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Addison Rae's Father Arrested on Obscenity Charges

Published 19 February 2026

Monty Lopez, the father of singer and social media influencer Addison Rae, was arrested in Louisiana last year on charges of felony obscenity stemming from an alleged public exposure incident.

The 50-year-old Lopez, whose full name is Manolito Juan Lopez, was taken into custody on July 27, 2025, by the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office, according to court documents. The charges relate to an event on August 31, 2024, when Lopez is accused of intentionally exposing his genitals and pubic hair in a public place with the intent to arouse sexual desire or appeal to prurient interest, which authorities described as patently offensive. He faces additional counts of illegal sexual activity. Prosecutors have recommended a sentence of one year of hard labor if convicted.

Lopez entered a not guilty plea during his arraignment on September 2, 2025. His bond was set at $2,500, and he was released pending further proceedings. The next court hearing is scheduled for March 19. Lopez has not issued a public statement on the matter, and representatives for his daughter Addison Rae have also declined to comment.

The arrest comes amid a turbulent personal history for Lopez, who shares Addison Rae,...

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