Brooks Nader admitted to trying to break into a car with a baseball bat

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

In a recent TikTok post, Brooks Nader talked about a wild moment as a teenager when she tried to use a baseball bat to break into her father’s car after he confiscated her phone after catching her sending scandalous photos.

Nader’s videopart of the viral “You’re so funny!” The TikTok trend begins with her lying on her back with a smile before diving into a stunning story. She said that at the age of 16, her father caught her sending indecent pictures on her phone. Shocked and determined to intervene, he grabbed the device and locked himself in his car to read the messages.

Faced with the possible consequences, Nader says she grabbed a baseball bat and tried to smash her way through the car window to get her phone back. Although it is unclear how close she came to breaking the glass, her efforts were unsuccessful.

In her TikTok caption, she jokingly added that the incident led to her being “suspended for about 2 years!!!”

The recognition on TikTok caused a variety of reactions from viewers – from disbelief to relatability. Some were shocked at what she went to, while others admitted they could relate.

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

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

“I’m afraid I felt it too,” said a third.

Despite a dramatic moment as a teenager, it seems that Nader and her father are now on good terms. She often posts videos with him on TikTok, indicating that their relationship has healed over time.

The Sports Illustrated swimsuit the model brought an unexpected shade to her romance with Savchenko. Despite their high-profile relationship, Nader recently revealed that she is still legally married to her husband, Billy Hair.

In a playful TikTok post posted on January 20, Nader and Savchenko lip-synced to the audio of an interview between Ellen DeGeneres and Amy Schumer. In the clip, Savchenko imitated Ellen’s question: “How is your husband?” while Nader humored Amy’s response: “He’s great. Chris, right?”

The caption read: “Plot twist: Still legally married,” leaving fans in a daze.

Nader and Haire, who married in December 2019, announced their separation in May 2024. At the time, Nader’s representative said PEOPLE that the split was “amicable” and followed months of separation. Although their divorce remains unresolved, Brooks has since moved on, both personally and professionally.

A few months after her separation, Nader joined Dancing with the Stars, where she caused rumors about an affair with Savchenkoa veteran of the show since 2013. Their chemistry was undeniable when the couple confirmed their relationship with a public kiss in September 2024.

Since their debut, the couple Nader and Savchenko have not shied away from attention. They’ve shared PDA-filled TikTok videos, flaunted matching tattoos, and even publicly aired their grudges after a brief split in October 2024. Despite their ups and downs, the couple continues to enjoy each other’s company.

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

Savchenko, who has daughters Olivia, 13, and Zlata, 7, with ex-wife Alena Samodanova, managed his relationship with Nader alongside his duties as a father. Meanwhile, Nader’s playful confession about her pending divorce complicates their romance, but it’s clear the couple is focused on enjoying the moment.

While Nader and Savchenko continue their tumultuous relationship, fans are excited to see what’s next for the couple — and how Nader’s marital status will affect the next chapter of her personal life.