Tyrese Gibson arrested in court for child support issues

Tyrese Gibson was taken into custody during a court hearing on Monday morning in Fulton County, Georgia, due to his failure to comply with a child support order. The actor, who shares a daughter named Soraya with ex-wife Samantha Lee, was found in contempt of court by Judge Kevin Farmer after he neglected to pay the mandated $10,000 monthly support since April. The judge expressed frustration over Gibson's nonpayment, leading to his arrest. To avoid jail time, Gibson was given the option to pay a total of $73,000, which included $7,500 for Lee's attorney fees. Reports indicate that the singer is currently making arrangements to settle this debt. Prior to the hearing, Gibson had warned his followers on social media about the possibility of his arrest and accused the judge and his ex-wife's legal team of collusion against him. Gibson's legal troubles stem from his ongoing child support battle with Lee, following their divorce announcement two years after their marriage in 2017. He also has a 17-year-old daughter, Shayla, from a previous marriage to Norma Mitchell, who has recently filed a lawsuit against him for defamation. The situation highlights the complexities of child support disputes and the legal ramifications of noncompliance. As Gibson navigates these challenges, he continues to assert his commitment to his children while facing significant financial and legal pressures.