Brooks Nader Confesses to Attempted Car Break-In with Baseball Bat

Before becoming a Sports Illustrated swimsuit model, Brooks Naderapparently had a more rebellious streak—and a flair for the dramatic.

Brooks Nader recounted a wild teenage moment in a recent TikTok post. She shared a story where she tried to use a baseball bat to break into her dad’s car after he confiscated her phone upon catching her sending scandalous photos.

Nader’s TikTok video was part of the viral “You’re so funny!” TikTok trend. In the clip, she was seen lying back with a grin before delving into the jaw-dropping story. According to her, when she was 16, her dad discovered her sending inappropriate pictures on her phone. Shocked and determined to intervene, he seized the device and locked himself in his car to read through the messages.

Feeling the weight of potential consequences, Nader admitted that she then resorted to grabbing a baseball bat. She tried to smash her way through the car window in an attempt to retrieve her phone. It remains unclear how close she got to breaking the glass, but her efforts ultimately proved unsuccessful.

In the TikTok caption, she humorously added that the incident led to her being “grounded for approx 2 years!!!”

The TikTok confession sparked a mix of reactions from viewers, ranging from disbelief to relatability. Some were shocked by the extreme lengths she went to, while others admitted they could relate.

One commenter wrote, “Same, girl,” suggesting teenage rebellion might be more universal than expected.

“Reminds me of the time I snapped my phone in half before my parents could grab it from me,” another shared.

“I fear I’ve also experienced this,” a third revealed.

Despite the dramatic teenage moment, it appears Nader and her dad are on good terms now. She often posts TikTok videos featuring him, indicating that their relationship has healed over time.

The Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model has added a surprising twist to her on-and-off romance with Savchenko. Despite their high-profile relationship, Nader recently revealed that she’s still legally married to her estranged husband, Billy Haire.

In a playful TikTok post shared on January 20, Nader and Savchenko lip-synced to audio from an interview between Ellen DeGeneres and Amy Schumer. In the clip, Savchenko mimicked Ellen’s question, “And how is your husband doing?” while Nader humorously mouthed Amy’s response, “He’s great. Chris, right?”

The caption read, “Plot twist: still legally married,” leaving fans stunned.

Nader and Haire, who tied the knot in December 2019, announced their separation in May 2024. At the time, a rep for Nader told PEOPLE that the split was “amicable” and followed months of living apart. Although their divorce remains unresolved, Brooks has since moved on, both personally and professionally.

Just months after her separation, Nader joined “Dancing with the Stars,” where she sparked romance rumors with Savchenko, a veteran of the show since 2013. Their chemistry became undeniable when the couple confirmed their relationship with a public kiss in September 2024.

Since their debut as a couple, Nader and Savchenko haven’t shied away from the spotlight. They’ve shared PDA-filled TikTok videos, flaunted matching tattoos, and even aired their grievances publicly after a brief breakup in October 2024. Despite the ups and downs, the pair continue to enjoy each other’s company.

“We’re just having fun, honestly,” Nader told E! Newsin September. “And you know, just living our life.”

Savchenko, who shares daughters Olivia, 13, and Zlata, 7, with ex-wife Elena Samodanova, has navigated his relationship with Nader alongside his responsibilities as a father. Meanwhile, Nader’s playful admission about her unresolved divorce adds a layer of complexity to their romance, but it’s clear the pair is focused on enjoying the moment.

As Nader and Savchenko continue their whirlwind relationship, fans are eager to see what’s next for the couple—and how Nader’s marital status will play into the next chapter of her personal life.