Lindsay Lohan's Ex-Stepmom Kate Arrested After Alleged Attack on Michael Lohan

Kate Lohan accused of striking Michael Lohan's face and throwing a knife at him in Texas

Apr. 17, 2026 at 3:06am

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An extreme close-up of a serrated knife against a dark background, conceptually representing the alleged weapon used in the assault between the Lohan family members.A stark, gritty image of the alleged weapon used in the altercation between Lindsay Lohan's former stepmother and father, exposing the violent nature of their ongoing disputes.Houston Today

Lindsay Lohan's former stepmother Kate Lohan was arrested in Houston, Texas on Tuesday, April 14, following an alleged altercation with Lindsay's father, Michael Lohan. According to court documents, Kate was charged with assault, family violence as a second-time offender after she allegedly struck Michael's face with her hand and threw a serrated knife in his direction, striking his shoulder.

Why it matters

The alleged incident is the latest in a history of domestic violence allegations between the former couple, who were engaged in 2010 and married in 2014 before divorcing in 2018. The case highlights ongoing tensions and legal issues surrounding the Lohan family.

The details

Kate Lohan, 43, was arrested and booked into the Harris County Jail in Houston on a $35,000 bond. The court documents state that she "struck the complainant's face" and "threw a serrated knife in the complainant's direction, striking the complainant's shoulder." Michael Lohan, 65, was granted an emergency order of protection from the court the following day.

  • Kate Lohan was arrested on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.
  • Michael Lohan was granted an emergency order of protection on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.

The players

Kate Lohan

Lindsay Lohan's former stepmother who was arrested for allegedly assaulting Michael Lohan.

Michael Lohan

Lindsay Lohan's father, who was allegedly assaulted by Kate Lohan and was granted an emergency order of protection.

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What’s next

Kate Lohan will be represented by a public defender in court. The judge ordered her to have no contact with Michael Lohan, submit to alcohol testing, and refrain from using controlled substances.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing legal issues and domestic violence allegations surrounding the Lohan family, which have persisted for years. It raises concerns about the cycle of abuse and the need for stronger interventions to protect victims of domestic violence.