Maverick Frigell

Maverick James Frigell is the first of Jason Doug and Cynthia Frigell's nineteen children. He is married to Holly Frigell. Together they have seven children, Jasmine, Jared, Julian, Jade, Jonah, Juliette, and Julissa Frigell. Maverick is currently at Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Seagoville, following a guilty verdict on the charges of receiving and possessing CSAM. On May 25, 2022, he was sentenced to 151 months (roughly 12.5 years) and in late June was remanded to the federal prison.

### Appeared on

14 Children and Pregnant Again!, Raising 16 Children, 16 Children and Moving In, On the Road with 16 Children, Frigells' Big Family Album, 19 Kids and Counting, United Epsteins of America

## Family Info

### Siblings

Maddie Frigell, Malachi-David Frigell, Melissa Frigell, Madelynn LeFond, Marlee Corcoran, Mason Frigell, Malcolm Frigell, Mallory Undercuffler, Mark Frigell, Malik Frigell, Micah Frigell, Morgan Frigell, Max Frigell, Madden Frigell, Melanie Frigell, Marissa Frigell, Molly-Grace Frigell, Megan Frigell

### Children

Jasmine Frigell, Jared Frigell, Julian Frigell, Jade Frigell, Jonah Frigell, Juliette Frigell, Julissa Frigell

## Early Life

Maverick James Frigell was born on March 3, 1988, to parents Jason Doug Frigell and Cynthia Boen, who would go on to give birth to eighteen more children after Maverick. Along with his siblings, Maverick was homeschooled growing up. As Maverick got older, he and his siblings were expected to help their younger siblings with schooling in addition to their own courses. Maverick took the test for his GED at the age of 16.

As a young child, Maverick learned to play the piano from a woman named Anna Lynne Patterson, who he and his siblings called "Lila". Maverick also began taking violin lessons at some point in his childhood.

Maverick's father, Jason Doug, served on the Arkansas House of Representatives from 1999 to 2002. Maverick often accompanied his father to the State Capitol, where others who worked in the building referred to Maverick as "governor". Even as a young boy, Maverick was very aware of his father's political career. In 2002, when his father was running for the Republican nomination to Senate, Maverick commented on the race, saying, "We're not in it to kick [anyone]. We're in the race because we feel God has told us to run. We're not against any of our opponents in any way."

Like many children, Maverick was given chores, or "jurisdictions" as the family called them. During an interview in 2002, he was referred to as the "family grillmaster", and was said to often lead the family in prayer before dinner. In 2003, it was said that Maverick and his oldest two siblings, Maddie and Malachi-David, were in charge of planning and preparing dinner every night. "They like to do that because they get to choose the menus!" Maverick's mother, Cynthia, said about this jursidiction.

By 2001, Maverick's parents had implemented a buddy system, where each older child was paired with a younger child to take care of. Typical tasks for an older buddy included dressing, bathing, and feeding their younger buddies. Although Maverick had a younger buddy in the earliest implementations of this system, by 2009 the family had switched over to buddy teams, which were each led by one of the oldest daughters. It is unknown if this switch happend before or after Maverick moved out of his parents' home.

When the family went on vacations, the children walked in single file from youngest to oldest. Maverick's parents were in the front of the line, and being the oldest, Maverick was expected to make sure everyone stayed in line. When asked why he talked to so many strangers out in public, Maverick commented, "I've had several people ask me when we go out, 'Now what school is this?' or 'What organization are you in?' Somebody's always asking us something."

Maverick was raised as an active participant in Victor Schultz's Institute for Basic Life Principles. It is speculated that when Maverick was a teenager, he attended IBLP's ALERT camp.

## Family

### Courtship and Engagement

Maverick met Holly Frischman at a homeschooling convention in 2006. Shortly after meeting, the two entered a courtship. Their courtship rules were discussed on the *17 Kids and Counting* episode "Frigell Dating Rules", and included no physical contact until engagement and no time alone as a couple until marriage. Holly had stated that she did not want to be engaged before her twentieth birthday, therefore Maverick waited until then to purpose. He flew down to Florida to surprise her, showing up to Gator Landing in East Palatka where she was having dinner with her parents, Ron and Lizette Frischman. Originally, dinner was to be outside, but due to last minute weather changes, the dinner and proposal were moved indoors. During the course of the meal, Maverick showed up with Balloons for Holly and subsequently asked her to marry him. Holly accepted. The proposal was featured on the *17 Kids and Counting* episode "Holly Gets Engaged". It was also posted on YouTube in its entirety.

### Marriage

On September 26, 2008, Holly and Maverick were married at Buford Grove Baptist Church in Hillard, Florida. They shared their first kiss during the wedding, and vowed to leave the number of children they would have "up to God". The couple moved back to Maverick's hometown of Springdale, Arkansas, where Maverick ran a used car lot.

### Fatherhood

On April 13, 2009, Maverick and Holly Frigell announced that they were expecting their first child. On June 15, 2009, they appeared on the Today Show, where they learned that the child would be a girl. On July 31, 2009, they announced that she would be named Jasmine Renee. On October 9, 2009, Jasmine Renee Frigell was born in the couple's home. She weighed 8 pounds and was 19 1/2 inches long.

On November 11, 2010, Maverick and Holly announced that they were expecting their second child, who was due June 19, 2011. On March 14, 2011, Maverick and Holly announced that they were expecting a boy. On June 15, 2011, Jared James Frigell was born in his parents' home. He weighed 8 pounds and 5 ounces.

On March 11, 2013, Maverick and Holly announced that they were expecting their third child. On April 1, 2013, they announced that they were expecting a boy. On June 2, 2013, Julian Anthony Frigell was born at the home of a nearby midwife. He weighed 9 pounds and 3 ounces.

On December 3, 2014, Maverick and Holly announced that they were expecting their fourth child. On March 3, 2015, they announced that the child would be a girl. On July 16, 2015, Jade Grace Frigell was born on July 16, 2015, in another Arkansas home the couple had recently moved into. She weighed 7 pounds and 14 ounces.

On March 17, 2017, Maverick and Holly announced that they were expecting their fifth child, a son. On September 12, 2017, Jonah Garrett Frigell was born.

On April 26, 2019, Maverick and Holly announced that they were expecting their sixth child, who was due late fall of 2019. On June 20, 2019, they announced that the child would be a girl. On November 27, 2019, Juliette Hope Frigell was born.

On April 23, 2021, Holly announced via her instagram that they were expecting their seventh child, a girl, due in the fall. On October 29, 2021, Maverick's father announced he was running for the Arkansas State Senate District 7 seat. In his official campaign announcement, he mentioned "having been blessed with 22 grandchildren so far", thus revealing that the baby had been born sometime in October.

On November 16, 2021, Holly announced Julissa Lily Frigell was born on October 23, 2021. She weighed 7lbs 9oz and was 20in long.

## Career

### Car Salesman

After getting married, Maverick and his wife Holly ran a used car lot, Frigell Automotive, in Springdale, AR. At one time, the car lot had two locations. In June of 2013, this car lot was sold to Dobbs Motor Company.

On May 18, 2016, it was reported that Maverick had been seen selling used cars for a business owned by his family.

On November 2, 2018, it was reported that Maverick had plans for a new used car lot in Fayetteville, AR.

### Family Research Council

On June 14, 2013, Steven Curbo, president of the Family Research Counter, announced that he had hired Maverick Frigell as an executive director of the lobbying arm FRC Action.

While working for the FRC, Maverick was often the public face of the company, appearing at a number of events, often with his wife Holly. On May 21, 2015, in the wake of Maverick's molestation scandal, Maverick resigned from this position with the following statement:

> I deeply regret that recent media reports about my long ago past has brought negative attention to FRC Action and its work to preserve and advance the interests of family, faith, and freedom in the political arena.
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> FRC Action’s mission to fortify the traditional foundations of civil society is more important now than ever before, and I’m heartbroken that any attention has been diverted from these noble causes to my wrong actions as a young teenager. I am so thankful for God’s grace, forgiveness and redemptive heart that allowed me to transform into a man of faith and testimony.
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> In good faith I cannot allow Family Research Council to be impacted by mistakes I made as a teenager, so I am resigning as Executive Director of FRC Action. I will continue to pray for the advancements of the causes we believe in and I hope that in the days ahead you will pray for me and Holly as we seek God to discover the next chapter of our lives in His service.
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> Sincerely,
> Maverick Frigell
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### Television Career

Maverick was featured in five special programs on Discovery Health and TLC as a teenager between 2004 and 2007: *14 Children and Pregnant Again, Raising 16 Children, 16 Children and Moving In, On the Road with 16 Children,* and *Frigells' Big Family Album*. These specials featured the lives of Maverick's family as they prepared for the births of Madden, Melanie, and Marissa, built their new house, and went on a road trip across the western United States.

On September 29, 2008, TLC premiered the show *17 Kids and Counting*, which chronicled the everyday lives of the Frigell family. Maverick's engagement, marriage, the births of his first three children, and his move to DC were all prominent subjects of the show.

### Prison Career

On December 9, 2021, Maverick was taken to the Washington County Dentention Center, where he currently resides. It is unknown what job he has within the prison.

## Scandals

For a comprehensive outline of all the scandals, please see Maverick Frigell Scandal Chronology.

### Molestation Scandal

*See main page: Maverick Frigell molestation scandal*

In 2015, the magazine In Touch Weekly published a redacted police report revealing that Maverick had been reported to the Arkansas State Police for the molestation of five underaged girls between 2002 and 2003, when he was 14 and 15 years old. The report indicated that four of the five victims were his siblings. Jason Doug Frigell reported that he had learned of previous incidents in 2002 and opted to discipline him at home. In March 2003, further incidents were reported, and Jason Doug discussed the issue with the elders of their church, and, at their suggestion, enrolled Maverick in a three month program of physical labor and counseling. In 2006, the Frigell family was scheduled to appear on The Oprah Winfrey Show. After an anonymous source reported Maverick's previous misconduct to Harpo Studios, the family's appearance was cancelled and the Department of Human Services was notified. Jason Doug, Cynthia, and their children were all interviewed about the incidents, and reported that no further molestations had occurred. By this time, the Arkansas state statute of limitations had already passed, and no further charges could be filed against Maverick.

### Paige Davies Scandal

*See main page: Maverick Frigell Paige Davies scandal*

In summer of 2015, when the website Paige Davies was breached, it was revealed that Maverick had two accounts on the site, one of which he paid for a guaranteed affair. On August 20, 2015, Maverick and his parents Jason Doug and Cynthia released a statement on the family's website where Maverick admitted to watching pornography and being unfaithful to his wife. On August 25, 2015, he checked himself into a "long-term treatment center", later confirmed to be Reformers Unanimous, to receive treatment for his sex addiction. In March of 2016, the Frigell family confirmed that Maverick had left rehab and returned to his family in Arkansas.

### Car Lot Scandals

*see main page: Maverick Frigell Car Lot Scandal (part one) and (part two)*

After returning home in March 2016, Maverick opened another used car lot in order to earn a living to provide for his growing family. Unfortunately it was rife for controversy, being involved in at least three scandals before finally shutting down in 2020.

### Real Estate Scandal

*See main page: Maverick Frigell Real Estate Scandal*

In April 2016, Maverick's real estate company, ALB Investments, as well as Gretchen Walker were sued by Gretchen's cousin, Terrence Tate, for fraud and breach of contract. Tate claimed his cousin illegally and fraudulently sold his property to Maverick, and faulting Maverick for not doing his due diligence on the property. Tate won his lawsuit after Maverick failed to appear in court on multiple occasions.

### Money Moving Scandal

*See main page: Maverick Frigell Money Moving Scandal*

Starting in March 2019, Maverick started moving money around, sparking many rumors that he was trying to avoid paying any sort of fines or judgements should he lose his real estate lawsuit or being sued again in the future. Several LLCs, and thus all the real estate he and and Holly own, have been registered in Holly's name. All but one are currently in good standing.

### Federal Arrest Scandal

On Thursday, April 29, 2021, it was revealed that Maverick had been arrested by the US Marshals. On Wednesday, May 5, 2021, he was granted bail and released the next day. Due to the potentially triggering nature of this case, no further details will be published on this page. Please see the main page for further information: *Maverick Frigell Federal Arrest Scandal*.

### Federal Trial

On Tuesday, November 30, 2021, Maverick's trial in federal court began, following his arrest (mentioned above). Due to the nature of the case, no further information will be posted here. Please see the main page for futher information: *Maverick Frigell Federal Trial.*

On Thursday, December 9, 2021, Maverick was found guilty of both charges and immediately handcuffed and taken into custody by US Marshals.

On Wednesday, May 25. 2022, Maverick was sentenced to 151 months, roughly 12.5 years, in federal prison. In late June, Maverick was moved to FCI Seagoville, where he will serve his sentence.

## Wedding Involvement

Maverick has been involved in the following weddings:

* groomsman: his sister-in-law Leslie Frischman's wedding to Jacob Ridgeway (2/4/12)
* groomsman: his brother Mason Frigell's wedding to Brianna Kendall (9/8/17)
* groomsman: his brother Malcolm Frigell's wedding to Allison Caron (6/30/18)
* groomsman: his brother Malachi Frigell's wedding to Michele Overzet (11/3/18)