Before cutting ties, Laita contacted Betty to ensure she understood he hadn’t withheld any funds. Her seemingly confused response only added to his frustration.
Another scandal involving the Whittakers emerged earlier this year when Larry Whittaker was falsely reported dead.

Laita announced Larry’s supposed death on his YouTube channel, citing relatives who claimed he had died of a heart attack.
At a later date, it would be revealed that Larry was alive and unaware of the rumors about his death.