In May 2025, Brittany Furlan, comedian and internet personality, addressed rumors surrounding her marriage to Mötley Crüe drummer Tommy Lee. In a candid TikTok video posted on May 17, Furlan revealed that she had been the victim of a catfishing incident involving someone impersonating Falling in Reverse frontman Ronnie Radke on Snapchat. This revelation came amid speculation about her relationship with Lee, whom she married on Valentine’s Day in 2019.
Furlan explained that during a challenging period in her six-year marriage, she began communicating with someone she believed to be Radke. Upon discovering the deception, she informed Lee, leading to further strain in their relationship. Furlan stated, “I told my husband everything. I said, you know, ‘I’ve been talking to whoever I thought this was on Snapchat—he says it’s not him, cool, whatever—’cause I’m a good person. I mean, I’m not a good person for talking to someone while married. I’ve been going through a lot in my marriage. No excuse, whatever.”
Following the incident, Furlan reported that she had been living in a hotel and expressed frustration over the public scrutiny of her personal life. She accused the real Ronnie Radke of making the situation public after Lee confronted him, believing the rumors. Furlan also claimed that Radke had been harassing her, stating that he had ignored three cease-and-desist letters and continued to message her. She pleaded, “I’ve had enough. He’s been harassing me for two weeks. He’s been sent three cease and desists and has not listened. For the final time—Leave me alone Ronnie.”
Radke responded by denying any involvement, asserting that he had never communicated with Furlan and that the Snapchat account in question was not his. He expressed concern over the impersonation, stating, “I’m actually kinda flabbergasted. There’s multiple other girls that were involved with the same Snapchat, and I just don’t want people getting tricked and duped.”
The situation escalated when the U.S. Department of Justice became involved, launching an investigation into the catfishing incident. Radke revealed that several other women had been similarly deceived and that he had provided evidence to authorities. The case highlighted the dangers of online impersonation and its potential consequences.
Amid the controversy, both Furlan and Lee shared cryptic messages on social media. Lee posted on Instagram, “Who’s been catfished?” while Furlan shared a quote about truth in darkness and expressed gratitude for supportive friends. These posts fueled speculation about the state of their marriage.
Reports also surfaced suggesting that Lee’s drinking habits contributed to the couple’s marital issues. Sources indicated that Furlan and others close to Lee had urged him to seek sobriety, but he had been resistant. The couple had reportedly been living apart for two weeks, with no clear indication of plans to file for divorce.
Furlan and Lee’s relationship began in 2017 after meeting on the celebrity dating app Raya. They announced their engagement in 2018 and married a year later. Throughout their relationship, they shared glimpses of their life together on social media, often expressing affection for one another. However, the recent events have cast uncertainty over their future as a couple.
As the investigation into the catfishing incident continues, Furlan has requested privacy and urged the public to refrain from making assumptions about her personal life. She emphasized that the situation has been emotionally taxing and that she is focusing on her well-being.
The unfolding drama serves as a reminder of the complexities of public relationships and the potential pitfalls of online interactions. Furlan’s experience underscores the importance of vigilance in digital communications and the need for support systems during personal crises.
