Jeremy Meeks first catapulted to fame when his model-worthy mugshot went viral-now he sets the record straight about his life-changing journey from the streets to the runway.

A harrowing and inspirational memoir about overcoming gang violence, poverty,and race-perfect for fans of Trejo- My Life of Crime, Redemption, and Hollywoodand Dapper Dan- Made in Harlem

Jeremy Meeks first catapulted to fame when his model-worthy mugshot went viral-now he sets the record straight about his life-changing journey from the streets to the runway.

A harrowing and inspirational memoir about overcoming gang violence, poverty,and race-perfect for fans of Trejo- My Life of Crime, Redemption, and Hollywoodand Dapper Dan- Made in Harlem

It all started with the mugshot seen 'round the world. Jeremy Meeks rose to global fame when his photograph from jail went viral, earning him nicknames like Prison Bae and Hot Felon. He became an icon while still behind bars and vowed never to return once he left the prison system.
But there is much more to Meeks than a pretty face.

Jeremy Meeks's story is one of resilience and transformation. Growing up, he bounced from coast to coast, enduring a poverty-stricken and gang-tied adolescence that ultimately made prison a familiar place. Model Citizen chronicles how one man's life changed dramatically when the world saw his face.

From humble beginnings to achieving wealth, high fashion, and Hollywood fame, Meeks embodies the new American Dream. This inspirational memoir is a testament to overcoming adversity and achieving success against all odds.