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Liver King Arrested for Threats Against Joe Rogan

6/26/2025

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Brian "Liver King" Johnson, the polarizing influencer, was arrested in Austin for allegedly making terroristic threats against podcaster Joe Rogan. In a series of provocative videos, the 47-year-old flaunted firearms while daring Rogan to a fight. He now faces a Class B misdemeanor charge and was released on a $20,000 bond from the Four Seasons Hotel.

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Brian "Liver King" Johnson, the polarizing influencer, was arrested in Austin for allegedly making terroristic threats against podcaster Joe Rogan. In a series of provocative videos, the 47-year-old flaunted firearms while daring Rogan to a fight. He now faces a Class B misdemeanor charge and was released on a $20,000 bond from the Four Seasons Hotel.