Jeremy Meeks, who became famous for his viral 2014 mugshot, is set to release his autobiography, “Model Citizen: The Autobiography of Jeremy Meeks,” on September 3. In the book, Meeks plans to share his life story beyond just being known as the “hot felon.” He wants to reveal his vulnerabilities and hopes that by telling his story, people will connect with him and understand the journey that led him to where he is today. The autobiography will cover his 2015 conviction, life after his 2016 release from jail, as well as his challenging upbringing that involved bouncing between coasts and experiencing poverty and gang violence.
Meeks’ autobiography will delve into his personal struggles with gang violence, poverty, race, and the pivotal moments that shaped his life. The book promises to offer readers a raw and honest look at his life, detailing the obstacles he faced and the events that transformed his world. Along with his narrative, the autobiography will feature 50 full-page color modeling photos of Meeks taken by renowned photographer Jim Jordan, giving readers an insight into his modeling career and personal journey.
In addition to his modeling and acting work with White Cross Management, Meeks is also a father to two sons, Jayden Meeks-Green and Jeremy Jr. He maintains good relationships with both of his exes, Chloe Green and Melissa Meeks, emphasizing the importance of co-parenting and ensuring that his children have positive relationships with their mothers. Meeks shared in a conversation in 2020 that he is currently single and focusing on himself while nurturing these crucial relationships with his children and their mothers.
Reflecting on the writing process in a social media post, Meeks expressed feeling blessed for the opportunity to share his story. He hopes that by sharing his truth, it will resonate with those who need to hear it and shed light on aspects of his life that are unknown to the public. He emphasized that while revealing his true story may be uncomfortable, he believes it is important to share it authentically with the world. Meeks encouraged everyone to read his autobiography and gain a deeper understanding of his life experiences.
“Model Citizen: The Autobiography of Jeremy Meeks” is now available for pre-order and will be distributed by Penguin Random House. Meeks invites readers to explore his journey, from his tumultuous past to his present successes, offering a glimpse into the life of a man who has overcome adversity and continues to strive for personal growth and self-awareness. By sharing his life story, Meeks hopes to inspire others to find strength in vulnerability and resilience in the face of challenges.
