Brian Austin Green, the former star of Beverly Hills, 90210, has finally addressed long-standing allegations that he "groomed" his ex-wife, actress Megan Fox, during their tumultuous relationship. The 51-year-old actor opened up about the rumors during a recent episode of his podcast, Oldish, where he spoke candidly with his fiancée, Sharna Burgess.
The allegations have followed Green since he and Fox began dating in 2004, when she was just 18 and he was 30. Despite the significant age gap, Green has largely remained silent on the topic until now. On May 5, 2025, he explained why he chose to keep quiet, saying, "I really logically understood that if I defend myself this one time, it’s never gonna stop. I’m gonna have to defend myself for who knows how long, because people are gonna believe what they wanna believe."
Green's comments came after Burgess expressed her curiosity about why he hadn't publicly addressed the allegations sooner. She admitted to having asked him to clarify the situation, but he felt that time would eventually help clear the air. "To me, it’s like the long game of it all," he said.
The couple's relationship has been marked by ups and downs, including multiple engagements and separations. Green and Fox first met on the set of the ABC sitcom Hope & Faith, where their romance blossomed. They got engaged in 2006, married in 2010, and welcomed three sons together: Noah, 12, Bodhi, 11, and Journey, 8. However, their relationship was far from stable, with several breakups along the way.
In 2015, Fox filed for divorce, citing "irreconcilable differences," but the couple reconciled briefly. By 2020, they announced their separation for the second time, which ultimately led to their divorce being finalized in October 2021. Green later began dating Burgess, and they welcomed a son together in June 2022 before getting engaged in September 2023.
Fox has since moved on, entering a relationship with rapper-turned-rocker Machine Gun Kelly. They got engaged in 2022 but called it off in 2024. In March 2025, Fox gave birth to their daughter, marking another chapter in her life post-Green.
During the podcast, Green also reflected on his relationship with his ex Vanessa Marcil, the mother of his first son, Kassius. He described their past as "toxic," highlighting the challenges he faced in that relationship. Green and Marcil began dating in 1999 after meeting on the set of Beverly Hills, 90210. They became engaged in 2001, but their relationship ended soon after Kassius was born in 2002.
Marcil has publicly criticized Green, alleging that both he and Fox cut Kassius out of their lives. Recently, she shared a text exchange that suggested Green had forgotten about their son's graduation, which reignited discussions about their co-parenting struggles.
In the podcast, Green admitted that the emotional fallout from his past relationships has influenced how he navigates his current life. He mentioned that his father's logical approach to emotions has shaped his own responses. "I think it comes from my dad. He’s very good at cutting emotion out of something and just being logical in his choices," he explained.
Green's reflections on his past relationships reveal a man grappling with his experiences and the public's perception of him. He acknowledged that marrying and starting a family at a young age was overwhelming for Fox, who he said felt she had missed out on parts of life because of their early commitment.
"I think when she realized that, she wanted out quickly, which is then what made it hard for me," Green shared. He noted that their first divorce request came as a shock, especially during a time when he was dealing with significant health issues.
As Green continues to navigate his personal life, he remains focused on his children and his relationship with Burgess. He hopes that living a life free of controversy will help dispel the rumors that have long plagued him.
In the end, Green's story is one of resilience amidst the challenges of public scrutiny and personal growth. As he moves forward with Burgess and their family, it seems he is determined to leave the past behind and focus on the future.
