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Hot Felon's Wild Ride: From Jail to Runway
18 Jun
Summary
- His mugshot went viral in 2014, earning him the 'hot felon' nickname.
- He became a successful model, actor, and fashion designer after his release.
- Meeks detailed his journey in his 2024 autobiography, 'Model Citizen'.
Jeremy Meeks' life dramatically shifted in 2014 after his mugshot became an internet sensation, leading to his "hot felon" moniker. Born in Washington, Meeks had a troubled youth and spent over a decade in detention and prison before his 2014 arrest for firearm possession.
After serving 13 months of his 27-month sentence, Meeks was released in March 2016. He quickly leveraged his viral fame, signing modeling contracts and embarking on a career in fashion and acting.
His post-prison endeavors include walking runways for major designers, starring in films like 'Trigger' and 'Secret Society,' and launching a luxury clothing line in 2019. Meeks also released his autobiography, 'Model Citizen,' in February 2024, chronicling his extraordinary journey.
Meeks was previously married and has two children from two different relationships. As of April 2024, he stated he was single and focusing on himself, and as of August 2025, he indicated he had been celibate for three years.
