Jeremy Meeks Today: From “World’s Hottest Felon” to Successful Model and Actor at 41
When the Stockton Police Department posted Jeremy Meeks’ mugshot in 2014, they had no idea they were about to make internet history.
The photo — featuring Meeks’ piercing blue eyes, strong jawline, and calm expression — went viral overnight, earning him the nickname “The Blue-Eyed Bandit.”
Born during the turbulent “crack era” of the late ’80s and early ’90s, Meeks faced a rough childhood.
Both his parents struggled with addiction, and tragedy struck early in his life. After being convicted on firearm and theft charges, he served time in prison — but what happened next shocked everyone.
When Meeks was released, modeling agencies were waiting. Offers poured in from top brands like Tommy Hilfiger and Philipp Plein, and his career skyrocketed.
He turned his life around completely, swapping a prison jumpsuit for designer suits and international runways.
Despite challenges in his personal life — including his high-profile relationship with Topshop heiress Chloe Green, with whom he shares a son — Meeks built a new identity based on success and redemption.
He’s since become a father of two, co-parenting peacefully with both ex-partners, and continues to inspire others with his transformation.
Beyond modeling, Meeks stepped into the film industry, starring in Trigger, Secret Society, and True to the Game 2 & 3.
He even launched his own fashion line, signing a $15 million deal with Fashion Concept GmbH.
In 2024, he released his autobiography, Model Citizen, sharing his full journey from troubled beginnings to international fame.
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Today, at 41, Jeremy Meeks is focused on self-growth, acting, and new opportunities – proof that no matter where you start, you can always rewrite your story.
💬 “I’m in a place in my life where I want to tell my story – the whole story – and help people connect with it,” he said in a 2024 interview.
👉 Share this story to inspire others — redemption is always possible.
