Big Tiger, beloved TV personality, arrested on child cruelty charges


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Big Tigger, longtime Atlanta radio personality and former host of BET rap cityHas been arrested on charges of battery and child cruelty.

According to Fulton County Jail records, Tiger — whose real name is Darian Morgan — was taken into custody Saturday and booked on charges of assault and third-degree cruelty to children.

He was later released after posting a $10,000 bond.

Big Tiger speaks on stage at 106 and Park "reunion" During the BET Experience Fan Fest at the Los Angeles Convention Center on June 08, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. Big Tiger speaks on stage at 106 and Park "reunion" During the BET Experience Fan Fest at the Los Angeles Convention Center on June 08, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.
Big Tiger speaks on stage at the 106th & Park “Reunion” during the BET Experience Fan Fest at the Los Angeles Convention Center on June 08, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for BET)

The arrest comes just weeks after Morgan’s wife, Alicia Brown, publicly accused him of physically assaulting her during a domestic dispute.

Brown shared photos and videos on social media, allegedly showing the injuries he sustained during the incident. According to previous reports, he was later taken to hospital for treatment.

At the time, Morgan strongly denied the allegations.

his lawyer told tmz That the claims being made against the radio host were false.

Authorities have not confirmed whether the charges filed this weekend are from the same alleged incident involving Brown.

Right now, many details remain unclear.

What is known is that Morgan was a familiar face to hip-hop fans during his years as a member of Atlanta Radio and hosting rap city, Now faces serious criminal charges that could have significant legal consequences.

On June 12, Morgan shared a social media post in which he addressed the allegations made by Brown.

“I want to say clearly that the allegations and allegations that are being made about me are false, untrue, this is not happening, has not happened.” He said.

Neither Morgan nor his representatives have commented publicly on the arrest since the charges were filed.

On Monday, Morgan shared a message on social media that read, “Life is a cruel teacher… She likes to give you the test first, and the lesson later.”

We will have further updates on this developing story as new information becomes available.




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