In a viral video circulating on X in June 2025, controversial influencer Andrew Tate claimed he “accidentally” derailed his ex-girlfriend’s marriage by revealing her past to her new husband on their wedding day. Tate described sending a message via a pseudonymous account, exposing that his ex, allegedly model Brianna Stern, had been intimate with him years earlier, sparking an argument that unraveled her marriage. But is this dramatic tale true, or is it another chapter in Tate’s pattern of sensational storytelling?
Andrew Tate, 38-year-old British-American former kickboxer and self-described misogynist social influencer, has attracted a massive following on the internet, particularly among youngsters, from his provocative “manosphere” content on the internet. He has over 10 million followers on X and, despite misogynistic content-full or misogynistic speech-laced videos, has accumulated billions of views on TikTok and other such sites. The public persona of Tate thrives on extravagant displays of riches, alpha male swagger, and divisive opinions on gender roles.
Nevertheless, his fame is marred by serious legal problems. Accusations include human trafficking, rape, and forming a criminal gang within Romania, and sexual assault within the UK and US. Tate denies all charges and interprets them as a “witch hunt” by his critics.
Tate’s story paints a vivid scene: a groom, celebrating his wedding, receives a message revealing his bride’s past with Tate.
“You do know Tate smashed her at a threesome six years ago, don’t you?”
Tate claims he wrote, prompting the groom to confront his bride, who grows defensive, sowing seeds of distrust. Tate relishes the fallout, saying,
“He’ll know she’s lying, and that’s when the pain will set in.”
The anecdote, shared in a video that spread rapidly online, aligns with Tate’s brand of provocative storytelling, emphasizing control and humiliation.
Instead, Stern’s allegations against Tate present a grim sketch. Stern filed a lawsuit against Tate on March 27, 2025, and alleged that while they were dating, he committed sexual assault, battery, and emotional abuse against her. She alleges that on March 11, 2025, at the Beverly Hills Hotel, Tate choked her during a consensual encounter that turned violent, causing her to nearly lose consciousness.
“Tate began verbally degrading me… this time it was much worse, more aggressive,”
Stern stated in court documents.
Medical records confirm she was diagnosed with post-concussion syndrome after the incident, and she sought a restraining order, citing threats like,
“If you ever cross me, I’m going to kill you.”
Tate’s legal team denies the claims, calling them a “blatant cash grab” and questioning the authenticity of text messages where Tate allegedly wrote,
“I really love hitting you, it’s very good for me.”
Andrew Tate reveals the story of how he ruined his ex-girlfriend’s marriage 💀 pic.twitter.com/KPqr4pRYGm
Stern’s lawsuit follows on the heels of Tate’s current legal troubles, including human trafficking and rape allegations in Romania and Britain. The reaction from the public splits along condemnation and defense lines: critics cite a suspected history of abuse, while defenders, even famous ones like Donald Trump Jr., dismiss allegations as conspiracy theories.
“The brothers Tate are suing to shut up critics,”
said Marcel van der Watt from the National Center on Sexual Exploitation, referring to their lawsuit tactics as “intimidation.” The outcome to Stern’s lawsuit, and others, may redefine Tate’s public image and legal standing.
