The convicted felon whose prison mugshot has launced him into becoming a very successful high fashion model. Jeremy Meeks became an overnight sensation when his prison mugshot went viral on Facebook in 2014. Meeks signed a modeling contract with white Cross Management. He made his NY Fashion Week debut walking for Philipp Plein International on Tuesday. Mr.Meeks put his criminal lifestyle behind him following his prison stint. He used his modeling earnings to purchase a mini mansion for his family and he drives a brand new Maserati sports car.Meeks is a big hit with fans on the streets of New York.