke which left his wife red-faced. Our spy reveals: “It was a lovely evening, for close friends and family.

“It was thrown mainly for Russell’s benefit – a chance for him to meet Katy’s relatives and friends, including her old school chums.

“He was incredibly nervous.”

The group tucked into smoked salmon bruschetta followed by mushroom ravioli and Caesar salad, before the toasts started.

Our spy adds: “Katy’s brother David gave a speech first, joking that he was almost as much in love with Russ as his sister.

“He mentioned the possibility of a baby Brand-Perry this time next year. Russ gave him a thumbs-up and grinned, while Katy was jokingly saying, ‘No, no!’ “Next up it was dad Keith. He started by mentioning the bad taste gag Russ made at the VMAs about one of Katy’s daring outfits. Everyone was stunned he was so cool about it and clapped. Except for Mary, who turned bright red and ran out of the room to recover.

“Keith said: ‘The first time I ever came across Russell it was at the VMAs when he talked about my daughter’s hole. I didn’t quite understand. But after that, I got to meet him and realised he was pretty OK.

“‘He loves my daughter and I cannot wait to welcome him into the family – he already feels like he is one of us. He is a wonderful guy and I think he makes Katy very happy. Russell has our blessing.’” Our insider continues: “Mary’s toast was more effusive about God than Russell. Then Russell got up. Looking at Katy, he said: ‘I am so in love with you, Katy, and cannot wait to spend the rest of my life with you.’” Bless!

The couple are expected to tie the knot this year.

Source: Mirror UK