‘Big Brother’ Star Memphis Garrett Arrested For Alleged Embezzlement Plot

As “Big Brother” host Julie Chen says … at all times count on the sudden.

On Might 16, information broke that one of many present’s stars, Memphis Garrett, who appeared on seasons 10 and 22, was arrested in Florida on prices of swindling the state of Florida out of a hefty sum of money.

In keeping with TMZ, Broward Sheriff’s officers confirmed to the publication that Garrett was arrested on Thursday, Might 15, on a warrant issued by the Division of Income.

The truth star, who got here in second place throughout his unique run on “Massive Brother” in 2008, has been accused of owing the state of Florida over $50,000 in unpaid taxes from his companies.

As of Friday, Might 16, the 42-year-old reportedly stays behind bars, together with his bond set at $15,000.

Garrett, who later returned to “Massive Brother” for its all-star version in 2020, faces a second-degree felony for theft of state funds.

Florida is accusing the restaurateur of gathering $55,366.77 value of gross sales taxes between November 2022 and October 2024 by way of his Poke Home Lauderdale and No Man’s Land Miami LLCs and failing to pay the taxes to the state.

And if that wasn’t sufficient, Garrett’s identify has already been within the headlines since 2024 when he filed for divorce from his “Massive Brother 22” co-star, Christmas Abbott.

Within the divorce submitting, obtained by TMZ, the explanation for the break up was cited as “irreconcilable variations,” and it was argued that Abbott shouldn’t be awarded alimony.

“It’s unlucky that the actions and intentions of people concerned on this state of affairs have led to the publicity of private and delicate info,” Abbott instructed the publication on the time of the divorce announcement.

“I imagine that issues of this nature ought to be resolved in a non-public and respectful method,” she added. “I ask for privateness right now to concentrate on my household.”

Garrett additionally commented, telling “BB” followers he was shaken by their relationship’s finish.

“My coronary heart hurts. I didn’t wish to must file for divorce. I used to be doing all the pieces in my energy to work on our marriage. I solely want the easiest in life for her and [her son] Loyal,” he stated.

Their battle exterior the “Massive Brother” home wasn’t totally surprising to followers, although, contemplating their dynamic on “All Stars” additionally included controversial interactions and accusations of insensitivity towards different houseguests, particularly Da’Vonne Rogers and David Alexander.

Though Garrett’s authorized state of affairs is probably going the very last thing the truth star desires to undergo proper now, he isn’t the one “BB” dealing with authorized woes.

In early 2025, Mike “Boogie” Malin was additionally arrested after allegedly shoplifting from a number of CVS shops within the San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles.

In keeping with a report from PEOPLE, the “BB 2” star was caught by an worker on the first CVS and returned the merchandise after being confronted. He later fled in his automobile and headed to a special location.

Burbank cops instructed the publication that once they first searched the realm for Malin, they discovered his automobile working with no person inside. Nevertheless, he was detained shortly after returning to his automobile.