Bravo’s new reality series Next Gen NYC has taken a dramatic turn with revelations about Lindsay Lohan‘s high school relationship with Charlie Zakkour, surprising fans as their past connection comes to light amid Zakkour’s headline-making role on the show’s current season. The shock arose just as Zakkour, a fresh face among reality TV newcomers, quickly became a central figure in a mix of club scene notoriety, cast drama, and legal intrigue in New York City.
Charlie Zakkour Emerges as a Breakout Figure on Next Gen NYC
Although viewers might tune in for the famous offspring of Bravo stars—such as Ariana Biermann, Riley Burruss, Brooks Marks, and Gia Giudice—it is Charlie Zakkour who has emerged as the unexpected focal point of Next Gen NYC’s opening episodes. Nicknamed the “Chuck Bass” of the group, Zakkour made waves by taking Chloe Marks (Brooks’ sister) on a date and then provoking Brooks with a crude comment about Chloe. Even after apologizing, Zakkour continued to antagonize his castmate, drawing further backlash during a recent episode when Ariana Biermann confronted him directly.
Despite the show’s spotlight on Real Housewives children, Zakkour’s presence stands out for his apparent lack of interest in connecting with the well-known Bravo “babies.” Brooks Marks himself expressed frustration over the larger number of children from Bravo celebrities joining the cast, indicating tension behind the scenes.
Charlie Zakkour’s Background of Privilege and Investment
Charlie Zakkour, now 29, is described as a
crypto trader and private investor who’s been ruling NYC’s club scene since he was 14.
—Bravo, show description. As explored in the show’s early episodes, Zakkour comes from significant wealth. His father is a retired investment banker who appears to fund much of his lifestyle, including his activities in cryptocurrency investment. In a notably candid moment on the premiere episode, cameras captured Zakkour telling his barber that he would pretend on-screen to pay for his haircut with his own money, but actually wanted the bill charged to his father’s account. This incident underscores how deeply family wealth intertwines with Zakkour’s day-to-day life, a dynamic regularly discussed on Next Gen NYC.
Revelations About Lindsay Lohan’s Teenage Relationship With Zakkour
The most startling disclosure involving Zakkour surfaced in the premiere episode, linking his past to global celebrity Lindsay Lohan. Fellow cast member Georgia McCann revealed that, while still in high school, Zakkour dated Lohan—an actress nine years older and internationally recognized for her work in film and television. Zakkour himself confirmed the relationship, saying in a confessional that Lohan would pick him up after school.
She would, like, pick me up from school,
—Charlie Zakkour, Next Gen NYC cast member. Producers displayed a photo of the pair on the episode, further validating the claim, although Lindsay Lohan has yet to publicly comment on the teenage romance.
Legal Controversy Surrounds Zakkour’s Social Circles
Zakkour’s story took a darker turn with his periphery involvement in a recent legal drama that gripped Bravo fans. Last month, cryptocurrency investor John Woeltz was arrested on suspicion of kidnapping and torturing Italian crypto-millionaire Michael Valentino Teofrasto Carturan over a period of weeks, involving electrocution and tasing. In a video from the arrest circulated online, Zakkour—described by some as a “mystery man”—was seen observing the police action. Reports indicate that Zakkour would sometimes stay at the apartment where the alleged incident took place, with one source depicting the space as a “frat house for crypto bros.” Nonetheless, authorities have not arrested or charged Zakkour, and the reasons for his presence remain unconfirmed.
Bravo’s Next Gen NYC and Its Impact on Reality Television
The rapid unearthing of Lindsay Lohan’s high school relationship with Charlie Zakkour has not only added dramatic intrigue to Next Gen NYC but also brought renewed attention to Lohan and her storied Hollywood history. Zakkour’s privileged background, coupled with brushes with both fame and scandal, have positioned him as a complicated character early in the series. As Next Gen NYC continues to air Tuesday evenings on Bravo and streams the following day on Peacock, questions persist about Zakkour’s future, both with regard to his involvement in ongoing cast drama and any further links to the separate legal investigation. For Bravo fans—and followers of Lindsay Lohan alike—the season promises further revelations involving its standout new star and those in his social orbit.
