Joseph R. Francis, born on 1 April 1973 in Atlanta, Georgia USA, is a film producer and entrepreneur. He is most well-known as the creator of the adult entertainment company “Girls Gone Wild”, which played a significant role in introducing him to the entertainment industry and became a key marketing tool for him. Additionally, Francis has ventured into other business endeavors, particularly a film called “Banned from TV” depicting violent videos and real scenes of violence, which he both directed and distributed through his production company “Mantra Films”.
According to authoritative sources, as of mid-2016, Francis’ net worth amounts to $50 million, with a majority of his wealth stemming from his television appearances and business projects.
Francis spent most of his childhood in California and attended Laguna Beach High School. Before immersing himself in the entertainment industry, he worked at a video shop and later graduated with a degree in business administration from the University of Southern California. His first major job opportunity came from “Real TV”, a reality television series airing footage of exceptional events, which served as the inspiration for “Banned from Television”. The film, released in 1998, covered shocking events from around the world and was highly successful, spawning sequels and earning $10 million at the box office. Before “Banned from Television”, Francis created the popular franchise “Girls Gone Wild”, featuring young women willing to expose their bodies to the camera. The success of “Girls Gone Wild” led to the creation of a video series titled “Guys Gone Wild”.
Despite the initial success, “Girls Gone Wild” has faced legal issues and charges, causing financial and reputational strain on the company. This, along with failed business ventures, has negatively impacted Francis’ net worth and fame. His company “Mantra Films” has also encountered legal troubles, and his corporation GGW Brands had to file for bankruptcy. Additionally, Francis has been charged with tax evasion and bribery, resulting in jail sentences and fines, which are currently under appeal.
Despite these challenges, Francis’ net worth has been maintained, allowing him to contribute significantly to aid the victims of hurricane Katrina in 2005, with most of the DVD sales directly supporting the survivors.
In his personal life, Francis is in a relationship with Abbey Wilson, the winner of the 2012 “Search for the Hottest Girl in America” contest, with whom he has twin daughters. They are believed to be living in Mexico.
Net Worth | $50 Million |
Date Of Birth | April 1, 1973 |
Place Of Birth | Atlanta, Georgia, United States |
Height | 6 ft 1 in (1.87 m) |
Profession | Entrepreneur |
Education | University of Southern California (1995) |
Nationality | United States of America |
Partner | Abbey Wilson |
Nicknames | Joseph R. Francis , Joseph Raymond Francis |
http://www.facebook.com/RealJoeFrancis | |
IMDB | http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0290198 |
Movies | Banned from Television, Girls Gone Wild |
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