Addison Rae's Dad Agrees to Take DNA Test Over Pop Star's Little Brother

Monty Lopez will submit to paternity test after ex-wife Sheri Easterling filed petition for sole custody and support.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Addison Rae's father, Monty Lopez, has agreed to take a DNA test to determine if he is the father of the pop star's younger brother, Lucas. This comes after Addison's mother, Sheri Easterling, filed a petition for sole custody and support of Lucas, who was born in 2013. Sheri and Monty were previously married, divorced, and then remarried before breaking up again in 2022.

Why it matters

The paternity test could have significant implications for the family dynamic and custody arrangements for Addison Rae's younger siblings. The case also highlights the complexities of celebrity family disputes that often play out in the public eye.

The details

According to court documents, a Louisiana judge has signed off on the agreement for Monty to complete the DNA test within days. Sheri Easterling will have to cover the costs of the test until the results are determined. In her petition, Sheri also requested supervised visits for Monty and alleged he had been verbally abusive and had issues with alcohol in the past, including multiple arrests for driving under the influence. Sheri also cited Monty's 2025 arrest for felony obscenity as evidence for why she should have sole custody.

  • In late 2022, Sheri Easterling filed a petition for sole custody and support of Lucas, Addison Rae's younger brother.
  • A Louisiana judge signed the order for Monty Lopez to take a DNA test within days in February 2026.

The players

Monty Lopez

Addison Rae's father, who has agreed to take a DNA test to determine if he is the father of Addison's younger brother, Lucas.

Sheri Easterling

Addison Rae's mother and Monty Lopez's ex-wife, who filed a petition for sole custody and support of their son Lucas.

Addison Rae

A popular social media influencer and pop star, who is the daughter of Monty Lopez and Sheri Easterling.

Lucas

Addison Rae's younger brother, whose paternity is in question.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.