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Time of India
5 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Former Olympian Ryan Lochte owes $270,000 in debt after divorce from model Kayla Rae Reid
12-time Olympic medalist Ryan Lochte is in the news for all the wrong reasons. The former swimming sensation, whose career was severely dented following the scandal at the Rio 2016 Olympics, is now in serious financial trouble. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Divorce filings with estranged wife Kayla Rae Reid uncovered that Ryan Lochte is now in debt by more than $270,000, a stunning descent from greatness for one of America's most decorated swimmers. Ryan Lochte's divorce from Kayla Rae Reid exposes six-figure debt and unpaid taxes The swimmer and Kayla Rae Reid are in serious financial difficulties, US Weekly reports, citing the documents that were procured by the magazine. It is reported that they owe $270,000, including $99,696.06 (£73,305) in unpaid taxes for 2021 and 2022 to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and additional medical bills of $167,697.88 (£123,305). The couple had been married for 17 years and had three children together. Their love story started in 2015 when they started seeing each other before getting engaged in 2016 and finally tying the knot in 2018. But their fairy tale didn't last long, as allegations of cheating led to their unfortunate split. Ryan Lochte and Estranged Wife Kayla Reid's Debt Revealed Amid Divorce | E! News 'Kayla and I both wish to keep this matter private for many reasons, most importantly, to protect our children,' Ryan Lochte had told PEOPLE in a statement earlier during their split. 'For that reason, I also won't be commenting on this matter or replying to allegations made by third parties.' Ryan Lochte had addressed the divorce on social media as well, writing, "This past year has brought major changes for both of us as we've come to the difficult decision to end our marriage. I'm deeply grateful for the life we've built together and especially for the love we share for our three children. I remain committed to healing, growth, and co-parenting with care and respect as we move forward separately." Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Also read: Once celebrated as a swimming legend, Ryan Lochte now has to fight another sort of battle—one of financial rebound and personal reclamation. As he becomes embroiled in a public divorce and accumulates debt, fans wonder if he can emerge from this chapter as strong as he was in the pool.
National Post
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- National Post
Ryan Lochte ‘betrayed' Playboy model wife as divorce battle looms: Report
As the divorce proceedings between Ryan Lochte and estranged wife Kayla Rae Reid heat up, one person close to the family claims the former U.S. Olympian betrayed the Playboy model in more ways than one. Article content It appears there was a lot more going under the surface of the seemingly smooth waters. Article content Article content The source, who is close to the family and knows both Kayla and Ryan, revealed some of the couple's deeper problems recently to People. Article content Article content The insider told the outlet that Lochte had forced his wife's hand with his actions. Article content 'He's damaged so much of their marriage and he's broken her heart so many times that she doesn't know if reconciliation is in their future,' the insider said. Article content Article content Lochte dismissed the insider's claim in a statement to People, saying the divorce is 'a difficult and very personal time.' Article content 'Kayla and I both wish to keep this matter private for many reasons, most importantly, to protect our children,' he said. 'For that reason, I also won't be commenting on this matter, or replying to allegations made by third parties.' Article content View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kayla Lochte | Gainesville, FL Realtor 🏡 (@kaylaraereid) Article content Article content The report comes after Reid had asked in divorce proceedings for exclusive use of the couple's marital home. Article content Article content According to court documents obtained by Us Magazine, the former Playboy model has demanded exclusive use of the marital home that she and the 12-time Olympic medallist own in Terrace, Fla. Article content '(Kayla) needs the exclusive use of this home and the contents thereof both now and in the future for herself and the minor children,' the filing reads. Article content Reid also claims in her petition that, during their marriage, the former swimmer took several joint assets and income and used them to purchase other assets – some of which are in his name. Article content '(Those) assets are presently being held by (Ryan) in trust for and for all the benefit of (Kayla), and the court should award to (Kayla) her full interest in said assets,' her filing continued.
Toronto Sun
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Toronto Sun
Ryan Lochte ‘betrayed' Playboy model wife as divorce battle looms: Report
'He's damaged so much of their marriage and he's broken her heart so many times that she doesn't know if reconciliation is in their future.' Ryan Lochte and Kayla Rae Reid are getting divorced. Instagram As the divorce proceedings between Ryan Lochte and estranged wife Kayla Rae Reid heat up, one person close to the family claims the former U.S. Olympian betrayed the Playboy model in more ways than one. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. 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Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account It appears there was a lot more going under the surface of the seemingly smooth waters. The source, who is close to the family and knows both Kayla and Ryan, revealed some of the couple's deeper problems recently to People . The insider told the outlet that Lochte had forced his wife's hand with his actions. 'He's damaged so much of their marriage and he's broken her heart so many times that she doesn't know if reconciliation is in their future,' the insider said. Lochte dismissed the insider's claim in a statement to People , saying the divorce is 'a difficult and very personal time.' 'Kayla and I both wish to keep this matter private for many reasons, most importantly, to protect our children,' he said. 'For that reason, I also won't be commenting on this matter, or replying to allegations made by third parties.' Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The report comes after Reid had asked in divorce proceedings for exclusive use of the couple's marital home. According to court documents obtained by Us Magazine , the former Playboy model has demanded exclusive use of the marital home that she and the 12-time Olympic medallist own in Terrace, Fla. '(Kayla) needs the exclusive use of this home and the contents thereof both now and in the future for herself and the minor children,' the filing reads. The doc indicated Lochte has been staying in a separate home – valued at US$440,000 – since the couple split in March. Reid also claims in her petition that, during their marriage, the former swimmer took several joint assets and income and used them to purchase other assets – some of which are in his name. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. '(Those) assets are presently being held by (Ryan) in trust for and for all the benefit of (Kayla), and the court should award to (Kayla) her full interest in said assets,' her filing continued. Read More Reid is also asking for a piece of two business – Lochte Enterprises and Legendaryswimming – which she invested in with her estranged husband during their marriage. While Reid filed for the divorce on March 26, the couple only announced the split earlier this month on their social media accounts. It was later reported that the couple is deeply in debt. According to court documents obtained by Us Weekly , the estranged couple owes more than $369,000 to a variety of creditors, including the IRS. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The Daily Mail reported that Lochte and Reid have an unpaid balance of $136,000 to the Internal Revenue Service from the years 2021 and 2022. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. On top of that, a lien was filed by Shands Teaching Hospital and Clinic for a total of nearly $230,000 stemming from two separate incidents. The first reportedly occurred in November 2023 when Lochte is said to have spent two days in a Gainesville medical facility for an unspecified treatment, accruing $175,000 in unpaid bills, and another instance in February 2024 for an additional $54,000. Additionally, a lien of more than $3,000 was filed in December 2024 on their Gainesville, Fla., property by the local homeowners association. The Fletcher Park Owner's Association reportedly cited Lochte and Reid for several 'unpaid' fees, including 'special assessments, late fees, costs of collection (and) attorney's fees.' Lochte's legal team has yet to respond to Us Weekly 's request for comment on the situation. Lochte and Reid share three children: Son Caiden Zane, 7, and daughters Liv Rae, 6, and Georgia June, who turns 2 on June 22. MMA NHL Canada Toronto & GTA World
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Ryan Lochte's wife breaks cover after divorce news as Olympian shares emotional post on daughter's birthday
Ryan Lochte 's estranged wife Kayla Reid was spotted on Monday as the now-former couple prepared to celebrate their daughter's birthday. Earlier this month, Kayla announced the 'painful' divorce from the Olympic swimmer, referencing 'trials we didn't choose or see coming' without mentioning other details. Lochte, for his part, said he was 'deeply grateful for the life we've built together' and committed to co-parenting their three children together. And ahead of their daughter Liv's sixth birthday, Kayla was spotted in public getting ready for the special day as she pushed a No. 6 balloon in a shopping cart. Kayla, who had also appeared to pick up a cake for Liv, chatted on the phone as she was photographed. A day later, Lochte took to Instagram to celebrate Liv as she celebrated her sixth birthday. I may not have all the answers, but I'm the dad who will love you more than words can express,' he wrote on Tuesday. 'I'll be your rock, your confidant, and your biggest fan. Through every up and down, I'll be here for you, loving and supporting you with all my heart. 'You'll always be my little girl, and I promise to cherish, support, and love you, no matter what, forever and always. Happy Birthday 6th birthday princess. Love always and forever your Dad #birthdaygirl #wrappedaroundherfinger.' Shortly after the news of the couple's divorce became public, Kayla took her children to Las Vegas for a fun weekend. The trip celebrated the eighth birthday of Kayla and Ryan's son Caiden, while Liv and their 23-month-old daughter Georgia were also brought on the trip by their mother. Kayla's petition for divorce, filed in north central Florida's Alachua County, asked the court for 'sole parenting responsibility' or at least 'ultimate decision-making authority' and 'majority timesharing,' Daily Mail previously reported. 'Wife is fit and proper to assume sole parental responsibility for the minor children of the parties. Shared parental responsibility would be detrimental to the children,' her lawyers wrote. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ryan Lochte (@ryanlochte) However, Lochte responded by insisting it was in the best interests of Caiden, Liv and Georgia for their parents to share custody. Kayla also mentioned in her filing that their union was 'irretrievably broken.' The gold medalist swimmer and former Playboy Playmate tied the knot in Palm Springs, California, in January 2018, after previously going public with their relationship in 2016. However, Lochte has faced his share of personal issues since. In 2018, he was suspended 14 months from swimming for a prohibited IV infusion, and also spent six weeks in rehab for alcoholism. Following an incident at a hotel in California, in which police were called on Lochte after he tried to kick his door in (no arrests were made), his attorney said he had been battling alcohol addiction for 'many years.' Lochte later said his stint in rehab had made him a 'better man.' 'I'm glad that I went to rehab and got checked out just because it helped me out,' thw swimmer said. 'It helped put things in perspective in my life. What is really more important than going out to a bar and getting hammered or doing anything like that, I go home and I get to play with my kids and kiss and hold my wife. That, to me, is everything.' As he was returning to the sport in 2019, he said that it was his 'second priority' behind his family. He was also thrust into controversy during the 2016 Rio Games, after he claimed that he and three teammates were robbed at gunpoint after a night out. It was later revealed that the armed men were actually security guards and several details of Lochte's story proved to be fabricated. He was ultimately charged with submitting a false report to police, but charges were later dismissed after he apologized. Following Kayla's announcement that she had filed for divorce, he also broke his silence on social media. 'Although this decision hasn't been easy, I believe it's the right step toward peace and well-being for us both,' he said. 'I remain committed to healing, growth, and co-parenting with care and respect as we move forward separately.' Kayla had said: 'I made the hard decision to end my marriage after deep prayer and reflection,' she wrote on Instagram. 'I hold marriage in the highest regard, so this has been one of the most painful, revealing, and challenging seasons of my life. 'I've been hesitant to share until I could do so from a place of healing – not from fresh, open wounds.'
Daily Mail
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
How Prince Harry's wild Las Vegas night with Ryan Lochte ended in scandal
When Prince Harry and Ryan Lochte descended on the Las Vegas strip - with bikini-clad models and gallons of alcohol - scandal was sure to follow. The star swimmer had taken a month out of the water after dominating the London Olympics with two gold medals. He headed straight for Sin City that August for a belated birthday party, after turning 28 during the Games. He once told Kelly Osborne: 'I went with my friends, I just wanted to relax and have some downtime.' But what he wasn't counting on was bumping into Prince Harry, who'd also fled to the Strip for a recharge after representing the Royal Family as an Olympic ambassador. The then 27-year-old had been showered in praise for his maturity during the huge event - but that quickly changed after his run-in with Lochte. So when the Prince went largely unnoticed by revelers at a party hosted by Jennifer Lopez the night before meeting Ryan, he would have been forgiven for thinking the old saying of 'what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas' really was true. As J-Lo walked the red carpet at the afternoon event, hours before playing a show, Harry threw a beachball around in a pool with friends without anyone looking twice at him, even in his baggy red Bermuda shorts. The following night, they were at the luxurious Wynn Hotel and had been drinking since waking up. At around 2am, the Prince spotted Lochte, either recognizing him from his London heroics or noticing all the women that had surrounded his table. 'I curled into the corner of a leather banquette and watched a procession of young women come and go,' Harry recalled of the night in his autobiography Spare, which didn't mention Lochte. Soon enough, the swimmer and his friends were interrupted, approached by a man none of them knew. 'Prince Harry is here,' he told Lochte. 'You want to meet him?' The following night, they were at the luxurious Wynn hotel and had been drinking since waking up. Ryan said: 'Let's go!' accepting immediately. For a man whose life revolved around being number one, he was left thrilled to be in demand from royalty. He would later tell the Daily Mail: 'It was a huge honor to meet him. He's a great guy.' But after a little bit of mingling, Harry stopped Lochte from leaving. 'I was like, "Alright, I'm going to head back to my table with my friends, it was nice meeting you," and he was like, "Wait,"' Lochte said. 'He was like, "You want to get in the pool and race me? Right now?"' Lochte couldn't say no. He had just beaten the great Michael Phelps to win gold in the 400-meter individual medley in London. Why not add Prince Harry to the list? With music blasting, Harry whipped his top off and jumped in before Lochte followed, joining the groups of guys and girls who had also taken the party into the early hours. The crowds split either side of the duo to form a faint 10-meter racetrack. A girl in a bikini waited at the end to mark the finish line. Ryan admitted: 'Watching him swim, he does have good form. I was surprised. But of course, I won.' Ryan also previously told the Daily Mail of the race: 'He was a great competitor but in the end it was Team USA all the way! 'I was surprised that he challenged me. I didn't know if he had any skills in the pool but I definitely wasn't going to take it easy on him.' Surrounded by admirers, the pair stayed in the water to soak up the attention - Harry never did find his shirt again. They left the venue at around 4:30am, splitting the party in two and taking it back to their respective hotel rooms. But after a long day of drinking, only one of them was smart enough to keep the following antics behind closed doors. While Ryan confiscated the phones of those who joined him back at his hotel, Prince Harry was covertly pictured in his VIP suite by a guest, playing strip pool, naked with a scantily-clad woman next to him. Harry wrote of that day in Spare: 'We ordered breakfast, Bloody Marys. It was pool-party season in Vegas, so a big blowout was raging. 'My mates invited four or five women who worked at the hotel to join us (at the end of the night), along with two women they'd met at the blackjack tables... They looked dodgy.' After playing pool with his bodyguards, Harry admits he 'suggested we up the stakes' with strip pool. He continued: 'I was the big loser, reduced to my skivvies. Then I lost my skivvies. It was harmless, silly, or so I thought. Until the next day. 'Standing outside the hotel in the blinding desert sun I turned and saw one of my mates staring at his phone, his mouth falling open. 'I was naked before the eyes of the world. I berated myself. How had I been so stupid? Why had I trusted other people? 'I'd counted on those dodgy girls to show some basic decency and now I was going to pay the price forever. Those photos would never go away. 'My sense of guilt and shame made it hard at moments to draw a clean breath.' Ryan told Inside Edition: 'It could happen to anyone. I just tried my best to make sure that no cameras came in (to my party).' It sparked major humiliation for Harry and the Royal Family, just weeks after starring at the Olympics alongside his brother, William, and sister-in-law Kate. The late Robin Leach, a veteran entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Sun, wrote at the time: 'That's why people come to Vegas. To let their hair down and behave badly.' Ryan said he didn't get an invite from the Prince to his suite: 'He never said anything like that. After our race, we went our separate ways.' A year later, the athlete would describe his encounter with Harry as 'a one-time thing.' It is thought that the pair haven't met again. Weeks after the shock pictures of Harry emerged, he was back serving with the army in Afghanistan as part of a 20-week deployment that ended in 2013. Certainly for Harry in the following years, the optics of being pictured with Ryan would have served as a reminder of a night where he ended up tarnishing his family's reputation. The swimmer eventually got back in the pool - he joked in one interview that racing Harry reignited a competitive streak inside of him - and headed to the Rio Olympics in 2016, where he was embroiled in his own needless controversy. Ryan, along with fellow USA swimmers Gunnar Bents, Jack Conger, and Jimmy Feigen, fabricated a story about being robbed at gunpoint by thugs posing as cops in Rio. The story unraveled spectacularly in front of a global audience. The scandal did major damage to Ryan's credibility and he lost sponsorship deals with Speedo and Ralph Lauren. He was also charged in Brazil with falsely reporting a crime but a judge threw the case out in July 2017. Whether he broke a law or not, for Harry it would have been another stark reason not to rekindle the friendship.
