Ed Matthews, a 23-year-old British social media influencer who was featured in Louis Theroux's documentary "Inside the Manosphere," was arrested in the United States on Monday. The incident occurred in Texas while Matthews was reportedly watching England's 3-2 victory over Mexico.
Footage shared on social media appears to show Matthews being ejected from a pub and subsequently arguing with patrons and management. He was later seen being handcuffed by police along with another individual. While seated on the curb, Matthews and his companion were recorded chanting. \n
An audio clip surfacing on TikTok on Tuesday appears to capture Matthews speaking with police after his arrest. When questioned about the reason for his detention, an American officer stated, "Public intoxication." Matthews, audibly slurring his words, questioned the charge, asserting he had done nothing wrong after leaving the pub. The clip also includes him making derogatory remarks towards the officer.
Matthews gained notoriety for his appearance in Theroux's 2026 documentary, which examined the online community of content creators advocating for a hypermasculine lifestyle. This philosophy has drawn criticism for promoting misogynistic and anti-feminist ideologies. Matthews has not yet provided an update on his situation following the arrest.