The 30-year-old looked so photogenic in his mugshot that it earned him millions of admirers worldwide and so White Cross Management talent agency has recognised his potential.
Striking a blue steel pose, he showcases his chiselled jawline, razor sharp cheekbones and baby-blue eyes in the image.
Being recruited from jail to become a fashion model is indeed one of the rarest ways of doing so; if not the first and only time it’s happened.
Being in prison it seems, is no barrier to a potential fashion career. Meek is currently serving two years for felony possession of a firearm, but with the chance of an early release in November, the Californian hopes that the modelling career will change his fortune.“I'm in a place where I will be able to provide for my family and really change my life,” the Californian told ABC News.
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Should Meeks be allowed to pursue his modelling career while in prison? One could argue that it is part of his rehabilitation and may help ensure he reintegrates effectively back into society. On the other hand should prison life be about restricting freedoms in order to 'pay' for one's crime?
What do you think?