Zachery Ty Bryan, best remembered as Brad Taylor from the hit ’90s sitcom Home Improvement, finds himself back in the headlines for troubling reasons. On January 1, 2025, Bryan was arrested in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, facing charges of second-degree domestic violence. Currently, the 43-year-old actor is being held at the J. Reuben Long Detention Center with a $10,000 bond.
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As of now, the exact details of the incident leading to Bryan’s arrest have not been disclosed. Media outlets across the U.S. have reached out to the Horry County Sheriff’s Office and the detention center for more information, but no further statements have been released.
Reports from WMBF, a South Carolina-based news outlet, confirm that as of January 3, 2025, Bryan remains in custody. This arrest is part of a concerning pattern, as it marks Bryan’s third arrest in just 18 months. In 2023, he was arrested in Eugene, Oregon, for allegedly assaulting an unnamed woman during a physical dispute. That incident resulted in Bryan spending seven days in jail. Additionally, he was arrested for a DUI during the same period.
A Troubled History
Bryan’s legal issues have been making waves, contrasting with the image of the carefree, sporty Brad Taylor he once portrayed. Home Improvement fans fondly remember Bryan for his eight-season run as Tim Allen’s on-screen son. However, his life post-stardom has been filled with ups and downs, including brushes with the law.
In 2020, Bryan made headlines for domestic violence-related charges in Oregon, shortly after his split from Carly Matros, his high school sweetheart and wife of 13 years. The couple, who married in 2007, share four children. After their separation, Bryan began dating Johnnie Faye Cartwright, with whom he now shares three additional children, including twins.
Despite personal turmoil, Bryan has continued to pursue work in entertainment, appearing in films such as Hammer of the Gods (2009), Magic Island (1995), and First Kid (1996). However, it’s his investments in Bitcoin that have reportedly contributed significantly to his net worth. Bryan, who befriended crypto pioneer Brock Pierce during his acting career, revealed that his early Bitcoin investments brought in millions, helping to build his estimated net worth of $5 million.
Reflecting on Bryan’s Career and Personal Life
Born on October 9, 1981, in Aurora, Colorado, Zachery Ty Bryan began his career in front of the camera through print and TV ads in Denver. His big break came when he landed the role on Home Improvement. Over the years, Bryan has tried to balance family life, acting, and financial ventures. But as recent events reveal, the actor continues to face significant personal struggles.
Bryan’s situation underscores how challenging life after child stardom can be. While many fans remember him as the lovable Brad Taylor, his recent legal troubles serve as a reminder that fame doesn’t shield individuals from real-life issues.
As this story develops, more details about the circumstances of his arrest are likely to emerge. Until then, Bryan’s latest brush with the law adds another chapter to a life that’s been anything but ordinary.
