Dog The Bounty Hunter

Duane “Dog the Bounty Hunter” Chapman

Duane Chapman, better known around the world as Dog the Bounty Hunter, is an American television personality, bounty hunter, crime fighter, and New York Times best-selling author whose larger-than-life career has impacted millions. Known for his hit television programs following his life and work as a bounty hunter, Dog became one of the most recognizable faces in modern television through his relentless pursuit of justice and his raw, authentic connection with people from every walk of life.

Today, Dog continues active bounty hunting operations while also consulting with bounty hunters and bail bond businesses across the country, sharing decades of real-world experience in fugitive recovery, criminal behavior, and public safety. He remains deeply committed to fighting crime and advocating for stronger legislation aimed at protecting communities and holding criminals accountable.

Dog is expanding his reach through several new media ventures, including an upcoming television series, podcast, and speaking tour. Alongside his wife, Francie Chapman, whom he married in 2021, he co-leads The Dog Foundation, focusing on prison ministry, outreach, recovery support, and interventions for individuals and families battling addiction and crisis. Through faith, hard-earned wisdom, and lived experience, Dog continues to inspire people with a message of redemption, accountability, and second chances.

American Television Personality
Law Enforcement Advocate For Tougher Legislation To Curb Crime
Launched Several Media Ventures Including New TV Show and Podcast.
New York TimesBest-Selling Author
Public Speaker
Operates Light Up the Darkness ministry with his wife, Francie, whom he married in 2021
Operates DOG Foundation which provides services to victims of trafficking

ABOUT THE BOOK:

The untold story of hope from the world’s most successful bounty hunter

A Journey of Healing and Redemption

After everything he had been through including escaping a Mexican prison, surviving the brutal world of bounty hunting with over 10,000 captures, and the ups and downs of being a TV star, Duane “Dog” Chapman was unprepared for the despair he found himself in after his wife’s death—and surprised by the miraculous events that would follow.

Nine Lives and Counting is a powerful memoir that reveals a whole new side of a bounty hunter who is living proof that God loves each of his children, has a good purpose and plan for them, and will never stop tracking them down until they come home.

SPEECH TOPICS:

- Finding redemption from your past

- The importance of law and order

- Light Up The Darkness Ministry And Making A Difference

- THE D.O.G. FOUNDATION AND THE HOUSE OF BOUNTY provides housing, counseling, life-skills training, soul healing and intervention services to victims of trafficking.

MEDIA:

Dog the Bounty Hunter delivers message to WMCC maximum security prisoners on how God changed his life