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Fox News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Backstreet Boy claims 'American Dream' is under attack as he battles sheriff over beach trespassers
Brian Littrell just wants the alleged trespassers on his beach to quit playing games. "This is the American dream," the Backstreet Boys singer told Fox News Digital this week. "Like I've worked for three decades, longer than three decades, in the music business to have some sort of honesty and transparency in my music. You know, music is an emotion that brings all kinds of walks of life together for happiness and joy. And so I think I could walk out on the beach and, you know, people would be like, 'Hey, man, it's nice to meet you,' but just keep it moving, like just keep walking, because that beach access doesn't entitle you to a public beach." The 50-year-old recently sued the Walton County Sheriff's Office in Florida for a writ of mandamus, claiming officials aren't doing their part to help keep trespassers off of his private beach. "It's very frustrating, and this has been a humbling experience, I have to say, because [we're] not getting any help, it's not getting anywhere," Littrell admitted. "Hopefully, we'll get some sort of resolve or some sort of communication that will come out of this that will basically draw the line in the sand, no pun intended, where, 'Hey, just keep it moving. This is private.' We don't want any qualms." He added, "So, we're about the truth and the law. It's just that simple." Littrell said that he now fears for his safety in his backyard at the beach home where he's lived for three years. "The frustrating thing is that we're not getting any help, you know, we're not getting any law enforcement down there … and we know the law, because we're taxpayers," he said. "It shouldn't be that difficult." The tipping point for him was a couple of weeks ago. "My wife called 911 three times and nobody showed. Nobody showed at all. We had trespassers on our property. They were filming. They were using our stuff and our equipment, and our beach stuff, and, no, she's not gonna walk out there by herself. And the third time she called 911, the dispatch lady hung up on her. So this is a heartfelt plea for all property owners that you have rights. You know, we have rights just like everybody else." WATCH: BACKSTREET BOYS' BRIAN LITTRELL CLAIMS 'AMERICAN DREAM' IS UNDER ATTACK AS HE BATTLES SHERIFF OVER BEACH TRESPASSERS "So, this is a heartfelt plea for all property owners that you have rights. You know, we have rights just like everybody else." He said the police are trying to protect the public, "but they forget that we are part of the public, too, because we are beachfront owners. So, there just has to be a line in the sand, no pun intended. There has to some sort of line where we have boundaries." The Walton County Sheriff's Office told Fox News Digital it doesn't "comment on pending litigation," adding it "prides itself on handling every situation, call for service, or interaction with professionalism using a customer service approach. This has always been our philosophy and will continue to be moving forward." Peter Ticktin, Littrell's lawyer, told Fox News Digital that they had already won a lawsuit to prove that Brian owned the beach behind his house, but "They're still coming, they're still there, because they have a purpose in mind." Ticktin claimed the alleged trespassers believe that someone who works hard shouldn't necessarily have the right to have their own private beach. "The fact is that if you've got talent, and you work really, really hard, you get to be someplace in this world where you can afford to buy a piece of property, and it's yours," he said. "That's the American dream. And to have these people invade his backyard and then to have the sheriffs come and talk to them and tell them they can stay there only encourages them to do more and more wrong, to the point where they actually are assaulting the security people that had to be hired to be able to protect the property." He added, "They hate entitlement, but they're the ones that are seemingly claiming an entitlement to not only be where they don't belong, but to assault people in the process." Littrell said his American Dream was to own a little beach home "that we could go and enjoy and watch the sunset and take pictures and live out memories." He continued, "I'm in my 50s now … I mean, come on. Like, I want to start slowing down a little bit and I want to start enjoying life and I don't want to make the news for this kind of stuff. It's just, it's kind of frustrating. I want to make news about positive music that's changing the world, because we're still at it. We're still doing great, and that's a blessing. And it's like, just because I work hard for it, it's not entitled to everybody else." Littrell said he had no intention to sell the house. "We have a tiny little piece of paradise that we literally prayed for. I mean, we seriously prayed for a place like this for almost 30 years," he said, adding, "The beach makes you feel small. So, you know, it's a great place to write songs, too. And you feel smaller than life when you go to the beach. You don't feel larger than life. You feel smaller than life. You know, I don't wanna be chased out of an area that I love."
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Backstreet Boys' Brian Littrell claims 'American Dream' is under attack as he battles sheriff over beach trespassers
The singer, who has filed a lawsuit against a Florida sheriff's department to force them to help keep trespassers off his private beach, told Fox News Digital that what he cares about is 'the truth and the law.'
Daily Telegraph
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Telegraph
Backstreet Boys star Brian Littrell's bitter battle over private beach
Backstreet Boys singer Brian Littrell has filed a lawsuit against a Florida county, accusing the sheriff's department of refusing to keep trespassers off his private beach. The 50-year-old said that to protect the 'peaceful enjoyment' of his property in Walton County, Florida, on the Gulf Coast, his limited liability company, BLB Beach Hut LLC, has put up 'no trespassing' signs as well as tables, chairs and umbrellas showing where the property line starts on the beach, according to the lawsuit obtained by Fox News Digital and filed in a Florida court recently. The pop star wrote that the efforts have been 'in vain, as numerous trespassers have set out to antagonise, bully and harass the Littrell family by regularly, every day, trespassing on BLB's beach, on the Subject Property, in open defiance of the law.' The lawsuit seeks a writ of mandamus to require the sheriff's department to keep the alleged trespassers off of his beach. MORE:Brad Pitt's major change after home invasion Cosby cops $250k blow amid $6m showdown 'Hate him': Singer blasts Hollywood star Littrell wrote in the lawsuit that he has been forced to hire security to protect his land and family, and filled out a Walton County Trespass Authorization Form, authorising the sheriff's department to warn and prosecute trespassers on his property. 'Despite BLB's numerous requests and the execution of the required forms, the sheriff has refused to come to the Subject Property to enforce the law and remove the trespassers, to charge the trespassers, or to take any action, at all, thereby refusing to do their duty,' the lawsuit claims. The lawsuit says that on May 4, a sheriff's deputy spoke to an alleged trespasser on Littrell's property, but didn't remove the trespasser or cite them, merely saying that the alleged trespasser ''doesn't agree with private beaches,' going on to characterise BLB's insistence that it's constitutional rights be upheld as 'lunacy,' to use one of the words used by a deputy of the Sheriff's Department.' The lawsuit also claims that on June 5, an alleged trespasser grabbed legal documents related to the dispute out of the property manager's hand 'and scattered the papers into the wind across the beach.' Littrel said BLB also contacted the sheriff's department twice that day regarding the 'aggressor,' but the department 'refused to send any officer.' 'When BLB personnel contacted the Sheriff for the third time to request an officer again, the 911 operator simply hung up on BLB personnel rather than dispatching the officer that was requested more than an hour prior,' the lawsuit states. He claimed that the sheriff's department is now 'openly defying BLB's requests for assistance to protect its constitutionally protected property rights,' claiming that deputies were overheard on two separate occasions saying that the sheriff was 'proud of not issuing any citations for trespassing on the property.' 'Vitriol' against BLB 'has recently escalated,' the lawsuit says, claiming that a trespasser damaged a table on his property 'after being warned by a BLB employee.' Littrell claimed that a deputy had come to the property, but hadn't taken any action against the alleged trespasser, and 'body camera footage shows multiple instances of disrespect against BLB's agents by the responding officer.' Claiming the sheriff's department continues to 'shirk its duty,' the lawsuit added, 'These are unprecedented times, if the Sheriff continues to refuse to protect and uphold the rights of BLB and other community members, private property and other rights held by Florida citizens will only exist on paper.' The Walton County Sheriff's Office told Fox News Digital the department doesn't 'comment on pending litigation,' adding it 'prides itself on handling every situation, call for service, or interaction with professionalism using a customer service approach. 'This has always been our philosophy and will continue to be moving forward.' Littrell told Fox News Digital in a statement: 'We bought a home here on this private beach on the Gulf of America in order to be able to vacation in quiet, to be able to enjoy our time without any attention or drama. 'Unfortunately, we had no idea that there was already a battle which had been happening for years.' He said that since buying the home, 'we have been targeted by people that don't normally frequent this beach or live in the area. 'These people, the ones who insist on trespassing in what is actually our backyard, who started this fight have to pass several scarcely populated public beach areas to get to our property.' Littrell claimed that the alleged trespassers are 'people who believe that anyone who has succeeded and managed to live the American Dream must be bad people. 'They want it so no one owns anything, and everyone is happy, except it never works out that way.' He added, 'The really scary thing is we have provided to law enforcement all the things they asked of all the private beach homeowners to enforce the law and they will not bother to do their duty to protect the homeowners. 'They will not do the job they were hired to do when hired and sworn in under oath to … protect the citizens and enforce the law.' He claimed the sheriff's department has 'come against us and will not do their jobs. They allow people to harass and stalk us and the security people,' they hired, adding, 'They are MAD that we bought a home on a private beach.' Parts of this story first appeared in Fox News and was republished with permission. MORE: 'F***ing ridiculous': Ozzy lets rip on US flee Will Smith's enormous compound exposed Star's big change amid Tom Cruise rumours
Forbes
14-07-2025
- Forbes
Hidden Indulgence: The Ocean Club Brings A Luxury Experience To The The Dominican Republic's North Coast
For a less traveled and more secluded Dominican Republic holiday, consider a stay at the Ocean Club, one of Marriott's Luxury Collection properties. Located just a quick 15 minute drive from the Puerto Plata airport, this resort will transport you to a perfectly relaxing private beach. The Ocean Club has terrific service, spacious and placid rooms and a boutique-hotel feel with all the perks of a larger property. Your private beach awaits Marriott Beach lovers will enjoy the protected beach. Guests can snorkel right in front of the resort and the friendly staff will happily feed the fish to enhance your view. Paddle boards and kayaks are also available. Three spacious pools give you the choice between a saltwater mini-lap pool, the beach infinity pool or the adult pool which is conveniently located just step away from the Veuve Clicquot champagne bar. Two large whirlpools are also on site. And this is not one of those resorts where you have to get up at dawn to snag a beach chair. There are multiple cabanas, ample beach chairs and several hammocks for you lounging pleasure. Choose your favorite pool Marriott If you want to venture off property, the concierge can arrange a catamaran trip, a golf excursion or a tour of Puerto Plata's favorite spots in a fleet of classic cars. The light filled spa Marriott What should you do after an extremely relaxing day of enjoying the rolling waves or an active morning in town? Your ideal next stop is the property's Ocean Club by ESPA spa. This sky lit space is the ideal place to enjoy a range of massages that include aromatherapy, deep tissue, four hand or shiatsu massage. An unusually designed glass-walled sauna and steam room and nature-themed art add to the Caribbean vibe. A light-filled suite Marriott You are guaranteed to have a restful night in one of the property's light-filled rooms. Large groups and families will appreciate the fully-equipped kitchens and multi-bedroom options. For a splurge, consider the Penthouse Suite which includes four bedrooms, an oceanrfont view and your private rooftop terrace. Sunset dining Marriott Food is another highlight. Aguají offers a menu inspired by the country's indigenous and Taíno cultures, but with a modern twist. The seasonal menu might include zarina cheese empanandas, creamy rice with goat meat and avocado and corn donuts. Locally inspired cuisine Marriott While relaxing in the afternoon, the Veuve Clicquot Sun Club Costa Norte serves elevated poolside dining options such as pizzetas and mini burgers and of course this is the place to enjoy some chilled champagne. La Cave Wine & Cigar Cellar boasts an impressive wine list, Dominican rum, and premium cigars. Your server can recommend perfectly food pairings and mixology classes are also available. Sunset Lounge Marriott Lastly, you can expect an exceedingly warm welcome from the terrific staff at the Ocean Club where the service is outstanding and everyone is eager to make sure you have a terrific vacation.
Times
13-07-2025
- Times
A modern waterside wonder on the Isle of Wight is yours for £4.75m
Fishbourne Quay House is an award-winning waterside home in Fishbourne, just along the coast from Ryde. It has more than 50 metres of of private beach frontage and views over Wootton Creek and the Solent. The ground floor has a large kitchen-living space, three guest bedrooms with en suite and a bunk room. Upstairs, a galleried landing leads to the main bedroom, which has a balcony, dressing room and en suite bathroom. There is also a library, TV room, triple-aspect study, two further bedroom suites and a large basement garage. Its outbuildings include a boathouse cabin with sea views and a garden store. There is also a swimming pool and pontoon mooring, ideal if you like messing about on the water. Fishbourne, which is accessed from the mainland via the Whitelink ferry, has several shops and pubs. • Best coastal towns to live in the UK 2025 Moorthwaite Cottage is a grade II listed five-bedroom country cottage near the market town of Wigton. Dating from 1691, it has 3,600 sq ft of beautifully maintained living space, including three elegant reception rooms and a spacious farmhouse kitchen. The property is set in a 0.6-acre plot with far-reaching views over rolling farmland. It is only 15 minutes by car from the northern edge of the Lake District, and 30 minutes from Carlisle. Park House in Dulwich has six bedrooms, six bathrooms and almost 6,000 sq ft of contemporary living space. The home has a three-storey atrium, indoor swimming pool and sauna, floor-to-ceiling glazing and a large garden. It's right next to the northwest corner of Dulwich Park and opposite Dulwich Picture Gallery. This grade II listed townhouse is in the centre of Kingsbridge, a South Hams market town four miles north of Salcombe, the coastal resort. It has three bedrooms and is set over three floors. The modern kitchen extension has bifold doors opening onto an enclosed rear garden with steps up to timber decking with Mediterranean-style furniture. Cherry Orchard, built in 1727, is a family home in South Newington village with five bedrooms and several outbuildings in its 1.5-acre grounds, including a one-bedroom annexe that used to be a bakery. The property is seven miles from Chipping Norton (just down the road from Jeremy Clarkson's Diddly Squat farm) and five miles from Soho Farmhouse. A B listed Victorian villa, 36 Dick Place has over 6,000 sq ft of living space and a generous landscaped private garden, which includes paddocks, woodlands and a children's play area. On the lower ground floor there is a large open-plan kitchen/sitting room, an orangery, utility spaces and a guest suite. On the ground floor, find a drawing room, bedroom with an en suite bathroom and entrance hall. Upstairs are two more bedrooms and a shower room, plus a the main bedroom with a dressing room and en suite. It's in the Grange neighbourhood, south of the Scottish capital's centre. This imposing property overlooking the coastal village of Barbati, on Corfu's sheltered east coast, is home to two air-conditioned luxury villas with six bedrooms in total, plus an infinity pool, terraced dining area with outdoor kitchen and direct access to a secluded beach with private jetty. The estate is eligible for Greece's golden visa and non-dom schemes. An impressive riverside stone house in Saint-Géry, with views of the Lot valley in the southwest region of Occitanie. The five-bedroom, five-bathroom home has traditional features, including a bread oven, wine cellar and a tower with a stone staircase. There is also an outdoor swimming pool and a clifftop spa bath with private terrace. A perfectly authentic Tuscan estate in a rural setting close to the town of San Miniato, halfway between Pisa and Florence (25 miles to the west and east, respectively). The estate, spanning about 110 acres, has five dwellings. The main house is a traditional Tuscan farmhouse, which was renovated in 2012 and has six bedrooms. The second-biggest house is divided into three flats with a separate office and a storage room.
