In a not so surprising turn of events, actor and singer Tyrese Gibson has found himself behind bars due to unpaid child support. The “Fast and Furious” star was taken into custody This happened after a Fulton County judge held him in contempt of court for failing to pay the court-ordered $10,000 per month in child support. Tyrese, who shares a 5-year-old daughter with his ex-wife Samantha Lee, appeared in court on Monday morning. The hearing did not go in his favor, as Judge Kevin Farmer expressed frustration over Tyrese’s refusal to comply with the payment order issued back in April 2023. Despite Tyrese’s claims of innocence and accusations of unfair treatment, the judge was unmoved and ordered his immediate arrest. To secure his release, Tyrese needs to pay a total of $73,000. This amount includes the overdue child support payments and $7,500 for Samantha’s attorney fees. Tyrese has been vocal about

his financial struggles, stating that he has been paying $2,200 per month, which is significantly less than the court-mandated amount. Before his arrest, Tyrese took to his social media to voice his frustrations, calling the situation “baby mama drama” and insisting that a prenuptial agreement should have covered all financial obligations from their 2020 divorce. He also criticized Samantha’s legal team for not reviewing his bank statements, which he claims would prove his payments. As of now, Tyrese is making arrangements to pay the required $73,000 to avoid extended jail time1. His legal team is also appealing the court’s rulings, hoping for a more favorable outcome in the future. This incident has sparked a broader conversation about the challenges and complexities of child support cases, especially for high-profile individuals. It remains to be seen how this situation will unfold, but one thing is clear: Tyrese Gibson’s legal battles are far from over.