**Zachery Ty Bryan Accused of Assault and Threats; California Judge Issues Five-Year Restraining Order**
Actor Zachery Ty Bryan, best known for his role as Brad Taylor on the 1990s ABC sitcom *Home Improvement*, has been accused of assaulting his then-girlfriend and threatening to kill her, according to court documents obtained by TMZ.
The incident reportedly took place on July 3, when Bryan allegedly struck his girlfriend in the right temple after she playfully bit his nipple while they were lying together. The woman told police that Bryan’s behavior escalated into violence, leaving her fearful for her safety.
In the days following the alleged assault, the woman said the two got into a verbal argument during which Bryan threatened her life, reportedly saying, “Shut the f*** up or I’m gonna shut you up.” She also reported that Bryan took their dog, locked himself in a room, and punched the door until it split from the frame.
The couple had been dating for about three months at the time of the incident. Additionally, the woman alleged that in June—about a month before the reported assault—Bryan sprayed their dog in the face with bleach during another argument.
Following the July incident, a California judge issued a five-year restraining order against Bryan, requiring him to stay at least 100 yards away from the woman until September 29, 2030.
TMZ reports that Bryan has not yet responded to requests for comment.
This recent case is not the first time the 42-year-old actor has faced domestic violence allegations. On New Year’s Day 2024, Bryan was taken into custody in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, after allegedly punching and choking a woman and threatening to kill her. He was also arrested in July 2023 on domestic violence charges and pleaded guilty in 2021 to menacing and assault in the fourth degree after allegedly strangling a former girlfriend.
In addition to these incidents, Bryan was arrested in 2024 on charges of driving under the influence.
Bryan first gained national attention for his role as Brad Taylor on *Home Improvement*, which aired from 1991 to 1999. Since then, his acting career has largely stalled amid repeated run-ins with the law.
The recent court order adds to Bryan’s growing legal troubles, marking yet another case involving accusations of violence and threats against women.
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