(Cover) - EN Showbiz - Russell Brand interrupted a driving lesson to donate money to a homeless man.

The British comedian is currently living in Los Angeles with his pop star wife Katy Perry, who he married in India last month.

Russell doesnt yet have a driving license and has been working hard to learn the skill recently, although his desire to fulfil good deeds has been interrupting his progress.

"A homeless man was begging for money by a stop light and as soon as Russell saw the man, he reached for his wallet and gave the man a $20 bill," an eyewitness told People.

"Russell seemed very pleased that he was able to help the man and he even jokingly told the man to wait in the same spot the next day."

Until now, Katy has been the one driving Russell around the city, so he wants to be able to repay the favour. Apparently, the star is keen to learn the art of driving, and thinks it will be a great way for him to gain independence.

"While Russell in the past has been chauffeured around Los Angeles by Katy, he now wants to be an independent husband by getting his driver's license," a source explained.

Russell's goal is to be able to drive around town by himself very soon. He has been taking daily driving lessons and is very focused on getting his license as quickly as possible. He seems very excited about driving." (C) Cover Media