Farzad "Tony" Toutouni, a 55-year-old Iranian man, has been arrested by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Los Angeles. He was known on social media for his lavish lifestyle, showcasing his wealth and extravagance on Instagram. Toutouni's Instagram account, @lunatic_living, had over 1 million followers and featured photos and videos of his luxurious life, including private jets, expensive cars, and parties with scantily-clad women.
Toutouni's social media presence portrayed a life of luxury and excess. His Instagram posts often featured him surrounded by women, expensive cars, and large amounts of cash. In one post, he was seen sitting on a private jet with three women, with a large stack of $100 bills in front of him. The post was captioned "I live my life like it's my last day every day!" In another post, he was seen holding a plate of food and sitting with a woman wearing only underwear on his lap.
Toutouni's arrest was announced on November 9, 2026, after he was taken into custody on October 27, 2026. According to ICE, he was arrested for allegedly violating US immigration laws. Toutouni had been living in a $5 million house in the Hollywood Hills area of Los Angeles. He had been promoting a lifestyle of wealth and excess on social media, often referring to himself as a "Pelvis Philanthropist" and a self-made entrepreneur.
However, behind his glamorous social media persona, Toutouni had been facing legal troubles for many years. According to ICE, he had been the subject of multiple investigations and lawsuits since 1989. He had been convicted of various crimes, including using fake checks, forgery, and identity theft. In 1993, a US immigration judge ordered him to be deported, but he was not removed from the country at that time.
Toutouni had also been known to attend high-profile events, including the Burning Man festival. He often posted photos and videos of himself at these events, showcasing his extravagant lifestyle. However, in a 2016 interview, he stated that he no longer wanted to attend such events. Despite his claims, his social media presence continued to showcase a life of luxury and excess.
According to ICE, Toutouni had re-entered the US illegally in 2011, crossing the border near Saint Clair, Michigan, using a small electric boat he had purchased in Canada. He had previously been deported to Mexico in 1999, but had re-entered the US without authorization. His arrest and detention have sparked an immigration case, which is ongoing.
Toutouni is currently being held in a US detention facility, pending the outcome of his immigration case. His arrest has highlighted the issue of individuals using social media to portray a luxurious lifestyle, while hiding their true circumstances. The case also raises questions about the ease with which individuals can enter and remain in the US, despite having a history of immigration violations.
Key points
- Toutouni's arrest was the result of a long history of alleged immigration violations and crimes.
- He had been living a life of luxury and excess, which he showcased on social media.
- His case raises questions about US immigration policy and the ease with which individuals can enter and remain in the country.
