John Hinckley Jr. has added T-shirts to his growing list of products and creative work he promotes online.
The would-be assassin turned artist and musician announced the launch of his new merchandise line on July 17, posting on social media:
John Hinckley merch for sale! Go to https://t.co/3PbWAtzEBi pic.twitter.com/X2zdZ49y6d
— John Hinckley (@JohnHinckley20) July 17, 2025
The link in his post directs to TeePublic, a custom apparel site where users can buy shirts bearing his original paintings and slogans associated with his online persona.
Many of the T-shirts reference Hinkley’s various affiliated organizations. One says “John Hinckley Community Church,” and another says “National Redemption Front,” a phrase Hinckley has referenced on social media as the name of a political party or movement. Other items display his original paintings — typically cats, homes, or portraits — but do not reference his musical album The Lonely Dreamer, which he previously promoted heavily.
Hinckley gained international notoriety in 1981 when he attempted to assassinate President Ronald Reagan in an effort to impress actress Jodie Foster. Reagan survived the attack, but the shooting left White House Press Secretary James Brady permanently disabled. Hinckley was found not guilty by reason of insanity and spent decades confined to a psychiatric hospital before being fully released in 2022.
Since regaining his freedom, Hinckley has recast himself as a pacifist and creator, posting music videos, original artwork, and political musings online. After President Donald Trump was shot while campaigning in the summer of 2024, Hinckley condemned the violence.
Violence is not the way to go. Give peace a chance.
— John Hinckley (@JohnHinckley20) July 17, 2024
