Monty Lopez, father of social media star Addison Rae, was reportedly arrested in connection with an incident involving public indecency last year. According to a report from TMZ on February 17, 2026, Lopez was taken into custody on July 27, 2025, in Louisiana after an event that allegedly occurred in August 2024.
Court documents reveal that Lopez was accused of
“exposing his genitals, pubic hair, in a public place or place open to public view, or in any prison or jail, with the intent of arousing sexual desire or which appealed to the prurient interest or was patently offensive.”
He faces felony obscenity and sex crime charges and pleaded not guilty. His bond was set at $2,500, with a hearing scheduled for March 19.
Family Background and Previous Relationships
Monty Lopez shares three children: Addison Rae, and sons Enzo, 18, and Lucas, 12, with his ex-wife Sheri Easterling. He also has a daughter, Macye Neumeyer, from an earlier relationship. Lopez and Easterling married in 2004, divorced later, then remarried in 2014 before finalizing their separation in 2022.
Addison Rae has previously spoken about her father’s limited presence during her early childhood. Reflecting on the period from ages three to six, she shared,
“From about to 3 to 6 for me … Dad wasn’t really in my life very much. I’m sure that was personal decisions on your part with Dad,”
the Fame Is A Gun singer said in a 2020 interview.
“You guys, I’m sure, kind of established that, like, ‘Hey, we’re gonna need some space. We need to have our time to figure things out.’”
— Addison Rae, Singer
Details on Lopez and Easterling’s Divorce and Public Statements
The couple officially ended their relationship in 2022 amid circulating rumors of Lopez’s infidelity, which he did not publicly address. Easterling, however, commented on the challenges of their separation through Instagram Stories in July 2022:
“Personal matters being brought public are always challenging and overwhelming for anyone involved,”
— Sheri Easterling, Lopez’s ex-wife
“I will be okay. My biggest concern is -and always will be- my children and their fragile hearts and minds. I will always do my best to protect them.”
— Sheri Easterling, Lopez’s ex-wife
Following their split, Easterling appeared at the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards with rapper Yung Gravy, showing affection publicly, while Lopez posted on Instagram,
“Unbothered! Thank you @youngravy for taking the leftovers!”
— Monty Lopez, Social Media Post
Monty Lopez’s New Marriage Amid Personal Turmoil
Lopez remarried in October 2025 to Kaitlyn Nicole Robins in Las Vegas. He told TMZ about the ceremony,
“I didn’t tell anyone,
” and expressed happiness in his new relationship.
“I just followed my heart and I’ve never been happier. I love this woman!”
— Monty Lopez, Interview
Addison Rae’s Recent Career and Personal Developments
Amid her father’s legal issues, Addison Rae has continued to advance her career. After ending a four-year relationship with musician Omer Fedi last year, Rae has focused on her music, releasing a self-titled debut album and securing a nomination for Best New Artist at the 2026 Grammy Awards. Although she did not win, losing to Olivia Dean, Rae has solidified her place in the pop music scene.
Upcoming Court Proceedings and Implications
Monty Lopez’s ongoing legal challenges place him under significant public and judicial scrutiny. His next hearing in March will determine how the case proceeds and what further legal consequences he may face. This incident adds complexity to Addison Rae’s public image, potentially influencing her career and family dynamics moving forward.
