Influencer Brian “River King” Johnson was released from custody following his arrest for allegedly making a terroristic threat against Joe Rogan. Not long after, he resumed sharing peculiar videos online.
The 47-year-old influencer was taken into custody on Tuesday night in Austin, Texas.
Johnson, known for his muscular physique, posted a $20,000 bond, as indicated by court documents.
He is prohibited from contacting Rogan or his family and must maintain a distance of at least 600 feet from their homes and businesses.
Additionally, he has been instructed to complete a mental health assessment within a week of his release, according to the records.
Following his release, Johnson quickly returned to posting unusual content on social media. He had been somewhat absent from his previously popular YouTube channel for the last eight months.
“I’m going to make lots of videos this week. And then I’m not going to make them for a long time. Then I’ll make a little more,” he mentioned in one video, without offering any further context.
He also expressed gratitude, saying, “Thank you for all your prayers – all the people who are praying for me,” in one of over a dozen videos shared on Instagram since getting out.
In another clip, he danced to classical music while holding a candle, incorporating an expletive into his prayer. His recent posts seem to revolve around a caveman lifestyle, where he later lamented about the subpar amenities in the Four Seasons Room.
Johnson is accused of making a terrorist threat after traveling to Rogan’s residence and issuing a bizarre challenge to fight through an Instagram video.
“Joe Rogan, I’m calling you, my name is King of the Liver. From man to man, I’m choosing to fight you,” he stated.
Rogan, 57, told authorities he was unfamiliar with Johnson and felt targeted by influencers he did not know.
Though Johnson has never appeared on Rogan’s famous podcast, “The Joe Rogan Experience,” various influencers have been guests, often discussing performance-enhancing drugs.
Johnson has denied being notorious for using steroids to achieve his unique physique. He instead promotes a diet rich in raw meat, animal organs, liver, and eggs. However, he was exposed in late 2022 for using steroids and human growth hormone, with leaked emails suggesting he was spending $11,000 a month on muscle-enhancing substances.
