Grace Lilly, the 27-year-old star of Bravo's reality series Southern Hospitality, has been arrested for the second time in recent months, this time on charges of possession of a controlled substance in Charleston, South Carolina. According to official records viewed by The Independent, Lilly was taken into custody on Tuesday morning, with her bond set at $10,575. However, she was released on personal recognizance, meaning she did not have to pay as long as she promised to appear in court.
Previous Incident Involving 'Happy Pills'
This arrest follows a prior incident in late December, when Lilly was handcuffed after police discovered a bottle labeled "Happy Pills" in her car during a traffic stop for an alleged illegal lane change. At the time, Lilly claimed the pills were Xanax and birth control, but she could not provide proof of a prescription for the Xanax, as detailed in a police report obtained by Page Six.
Ongoing Legal Troubles and Restraining Order
Compounding her legal issues, there was also an outstanding warrant for Lilly's arrest related to a restraining order granted to her ex-boyfriend due to alleged harassment over a pet cat. North Carolina authorities stated that Lilly had been harassing her ex-boyfriend for two years regarding the feline, which they purchased together in late 2022. After the ex-boyfriend won a Claim and Delivery suit for ownership of the cat, Lilly was accused of repeatedly trying to contact him, enter his apartment, and take the cat back.
The ex-boyfriend reported that Lilly's actions made him "paranoid of her popping up in his life," leading to the restraining order and the subsequent warrant. The Independent has reached out to the Charleston County Sheriff's Office and Bravo for further comment on these developments.
Background on Southern Hospitality and Lilly's Role
Grace Lilly has been a prominent figure on all four seasons of Southern Hospitality, a Bravo spin-off of Southern Charm that follows the staff of a high-end nightclub in Charleston as they navigate work, friendships, and personal dramas. Season four of the series premiered earlier this month, adding to the scrutiny surrounding Lilly's recent arrests and legal challenges.
