Backstreet Boys singer Brian Littrell has sparked controversy after a heated exchange with a sunbather on a beach near his Florida home. The 51-year-old musician confronted Kyle Gallagher, who was sitting on the wet sand outside Littrell's mansion in Santa Rosa Beach, Walton County.
Video footage shows Littrell approaching Gallagher, who was wearing headphones and scrolling on his phone. Gallagher, startled, jumped up and an argument ensued. Gallagher claimed the beach had public access, while Littrell insisted on private property rights. During the row, Littrell asked Gallagher, 'You wanna be gay?' and called him a 'p***y'. Social media users alleged Littrell used a homophobic slur, which his lawyer later denied.
Littrell attempted to press criminal charges, but deputies concluded the video evidence did not show sufficient criminal intent. The case was dropped. Littrell then sued Walton County, alleging failure to protect him from trespassers. A judge dismissed the lawsuit. Littrell's attorney, Peter Ticktin, criticised the sheriff's office for not enforcing the law.
The incident has drawn widespread criticism online, with many accusing Littrell of overstepping. One user wrote that Littrell 'is the problem', while another called him a 'whole Karen'. Ticktin defended Littrell, stating that he and his family are entitled to safety and privacy on their property, and that public beaches exist nearby.
