US Actor Facing DUI Charge

Former “Home Improvement” star Zachery Ty Bryan faces his second DUI charge in a year, raising concerns about his ongoing legal troubles.

At a Glance

Zachery Ty Bryan was arrested for a felony DUI charge in Oklahoma on October 25.
Bryan was found asleep in his car and reportedly admitted to being intoxicated.
The actor has a history of DUI charges and domestic violence arrests.
He was released on $50,000 bail with a court hearing scheduled.
Tim Allen, Bryan’s TV dad, expressed concern over his former co-star’s behavior.

Another DUI Charge for Former Child Star

Zachery Ty Bryan, best known for his role as Brad Taylor on the popular 90s sitcom “Home Improvement,” has once again found himself in legal trouble. The former actor was arrested on October 25 in Oklahoma for his second felony DUI charge of the year. This latest incident adds to a growing list of legal issues for the 43-year-old, raising questions about his personal struggles and the challenges faced by former child stars.

According to reports, Bryan was found asleep in his car and later allegedly admitted to police that he was intoxicated. He reportedly failed sobriety tests and refused a breathalyzer test, leading to charges of driving under the influence and failing to produce a valid driver’s license. This arrest comes on the heels of a previous DUI charge in March, which was also a felony due to Bryan having three or more prior DUIs within the last decade.

'Home Improvement' actor Zachery Ty Bryan was arrested on his second DUI charge of 2024 in Oklahoma. https://t.co/USVxhPg065

— Entertainment Weekly (@EW) October 27, 2024

A Pattern of Legal Troubles

Bryan’s recent arrest is part of a troubling pattern of legal issues that have plagued the former actor in recent years. In February 2024, he was reportedly involved in a DUI-related crash causing property damage and failed to provide his information afterward. Additionally, Bryan has faced charges related to domestic violence in both 2020 and 2023.

In October 2020, Bryan was involved in a domestic violence incident that led to charges of fourth-degree assault and strangulation. He later pleaded guilty to misdemeanor charges, receiving three years of probation. The conditions of his probation included no contact with the victim, treatment for alcohol and substance abuse, and abstaining from alcohol or drugs.

From Child Star to Troubled Adult

Bryan’s journey from beloved child star to troubled adult is a narrative all too familiar in Hollywood. After leaving acting in 2009, Bryan briefly worked as an executive producer for the 2018 film “The Kindergarten Teacher.” However, his post-acting life has been marred by legal issues and personal struggles.

“I don’t know what’s going on with him,” Tim Allen, Bryan’s TV dad on “Home Improvement,” commented on his former co-star’s legal troubles last year. “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.”

As Bryan faces his latest DUI charge, many are left wondering what the future holds for the former child star and whether he will be able to overcome his current challenges.