Brian Littrell, 51, best known as a Backstreet Boys legend, has hit the headlines—but not for music. Since buying a private beach property in Santa Rosa, Florida, in 2023, Brian’s been locked in a messy feud with local beachgoers and authorities. He’s repeatedly called the cops and filed lawsuits, claiming people are trespassing on the beach near his home.
Foul-Mouthed Beach Confrontation Caught on Camera
A shocking video shows Brian hurling insults at a man on the beach. In the clip, he reportedly shouts: “You want to be gay? Want to be a f****t?” The man, Kyle Gallagher, was apparently trying to enjoy the shore near Brian’s property.
“Backstreet Boys Brian Littrell, 51, makes false allegations against a beachgoer. Littrell confronted Gallagher near his Santa Rosa Beach home. But Florida law protects public access to wet sand, making Littrell’s claims shaky,” tweeted Southern FFA Family.
Florida’s Wet Sand Rule Puts Littrell in Hot Water
Here’s the kicker: Florida law states that the wet sand left by tides is public land. So anyone can legally walk or hang out there — even right in front of Brian’s house. Dry sand past the high tide line may be restricted, but the constantly shifting shoreline makes enforcement tricky.
In other words, Brian’s grip on his beach rights seems tighter than the law allows. Locals argue he’s acting like they’re invading his backyard, when in reality, they’re nowhere near his private property.
Backstreet Tensions Bubble Over
This isn’t the first time Brian’s stirred controversy. Former BSB buddy Kevin Richardson once called him out as a QAnon conspiracy theorist. With scenes like this, it’s easy to see why tensions run high.