The movie “Blow” in 2001, starring Johnny Depp as Jung, was inspired by George Jung, an American ex-drug dealer.
George Jung’s personal fortune was as high as $100 million during his drug-running career, despite his low net worth at the time of his death.
Jung’s most notable accomplishment was developing a massive drug syndicate during the 70s and 80s.
He achieved considerable success as a drug smuggler.
During his prime, he was earning as much as $30 million a month. Jung is also known for spending extended periods of time in prison.
He was released from prison in 2014 after serving a 20-year sentence, which was one of his longest sentences.
Jung’s legal troubles persisted and he was apprehended in 2016 for breaching his parole agreement.
This resulted in an additional 5-month imprisonment.