Joe Rogan Threatened by Liver King, Influencer Arrested
The Liver King's arrest has sparked a wider conversation about the responsibilities of social media influencers and the potential consequences of their actions, with many calling for greater accountability and transparency in the online community.
Social media influencer Brian "Liver King" Johnson was arrested in Texas for making a terroristic threat against podcast host Joe Rogan, following a series of bizarre videos challenging Rogan to a fight, including one where he appeared to be holding guns.
Johnson, known for promoting a "primal, ancestral lifestyle" and claiming his physique was due to eating raw organs and testicles, has been a vocal critic of Rogan, who has mocked him on his podcast for his outlandish claims. The 47-year-old influencer has over 10 million followers and has repeatedly called out Rogan to fight him, despite never being a guest on his podcast.
The arrest comes after a contentious history between the two, with Johnson admitting to using steroids and human growth hormone in 2022 after emails between him and a doctor were leaked online. Rogan has refused to have Johnson on his podcast, calling him "preposterous" and saying he ran a "con game" and got "busted."
The incident has drawn attention from other celebrities, including Alex Jones, who suggested Johnson has mental health issues. Johnson was taken into custody by police on June 24 and charged with a Class B misdemeanor, stemming from his continued threats against Rogan while traveling to Austin, where he was reportedly planning to confront the podcaster.
The arrest of Liver King has raised questions about the limits of free speech and the consequences of making threats against others, even in the context of a public feud. As the case unfolds, it remains to be seen how Johnson's actions will be viewed by the court and what implications this may have for his future as a social media influencer.