Former President Donald Trump Makes History with First Mug Shot as Inmate
Donald Trump, the former president of the United States, has made history by becoming the first ex-president to have his mug shot taken. He surrendered himself at a Georgia jail and was assigned the inmate number P01135809, according to Fulton County Jail records.
In the mug shot, Trump can be seen glaring defiantly at the camera with a scowl on his face. Unlike some of the other individuals arrested alongside him in Georgia, who appeared to be smiling in their booking photos, Trump’s expression was one of displeasure. The photo was taken under harsh lighting against a plain grey background with the local sheriff’s badge watermark.
While Trump had managed to avoid having a mug shot taken during his previous three arrests this year, officials in Georgia insisted on following standard protocol this time. The picture instantly became iconic and was shared by both his supporters and critics. Trump himself reposted the image on his social media platform with a link to his campaign website, seemingly embracing the image of being an inmate.
It is worth noting that while Trump is the first former US president to have a mug shot, he is not the first well-known personality to have one. Several other famous individuals have had their reputations forever accompanied by these police photographs.
One such personality is O.J. Simpson, whose arrest on suspicion of murdering his ex-wife and her friend captivated the public’s attention. His half-grin mug shot was featured on the cover of Time magazine and has since become an iconic image.
Another notable example is actor Hugh Grant, who was arrested by the LAPD for an encounter with a sex worker. The image of his sheepish expression and hunched shoulders in the mug shot became widely circulated.
Golfing legend Tiger Woods also had an unflattering mug shot when he was arrested for driving under the influence. His puffy face, baggy eyes, and stubble conveyed the toll his personal troubles had taken on him.
Actor Nick Nolte’s mug shot from his reckless driving arrest captured his disheveled appearance, complete with greasy hair and a vacant look. The stark contrast to his earlier status as People magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive was striking.
Soul singer James Brown’s mug shot, taken following an arrest on suspicion of domestic violence, showcased his wild persona. Although his appearance improved in the updated picture released the next day, the initial mug shot became a testament to his larger-than-life personality.
Reality TV star Paris Hilton also had her fair share of trouble with the law, resulting in a mug shot after being arrested for cocaine possession. She appeared unfazed by the situation, which ultimately led to probation and community service.
Acclaimed actress and activist Jane Fonda masterfully turned her 1970 mug shot, taken during her arrest for assaulting a police officer, into a symbol of protest against the Vietnam War. She continues to sell merchandise featuring the image on her website.
Jeremy Meeks, also known as The Hot Felon, had a surprisingly photogenic mug shot that launched his career as a model. Despite being a convicted felon, his striking features caught the attention of the fashion industry.
Lastly, former presidential candidate John Edwards had his photo taken by the police during his arrest for misusing campaign funds to hide an extramarital affair. Although Trump is the first former US president to have a mug shot, Edwards paved the way as a politician with a police record.
Donald Trump’s mug shot as inmate no P01135809 has undeniably made history as the first mug shot of a former US president. While these images are often associated with public humiliation, Trump’s case seems to have embraced the photo’s significance. It remains to be seen how this iconic image will continue to resonate with both his supporters and critics in the years to come.
