Challenges Faced by Zachery Ty Bryan: Obstacles and Turning Points

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: February 24, 2026

A closer look at the defining struggles that shaped Zachery Ty Bryan's life and career.

Zachery Ty Bryan is an American actor and film producer, most famous for his role as Brad Taylor on the television sitcom *Home Improvement*. He also had roles in movies such as *First Kid* and *The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift*. Bryan's career is primarily recognized for his work in television during the 1990s and early 2000s.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

September 2020: Divorce from Carly Matros

In September 2020, Zachery Ty Bryan and Carly Matros divorced after 13 years of marriage.

October 2020: Arrest on Multiple Charges

In October 2020, Zachery Ty Bryan was arrested in Lane County, Oregon, on several charges including felony strangulation and misdemeanor charges of fourth-degree assault and interfering with making a police report, following an argument with his girlfriend.

February 2021: Guilty Plea and Sentencing

In February 2021, Zachery Ty Bryan pleaded guilty to menacing and fourth degree assault, while six other charges were dismissed. He was sentenced to three years of bench probation, ordered to partake in a batterer intervention program, and to have no contact with the victim.

2021: Mention of 2021 DUI charge leading to license suspension

In dashcam footage from his October 24, 2024 arrest, Zachery Ty Bryan mentioned that the DUI charge that resulted in his license getting suspended was issued in 2021.

June 2023: Accusations of Fraudulent Startup Scheme

In June 2023, The Hollywood Reporter revealed that Zachery Ty Bryan was accused of running a fraudulent agriculture-technology startup scheme, allegedly earning close to $50,000 from fake contracts.

July 28, 2023: Arrest for Domestic Assault

On July 28, 2023, Zachery Ty Bryan was arrested for domestic assault again in Eugene, Oregon, and was charged with fourth-degree robbery and harassment.

October 25, 2023: Guilty Plea to Felony Assault

On October 25, 2023, Zachery Ty Bryan pleaded guilty to Felony Assault in the Fourth Degree Constituting Domestic Violence, and was sentenced to 36 months of supervised probation and seven days in jail. Other charges were dismissed as part of the plea deal.

2023: Original Probation Sentence

In 2023, Zachery Ty Bryan received a 36-month probation sentence, which was later violated leading to further legal consequences.

2023: Court Order to Pay Investor

In 2023, the Superior Court of Los Angeles ordered Zachery Ty Bryan and his production company, Lost Lane, to pay $108,940.57 to an investor after finding him guilty of scamming money for a film featuring Thomas Jane, Patrick Schwarzenegger, and Alex Pettyfer.

February 17, 2024: Arrest for Alleged DUI

On the morning of February 17, 2024, Zachery Ty Bryan was arrested for alleged DUI after a traffic collision in La Quinta, California. He was charged with misdemeanor contempt of court and a felony for operating a vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol, marking his fourth DUI charge.

March 27, 2024: Additional Felony Charge for DUI

On March 27, 2024, Zachery Ty Bryan received an additional felony charge related to driving under the influence after having three or more DUI convictions in the last ten years.

October 24, 2024: Arrest for DUI in Oklahoma

On October 24, 2024, Zachery Ty Bryan was arrested in Custer County, Oklahoma for driving under the influence, marking his second DUI offense in 2024, and also for driving without a valid license. His Oklahoma DUI charge was described as a "driving under the influence - second felony offense."

October 29, 2024: Release of Dashcam Footage of DUI Arrest

On October 29, 2024, Fox News released dashcam footage that confirmed Zachery Ty Bryan's arrest after he refused to take a sobriety test and admitted to driving after drinking. In the footage, Bryan stated that his license suspension resulted from a DUI charge issued in 2021.

January 2, 2025: Arrest for Domestic Violence

On January 2, 2025, Zachery Ty Bryan was arrested in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and charged with second-degree domestic violence. The victim was identified as Cartwright.

November 29, 2025: Arrest for Probation Violation

On November 29, 2025, Zachery Ty Bryan was arrested in Eugene, Oregon, for violating his probation. Johnnie Faye Cartwright was also arrested on separate charges.

December 3, 2025: Denial of Bail

Zachery Ty Bryan was denied bail and was due for release on December 3, 2025, after being arrested for violating his probation.

December 29, 2025: Admission to Probation Violations

On December 29, 2025, Zachery Ty Bryan admitted to three probation violations during a court appearance after his November arrest for violating his probation. A sentence hearing was set for February 17, 2026.

February 17, 2026: Sentencing for Probation Violations

On February 17, 2026, Zachery Ty Bryan was convicted and sentenced to serve sixteen out of the twenty months he was originally meant to serve prior to receiving his 36 months of probation in 2023, stemming from his probation violation in 2025.