Full Breakdown
Brian "Liver King" Johnson Resumes Online Attacks on Joe Rogan After Charges Dropped
12/6/2025, 4:26:15 AM
Overview of the Incident
Brian "Liver King" Johnson, a fitness influencer known for his extreme dietary practices, has returned to social media to challenge podcaster Joe Rogan following the dismissal of charges against him for allegedly making terroristic threats. Johnson, 48, was arrested in June 2023 after posting alarming videos on Instagram where he expressed a desire to fight Rogan while brandishing what appeared to be two guns. The misdemeanor charge was dropped on November 12, 2023, after Johnson completed a series of counseling classes.
Timeline of Events
- June 2023: Johnson is arrested in Austin, Texas, after posting videos threatening Rogan.
- November 12, 2023: Charges against Johnson are dismissed.
- November 25-26, 2023: Johnson posts three new videos on Instagram targeting Rogan.
Johnson's Online Rants
Following the dismissal of his charges, Johnson resumed his online tirades against Rogan, claiming that his previous remarks were not threats but rather a challenge to a fight. In his recent videos, he stated, “They weren’t threats. A challenge. A fight. Come on, drama king,” and reiterated his challenge to Rogan, asserting that he would not back down. Johnson's posts included images of both Rogan and actor Seth Rogen, although it is unclear why Rogen was included in the context.
Background Context
Johnson's animosity toward Rogan appears to stem from a 2022 scandal where he was exposed for using steroids, contradicting his claims that his muscular physique was solely the result of a raw meat diet. Rogan discussed this scandal on his podcast, which may have contributed to Johnson's fixation on him. Despite the public nature of their conflict, Rogan has stated that he has never had direct contact with Johnson and expressed surprise at Johnson's behavior.
Official Statements & Responses
Rogan, during discussions about Johnson on "The Joe Rogan Experience," described Johnson as “significantly unstable” and indicated that he was unaware of why Johnson had targeted him. Police records from Johnson's arrest noted that Rogan had expressed concerns about Johnson's mental state and potential drug issues.
Criticism & Opposition
Johnson's recent behavior has drawn concern from social media users, many of whom have commented on his apparent instability. Critics have pointed out the alarming nature of his rants and questioned his mental health, with some suggesting that he may be experiencing a significant decline.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
While the charges against Johnson were dismissed, it remains unclear whether any restraining order preventing him from contacting Rogan is still in effect. Additionally, there is no public comment from Rogan regarding Johnson's latest videos or the ongoing situation.
Verbatim Quotes
- “They weren’t threats. A challenge. A fight. Come on, drama king,” — Brian "Liver King" Johnson
As Johnson continues to post provocative content online, the situation raises questions about the implications for both his mental health and Rogan's safety.
