Addison Rae's Dad Monty Arrested for Public Indecency

The social media star's father pleaded not guilty to the charges.

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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Addison Rae's father, Monty Lopez, was arrested in 2025 in Louisiana for allegedly exposing himself in public in 2024. Lopez, 50, was accused of 'intentionally' exposing 'his genitals, pubic hair, in a public place or place open to public view, with the intent of arousing sexual desire.' He pleaded not guilty to the charges, which included obscenity and a sex crime. Lopez is scheduled for a hearing in March 2026.

Why it matters

This case highlights the challenges that celebrities and their families can face when personal matters become public. It also raises questions about public decency laws and how they are enforced, especially when high-profile individuals are involved.

The details

According to documents obtained by Page Six, Lopez was arrested on July 27, 2025 in Lafayette, Louisiana, following an alleged incident on August 31, 2024. The Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office accused him of 'intentionally' 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.' Lopez's bond was listed at $2,500, and at an arraignment on September 2, 2025, he entered a plea of not guilty.

  • On August 31, 2024, the alleged incident of public indecency occurred.
  • On July 27, 2025, Lopez was arrested in Lafayette, Louisiana.
  • On September 2, 2025, Lopez pleaded not guilty to the charges at his arraignment.
  • On March 19, 2026, Lopez is scheduled to appear at a hearing.

The players

Monty Lopez

Addison Rae's 50-year-old father, who was arrested and charged with public indecency in 2025.

Addison Rae

A 25-year-old social media star and singer, who is the daughter of Monty Lopez.

Sheri Easterling

Addison Rae's mother, who was previously married to Monty Lopez.

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What they’re saying

“Personal matters being brought public are always challenging and overwhelming for anyone involved. I will be OK.”

— Sheri Easterling, Addison Rae's mother (Instagram)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on March 19, 2026 whether or not to allow Monty Lopez out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the difficulties that celebrities and their families can face when personal scandals become public, and the need for privacy and protection, especially when children are involved.