UPDATE: Former star of the hit sitcom Home Improvement, Zachery Ty Bryan, has been arrested for the sixth time in five years, amid allegations of a probation violation. This latest incident occurred in Eugene, Oregon, where Bryan and his girlfriend, Johnnie Faye Cartwright, were taken into custody. Bryan faces charges for violating parole, while Cartwright has been arrested for driving under the influence, attempted first-degree assault, and three counts of reckless endangerment.
The arrest comes just days before Bryan is expected to be released from Lane County Jail on December 3, 2025. This string of legal troubles for Bryan has escalated dramatically since he was first arrested in May 2020 for DUI, after which he was sentenced to five years of probation. His previous encounters with law enforcement include multiple charges of domestic violence against Cartwright, the most recent of which occurred in January 2025.
Officials report that Bryan’s ongoing issues with alcohol have significantly impacted his life. Since 2009, he has openly discussed his struggles, but the past five years have seen a troubling pattern of arrests, particularly involving domestic incidents with Cartwright. In a notable incident from October 2020, Bryan was charged with felony strangulation and misdemeanor assault after a heated argument resulted in him allegedly choking Cartwright. He pleaded guilty to fourth-degree assault in February 2021 and received a 36-month probation sentence.
This ongoing cycle of legal challenges raises important questions about Bryan’s future. With Cartwright’s charges being processed separately, the situation remains fluid. Although Bryan is set for release soon, the implications of his latest arrest are significant, and his legal battles appear far from over.
As the situation develops, further updates are expected. This latest incident shines a spotlight not only on Bryan’s personal struggles but also raises concerns about the impacts of domestic violence and substance abuse.
Stay tuned for more urgent updates on this developing story.
