MORE Launches First Celebrity NFT on Behalf of Imprisoned Joe Exotic Giving the Public Access to Cult Collectibles Including The Tiger King’s Pistol, Jacket and Other One-of-a-Kind Auction Items
LAS VEGAS, June 15, 2021 – MORE, renowned cryptocurrency members club across the United States, announces today its foray into the celebrity NFT space with an auction on behalf of Joe Exotic, “The Tiger King.” The brand known for its innovations within the cryptocurrency space and high profile clients will work with one of the world’s most sought after stars to deliver unique one-of-a-kind goods via blockchain technology.
Joe Exotic, former zoo operator, global meme sensation and television star, is launching his NFT from federal prison in Fort Worth, TX. As a part of his collaboration with MORE, and with the support of Brad Small, known entertainment attorney of Rozenfeld Meyer & Susman LLP, the public will gain access to purchase 3-D renderings sold alongside real-life tangible collectibles. Collectibles include Joe’s favorite pistol and holster, commonly worn jackets as seen on ‘Tiger King,’ porn star Rachel Starr’s bikini as pictured on the series, and digital artworks and tokens.
Beginning June 18th, the public can visit www.officialtigerkingnft.com to bid on items. The winners will receive physical items with authentication papers as well as a 3D digital model of each tangible collectible.
“Since working in the cryptocurrency space since 2014, I’ve spearheaded many projects to bring blockchain technology to the masses. I’m confident that MORE’s foray into the celebrity NFT space will help officially bridge this gap and give people access to authentic unique goods they would otherwise not have access to,” said Peter Klamka, MORE CEO and Founder. “There’s no better way to engage the mainstream in blockchain technology than to tie in familiar faces and names. Joe Exotic is America’s favorite meme and anomaly; I’m extremely excited to be working with him and his team on this project to keep his story alive while he remains in prison.”
Full list of auction items as follows:
- Joe Exotic’s pistol and holster (Certified by Smith & Wesson)
- 3-D model and physical item included
- Joe Exotic’s original fringed leather jacket
- 3-D model and physical item included
- Joe Exotic’s black leather jacket and pants set
- 3-D model and physical items included
- Rachel Starr’s bikini as seen on ‘Tiger King’
- 3-D model and physical item included
- Joe Exotic authentic audio recordings from prison
- Joe Exotic digital trading cards
- 15 digital trading cards will be available for purchase along with a hardcopy autographed collectible
- Joe Exotic cryptocurrency themed digital artworks
“I’m really grateful to the MORE team for giving me a platform to give back to loyal fan base. It’s great to have a voice via blockchain technology and I’m honored to be the first to kickoff MORE’s celebrity NFTs,” said Joe Exotic, known as “The Tiger King.” “I hope whoever purchases my favorite belongings is able to give them a well-deserved home. Being able to auction off collectibles makes me feel connected with the outside world, especially without my cats by my side. Whether you love me or hate me for what you think I’ve done, there’s no doubt that everyone wants a piece of The Tiger King!”
For more information and keep up with MORE’s upcoming celebrity NFT auctions, please visit https://www.morebrand.co/nft. To participate in the Joe Exotic NFT auction or purchase any of the assets, please visit http://www.officialtigerkingnft.com/.
ABOUT MORE
MORE is an innovative cryptocurrency concierge that offers membership packages through payment of the company’s in-house token, MORE Coin. The company launched its celebrity NFT service in 2021 to work with brand owners, artists, celebrities and athletes to give the public access to unique goods via blockchain technology. MORE started in New York City in 2014 when its founders operated bitcoin ATMs in the five boroughs of NYC. The company turned a Chinese restaurant on 34th Street in Manhattan into an unofficial crypto nightclub on weekends that accepted Bitcoin as payment. The success of this model has since catapulted into the concept that evolved into MORE Las Vegas, incepted in 2017. MORE Hollywood followed as well as affiliate club locations in New York, Miami, Orange County and London.
