Major Controversies Surrounding Zachery Ty Bryan: A Detailed Timeline

A closer look at the most debated and controversial moments involving Zachery Ty Bryan.

Zachery Ty Bryan is an American actor and film producer primarily recognized for his role as Brad Taylor on the sitcom Home Improvement. He has also appeared in films such as First Kid and The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift. Bryan's career is primarily centered around acting in television and film productions.

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October 2020: Arrest in Oregon

In October 2020, Zachery Ty Bryan was arrested in Lane County, Oregon, on charges including felony strangulation and misdemeanor assault, 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 charges. He was sentenced to three years of bench probation and ordered to partake in a batterer intervention program.

2021: Prior DUI Charge

In 2021, Zachery Ty Bryan stated in dashcam video footage that the DUI charge that resulted in his license getting suspended was issued.

June 2023: Allegations 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 accumulating close to $50,000.

July 28, 2023: Arrest for Domestic Assault in Oregon

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, seven days in jail, and required to abide by conditions typical of domestic violence cases.

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.

March 27, 2024: Additional Felony Charge for DUI

On March 27, 2024, it was revealed that Zachery Ty Bryan had received an additional felony charge related to driving under the influence after having three or more DUI convictions in the last 10 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, his second DUI offense in 2024, and also for driving without a valid license.

October 29, 2024: Release of Dashcam Footage

On October 29, 2024, additional dashcam footage obtained by Fox News was released that confirmed that Zachery Ty Bryan was arrested after refusing to take a sobriety test, and that he also admitted to driving after a night of drinking during his arrest.

January 2, 2025: Arrest in Myrtle Beach for Domestic Violence

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

January 3, 2025: Release from Detention Center

On January 3, 2025, Zachery Ty Bryan was released from the J. Reuben Long Detention Center following his arrest for second-degree domestic violence in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.