Home Improvement actor Zachery Ty Bryan has been arrested again for suspected domestic violence, just three months following his previous arrest.
Zachery Ty Bryan is facing legal issues once more. The 43-year-old actor, widely recognized for his role on Home Improvement alongside Tim Allen and Patricia Richardson, was taken into custody by Myrtle Beach police in South Carolina on Wednesday, January 1, shortly before 7 p.m. local time, on charges of second-degree domestic violence.
According to a police report, on January 6, the arresting officer noted that the woman involved claimed she was assaulted by Bryan, and that they "live together and have children in common." The woman reported to the officer that Bryan "choked her and punched her in the face multiple times," and mentioned that there were "others" present in the home during the incident. The officer observed "apparent injuries" on her face, including bruising and swelling, and identified Bryan as the "primary aggressor."
Bryan explained to the officer that the couple had an argument regarding her drinking, and when he "tried to take the bottle from her," she "refused" and "flailed back and forth." He was booked into Horry County jail on January 2 with a bail set at $10,000 and was released the next day. This marks the third time Bryan has been arrested on domestic violence charges. Over the past year, he has also faced two DUI arrests, the latest occurring in Oklahoma in October. His legal troubles began in 2020 when he was arrested for allegedly strangling his girlfriend at an Oregon residence. He pleaded guilty to two misdemeanor domestic violence charges and received a sentence of 36 months of probation.
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Bryan became engaged to Johnny Faye Cartwright, the woman he was accused of strangling, in November 2021. They have three children together: daughter Kennedy and twins Parker and Sequoia. In 2023, he faced legal issues again, being arrested and charged with fourth-degree felony assault, third-degree robbery, and misdemeanor harassment.
He pleaded guilty to "felony assault in the fourth degree constituting domestic violence," according to Lane County's chief deputy district attorney, and received a seven-day jail sentence. After the arrest, Cartwright expressed her desire for the best for the father of her children. She stated, “Trauma can bring struggles in many shapes and forms. It’s a horrible situation that’s going to be spun in so many ways.
I’ve learned firsthand the truth will never align with what’s been put out there. I ask everyone to please be respectful of our privacy for the sake of the children and our families so the healing process can begin.” In light of Bryan's legal challenges, his former co-star and TV dad, Tim Allen, shared with The Hollywood Reporter that he was unaware of the situation. “At a certain point, he deviated from the guy I know to somebody who is reacting to situations that I had nothing to do with and can’t control,” Allen, now 71, remarked. “I don’t know what happens when people get corrupted. You just don’t know.” “Zach is a great kid who has grown into a complex man. All you can do is step aside and let somebody go through their process."
Zachery Ty Bryan's recent arrest for domestic violence adds to his ongoing legal troubles, following multiple incidents in recent years. His actions have led to strained relationships, legal consequences, and public scrutiny. As his legal battles continue, Bryan faces significant personal and professional challenges moving forward.
