Date of Birth: March 5, 1963
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Biography
Joseph Allen Maldonado-Passage, better known as Joe Exotic, is an American former zoo operator and television personality. Born on March 5, 1963, in Garden City, Kansas, Joe Exotic gained fame as the eccentric owner of the Greater Wynnewood Exotic Animal Park in Oklahoma. He became a household name after the release of the Netflix documentary series “Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem, and Madness” in 2020, which chronicled his life and the controversies surrounding his zoo. Joe Exotic’s life has been marked by his flamboyant personality, polygamous relationships, and his bitter feud with animal rights activist Carole Baskin, whom he was convicted of attempting to have murdered. In January 2020, he was sentenced to 22 years in federal prison for animal abuse and two counts of attempted murder for hire. Despite his imprisonment, Joe Exotic continues to maintain a significant following and remains a polarizing figure in popular culture.
5 Interesting Facts about Joe Exotic
1. Joe Exotic once ran for President of the United States in 2016 and for Governor of Oklahoma in 2018.
2. He legally changed his surname to Maldonado-Passage after marrying Dillon Passage, his fifth husband.
3. Joe Exotic is known for his country music career, having released several songs and music videos, although it was later revealed that he lip-synced.
4. He owned over 200 tigers and other big cats at the peak of his zoo operations.
5. Joe Exotic’s feud with Carole Baskin led to numerous lawsuits and ultimately contributed to his downfall.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Joe Exotic
1. “I am gay, I’ve had two boyfriends most of my life. I currently got legally married, thank God. It’s finally legal in America.”
2. “I’m outspoken, good-looking, love to party and have fun.”
3. “People don’t come to see the tigers; they come to see me.”
4. “I’m the only one who can protect them.”
5. “I’m never going to financially recover from this.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At his peak, Joe Exotic’s net worth was estimated to be around $10-15 million, largely due to his zoo operations and media appearances.
Children
Joe Exotic has no biological children. He did, however, consider his animals and employees as part of his extended family.
Relevant Links
1. [Joe Exotic Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joe_Exotic
2. [Tiger King on Netflix](https://www.netflix.com/title/81115994
5. [Joe Exotic’s Music Videos](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEbIJLqJ_s6C3Xf7ftKQwQw
