Fleece Johnson is a complex figure known primarily for his notoriety as "The Booty Warrior," a nickname he gained from an MSNBC prison documentary called "Lockup Raw: The Convict Code," which depicted his time in Kentucky State Penitentiary where he spoke openly about sexual violence in prison
. He was incarcerated for multiple offenses including armed robbery, assault, and wanton endangerment, and spent over four decades in prison with multiple parole denials largely due to his sexual crimes against inmates and corrections officers
. Despite his controversial past, Johnson has authored a book titled Who is Fleece Johnson?: Them Moments And Truths , which explores his formative years and lays the foundation for his life story, aiming to provide insight into his background and experiences
. Since his release, he has become involved in community work, focusing on inspiring youth and preventing others from following a similar path
. Johnson has publicly stated that some portrayals of him, such as the episode "A Date with the Booty Warrior" from the show Boondocks , misrepresent his character and have negatively impacted his life post-release, including employment opportunities
. He claims that his statements in the documentary were exaggerated to deter youth from making poor choices, though he admits to some of the acts but denies being the predator he has been portrayed as
. In summary, Fleece Johnson is a former inmate known for his candid and controversial prison experiences, who has since turned to writing and community engagement to share his story and influence others positively
