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Netflix’s 'Untold: The Liver King' Explores Rise, Scandal, and Reinvention of Brian Johnson

The documentary sheds light on the influencer’s raw-organ diet, steroid controversy, and his evolving lifestyle and business ventures.

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Brian Johnson, often referred to as the Liver King
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Overview

  • Brian Johnson, known as the Liver King, gained fame for promoting a raw-organ diet and 'ancestral lifestyle' through social media, amassing millions of followers.
  • A leaked email in late 2022 revealed Johnson’s $11,000 monthly steroid use, contradicting his claims of achieving his physique naturally, leading to public backlash and a YouTube confession.
  • The Netflix documentary, premiering May 13, features candid interviews with Johnson, his family, and business associates, offering a nuanced look at his rise, scandal, and personal reckoning.
  • Since admitting to steroid use, Johnson has stopped performance enhancers, added fruits and vegetables to his diet, and plans to launch wellness retreats while maintaining a significant online following.
  • The film also examines broader issues of influencer culture, authenticity, and the psychological impacts of extreme fitness branding.