‘Teen Mom’ star Amber Portwood’s fiancé found days after he was reported missing

UPDATE: On June 14, the Bryson City Police Department updated its original Facebook post revealing that Gary Wayt has been found.

“No further information available at this time,” police said. “Case is Closed.”

The original story continues below.

Over the last two weeks, “Teen Mom OG” star Amber Portwood was celebrating life.

According to Us Weekly, Portwood and her partner, Gary R. Wayt, had just gotten engaged.

Now, everything has reportedly changed.

As Entertainment Tonight reports, Wayt has been reported missing. Reports state that Wayt was first reported missing on Monday, June 10.

By Tuesday, June 11, the Bryson City Police Department was using social media, asking anyone if they knew of Wayt’s whereabouts.

“Missing person GARY R. WAYT. 39 yrs old . 6’01” 205 pounds bald with brown eyes,” the post read. It revealed that he was last seen on Sunday, June 9, “on Arlington Ave. area of Bryson City NC.”

Wayt reportedly drives a gray 2009 Nissan Rogue SUV with Indiana state registration plate WLH 616. The Bryson PD asked that anyone with information please call 828-488-2196.

Portwood hasn’t been active on Instagram since 2023. However, her fellow “Teen Mom” stars have been pushing attention toward finding Wayt.

Portwood’s ex, whom she shares her eldest daughter with, took to his social media platform asking for help.

“We need to find this man,” Gary Shirley wrote. “Prayers for a safe return.

Co-star Briana DeJesus also shared photos.

“Please help find Amber’s fiance as he is a MISSING PERSON.”

This story was originally published June 16, 2024 at 10:18 AM.