Brittany Furlan Granted Restraining Order Against Ronnie Radke After Catfish Scandal

The order prohibits Radke from contacting Furlan or mentioning her online, highlighting the complexities of online harassment and impersonation.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 12:19pm

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Brittany Furlan, the wife of Mötley Crüe's Tommy Lee, has been granted a two-year civil harassment restraining order against Falling in Reverse frontman Ronnie Radke. The order stems from a complex and public dispute that began with a catfishing incident in 2025, where Furlan believed she was communicating with Radke on Snapchat during a difficult period in her marriage. Radke has consistently denied the conversations were with him, claiming Furlan was the victim of a catfish. The situation quickly escalated, with both parties sharing posts about each other on social media. Furlan's restraining order prohibits Radke from contacting her or mentioning her online, with potential penalties including jail time and fines for non-compliance.

Why it matters

This case highlights the growing trend of online harassment and the complexities of verifying identity in the digital age. The use of fake social media accounts to harass or defame individuals is becoming increasingly common, making it difficult to determine accountability. As AI and deepfake technology continue to advance, the problem of online impersonation and harassment is likely to worsen, necessitating the development of new legal frameworks and technological solutions to combat the spread of misinformation and protect individuals from online harm.

The details

The saga began when Furlan believed she was communicating with Radke on Snapchat during a difficult period in her marriage. She later shared that she was lonely and vulnerable, explaining why she 'grasp[ed] onto any affection that anyone gives you.' Radke vehemently denied the conversations were with him, claiming she was the victim of a catfish – someone impersonating him online. He has consistently maintained this position. The situation quickly escalated, with both parties sharing posts about each other on social media. Radke even mocked Furlan in a Falling in Reverse music video, further fueling the conflict.

  • In January of this year, Radke attempted to file a temporary restraining order against Furlan, alleging harassment.
  • Shortly after, Furlan filed her own request for a restraining order, which was initially denied due to procedural reasons.
  • A hearing was subsequently held, and the court ultimately granted her the two-year order on March 17, 2026.

The players

Brittany Furlan

The wife of Mötley Crüe's Tommy Lee who was granted a two-year civil harassment restraining order against Ronnie Radke.

Ronnie Radke

The frontman of the band Falling in Reverse who was prohibited from contacting Furlan or mentioning her online due to the restraining order.

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What they’re saying

“I was lonely and vulnerable, and I grasp[ed] onto any affection that anyone gives you.”

— Brittany Furlan

“I have consistently maintained that I was not the one communicating with Furlan on Snapchat, and that she was the victim of a catfish.”

— Ronnie Radke

What’s next

The court documents stipulate that Radke is prohibited from mentioning Furlan online or encouraging others to harass her, with potential penalties including jail time and fines for non-compliance.

The takeaway

This case demonstrates the complexities of navigating legal issues surrounding online harassment, particularly when dealing with allegations of impersonation and defamation. As technology continues to evolve, new frameworks and solutions will be needed to protect individuals from the growing threat of online harm.