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Once hailed as the smoldering Cuban heartthrob who dominated Spanish-language television and charmed millions on Dancing with the Stars, William Levy now finds himself facing the Florida justice system, and not for a film role. The 44-year-old actor was arrested late Monday night in Weston, Florida for disorderly intoxication and trespassing on private property.

Levy is currently being held at the Broward County Jail without bond, according to official records. It’s unclear whether he was offered a reality check with that mugshot, but he might want to start rehearsing for his court appearance. This isn’t the kind of press you want in your IMDB bio.

The Incident: Boozy, Belligerent, and Busted

According to arrest reports, Levy was allegedly intoxicated in public, behaving erratically and creating a scene that prompted someone to call law enforcement. Police found him on private property without permission, which led to the trespassing charge. And yes, it’s as embarrassing as it sounds.

Disorderly intoxication in Florida is classified as a second-degree misdemeanor, carrying a maximum sentence of 60 days in jail and a $500 fine. The trespassing charge could potentially land him up to one year in jail, depending on whether the property was considered occupied. Spoiler: it was.

In short, he’s got some explaining to do.

From Leading Man to Legal Woes

This arrest comes on the heels of Levy’s increasingly chaotic personal life. Just last year, his longtime partner Elizabeth Gutiérrez, with whom he shares two children, confirmed their separation after more than 20 years of on-again-off-again drama.

In March 2024, things took an even more uncomfortable turn when police were called to Levy’s residence after his daughter, Kailey, alleged that he had locked her out of a room and “grabbed” her. He denied the accusations, and no charges were filed, but the incident did little to help his image as a responsible adult, let alone a parent.

If you’re sensing a pattern here, you’re not wrong. The man who once graced People en Español’s Sexiest Man Alive cover is now making headlines for all the wrong reasons.

A Career at a Crossroads (or a Cliff)

Levy rose to fame with steamy roles in telenovelas like Café con Aroma de Mujer and Sortilegio, quickly earning a crossover fanbase when he joined Dancing with the Stars in 2012. That chiseled jawline and killer moves made him a household name, but the shine has been fading for a while now.

More recently, he’s been involved in international projects, including the upcoming thriller series Arcadia. But let’s be honest: even the best PR team would struggle to spin an arrest involving public drunkenness and criminal trespassing into a good look.

At this point, Levy’s career seems to be teetering between comeback and collapse, depending on how he handles this mess. And whether he remembers it.

Public Reaction: Shock, Shade, and Schadenfreude

Unsurprisingly, social media had thoughts. Fans of his telenovelas expressed everything from concern to full-blown exasperation. Others noted the irony of a man who once played suave, morally upright protagonists now finding himself drunk and trespassing like it’s spring break circa 2005.

One user tweeted, “William Levy out here method acting as a disaster,” while another quipped, “I guess that ‘source of drama’ energy finally broke containment.”

Honestly? Fair.

What Happens Next?

At the time of writing, Levy remains in custody. His legal team has not released a statement, nor has Gutiérrez commented publicly. A court hearing date has not yet been scheduled. It’s safe to assume his lawyers are scrambling behind the scenes to clean this up before it gets worse.

As for Levy? Whether this becomes a minor footnote or a full-on scandal will depend on whether he can pull it together. Or if he’s destined to become yet another cautionary tale about fame, ego, and tequila.

From “Sex Symbol” to “Send Help”

It’s honestly impressive (in the most tragic way possible) how fast Levy has gone from red carpets to police bookings. It’s almost as if playing dramatic roles for decades blurred the line between character and reality. But here’s the thing: you can’t charm your way out of a mugshot.

The world’s watching, William. Don’t give us another performance. Just maybe try getting your life together.

We’ll be updating this story as it develops. Hopefully next time, the headlines involve a movie, not the county jail.

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