From Gangster To Inked Icon | INKED

Tattoo artist, Freddy Negrete, shares how tattooing in prison led to working beside tattoo legends like Ed Hardy and Mark Mahoney, and how black-and-grey tattooing changed the tattoo world.
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[@Selene666]

awww I'm so sorry for his losses... he's such a strong person

[@jeannieforbis4075]

Nothing but love and respect for Mr. Negrete. Would love to be tattooed by him.

[@TonyMontana-dr9sp]

this homie is so opened minded about every style of tattooin and absorbes them...he never hates on a certain style or group....true fukin tattooer to the bone....keep pushin that ink homie

[@AwokenEntertainment]

Freddy Negrete is definitely an OG.. love that he embraces the new school as well.. this man must have endless crazy stories..

[@Lisa-kf4iu]

As someone in the educational field, I love the fact that the philosophy of the facility he was sent to shows what youth need that are in trouble. And the fact that some of the staff went to see him at a convention later on was so sweet!

[@ThatTattooGuyOfficial]

That's a strong man to be even able to talk about his sons that have passed openly. Seems like a really great dude.

[@TheKh65]

Guys like this have been around so long that they are masters

[@OgGrande113]

A legend in the tattoo game

[@inked]

That my friend, is a fact.

[@danielazafra4137]

Wow... MAAAAD respect for this guy... you could easily make an amazing movie out of his life

[@talysa_]

Booboo gave me all of my tattoos and I can 100% confirm that he spent his time with me on my smaller tattoos and didn’t shame me for what I wanted. He is a bright light now missing from this world. Great interview, Freddy is an icon.

[@randy9868]

Drunk guy: *gets stabbed in the neck* This guy: *cracks up*

[@tortellini6793]

His sons passing breaks my heart. He seems like a great man.

[@EricPetersen2922]

tortellini - breaks my heart, I knew Boo Boo for about 10 years.

[@ragerone1654]

Love this man he’s a legend much respect takes a lot to still push on after all that shit he went through

[@emanuela2311]

Legend! RIP both sons!

[@johnconklin9039]

Much respect and deepest condolences.

[@CHATOMARTINEZ93]

DOPE INTERVIEW (R.I.P BOO BOO)

[@IfSheWants]

His truth is so filled with sorrow. My heart hurts for his losses and I praise his ability maintain himself and move forward without bitterness. They don’t make men like this anymore.

[@alisharobinson3111]

Love this guy! I have so much respect for him and his journey through life.

[@Madmij]

Legend of the tattoo world and just the art world in general

[@magalybennett7417]

The title would have been better if it was From inmate to icon

[@joaquinmurieta2276]

I like hearing freddy because , he learned, tattooing in the varrio and in prison , so did I, I hate the term scratchers , but we actually created the Chicano black and gray , fine line single needle style.

[@jmoreno23red]

Stay strong, and keep moving forward, you are a legend.

[@loldodari1430]

Very cool guy with a great story

[@jonduncan8999]

i want a laugh now cry later tattoo from freddy, nothing but the best...

[@Hawk1966]

Now that was an interesting video, Inked. My heart goes out to Freddy, I can't imagine out living your kids. But damn, Jack Rudy, Paul? Ed? Freddy? You guys are tattoo royalty. I remember buying the tattoo magazines, my god, twenty-five years ago? Thirty? Making up for lost time now in my 50s and covering the skin worth putting ink into.

[@ClubTatuaje]

The last few minutes of the interview was so heavy. Keep your head up big homie!

[@BugsyMogues]

This man has been through sooo much in his life, bless him. Much love

[@sethhernandez1283]

We need more OG's on here talkN about their tattooing experience

[@Longlivedolphnigga]

Agreed bro, but I don’t think Inked will do that. Just looking at the videos they put out seems like they are really stuck on “quirky” artist. Which is shame because you guys like Chuco Moreno that are fucking great artists.

[@mckenzie_Rockneberg]

I’m saying a prayer for you, that you might find relief from your sorrows more often than not. God bless. The early part of story resonates with me because I was the child of parents who were in and out of prison while I found my own troubles in my own beginning. To see your success is a wonderful story.

[@therealjulez7886]

Freddy has mad respect in the scene, love all of his work! thank u for bringing chicano ink to the light!

[@MobLifeTEEZ]

Straight veterano! Carries himself in a good manner and is a Orignater of this black and gray tatts ! Shout out to Freddy the OG

[@bencolegrove2232]

Dam that was deep. Your an inspiration. By now means am I a great like you. But I've been tattoing for years off and on. I personally know your sorrows. I lost my boys 14 years ago. Stay up homie, like they say. What doesnt kill us makes us stronger. Keep on with that bad ass tattooing. God Bless you in the fight to push on.

[@davidgilfillan1934]

You are an absolute inspiration Mr Negrete.

[@pato1904]

He’s The Godfather of black and grey a real innovator rip his two sons !!

[@quintencareaga9287]

LEGEND! OG FINE LINE TATTOOER YALL NEW SCHOOL TATTER TOTS WOULDN'T HAVE A JOB IF IT WASN'T FOR THIS MAN RIGHT HERE

[@robertmacias279]

I wonder what he charges per hour. And what his waiting list looks like

[@CHATOMARTINEZ93]

Robert Macias 150$ AN HOUR

[@TheAcenightcreeper]

These og guys are not like the pompous twats that charge $1500 shop min plus $500 per hour...they love tattooing for the craft...not the money, they have principals

[@jojom2906]

Michael who tf charges 500 and hour💀💀💀

[@TheAcenightcreeper]

johnathan medlock bang bang studio new york, those twats who do micro single needle tats on new york doofuses and other morons with far more money than brains. It is a $1500 shop minimum, for 30 minute tattoos

[@thehappyhandler827]

nothing wrong with charging a minimum price to stop all the dumb butterfly and crappy tats.

[@juliemitchell3794]

It is amazing how Freddy & Isaiah's voices & mannerisms are identical 💕

[@JonBonDonegan]

He chatted to me in Shamrock a few years ago, just a nice dude.

[@erikcardenas8145]

He a real one gonna keep trying on this art till I make it💯respect

[@inked]

Don't ever give up.

[@stevenjenkins7301]

Much respect to you sir,great interview

[@mattmaxtaylormattmaxtaylor5553]

That was a truly remarkable interview. Only the humble are worth listening too.

[@ericm5107]

Good to see Freddy in good spirits

[@melavery9210]

It’s been 3 years… hope his constant sorrow is gone and he’s found some happiness. ❤️

[@jadek6382]

Those last few lines were quite the thought to leave on

[@M.R.4.2.0]

can you make tattoo artist react to WWE wrestlers tattoos

[@noelsolo61]

Freddy's life would be a GREAT feel good movie.

[@johnstarsh]

Freddy, Bob Tyrell, and Paul Booth are on my bucket list to get tatted by

[@zvengeancezealot3540]

I want him to tat me up. He got some out of this world top notch work.

[@EricPetersen2922]

Hey Freddy, Hope you have been well, miss ya. Great video here. ❤️

[@angelgamboa4114]

this man use to baby sit me. Him & my dad were in the same gang together. Sangra. Such a cool man tattooed my whole family and still keep in touch till this day.

[@billieribot6339]

Awesome guy... RESPECT ✊

[@jaredaf8969]

Stay strong Freddy.

[@EricPetersen2922]

Love & respect to Freddy as always.

[@theGoonezone]

THIS man is a LEGEND! Want One Tattoo from him, but, ohhh men, how?

[@juliemitchell3794]

Love seeing Freddy laughing 💕

[@anzetrobec6977]

I like his hat

[@baybornbalkanbaby7277]

If there is one person I'd like to get a tattoo from it would be this Man. His Black and Grey is legit. I have to save up a little bit....but it be absolutely worth it. Thinkin this fall fosho.

[@jgvtc559]

He used to teach a class at my rehab cool dude whats up freddie

[@NSKINGS420]

Always inspiring! Much love and respect from AZ!

[@critbug]

Awesome video, Awesome man!

[@TinaBazuin]

That's one classy man. 🙏💕

[@niktosyt8939]

Amazing men, amazing story. Thank you for this interview, this encourage me to continue what i started🙏

[@UnoriginalEscobar]

What an honour to listen to his story salute

[@mrnewgamer3875]

Damn, His story is insane

[@General.Apeshit]

Mister Cartoon should be on Inked

[@dan15lop]

Legend. Period.

[@brianboyle4518]

He is an awesome artist and human being!

[@visx1792]

Art saves lives.

[@elanacurl]

May God give you peace Freddy. Hopefully we'll see your sons later @The JC party. Take care and Ty sweetheart 🙂😎

[@44icehouse]

Much love n respect Freddy!! R.I.P. booboo and his other son.🙏🙏🙏

[@juliemitchell3794]

Frosty & Boo Boo are in the Lord's loving care. They want you to be happy & live a life worth living. God bless you Freddy 🙏

[@sraimand1982]

Firme interview homeboy.

[@pulpfictioncompaz]

his real name is Fernando!?

[@JonasErik]

Great history... 👏👏👏

[@bobbythefiasco]

This guy used to be a priest , why dont thet mention that? He was the priest at my grandparents and my aunt and uncle . He was also my dads cellmate

[@jeffleblanc8850]

The real thing not many of his kind around tattoos saved this man a legend

[@209manuel1]

That was a good first experience for my new boss 😂🤣

[@unclejeremy]

We love you Freddy!

[@STUD_NASTY]

damn rip to ur boys much love

[@Lisa1111]

Props Freddy ❤

[@angelahicks963]

Totally awesome man...he is inspirational

[@joet7469]

Living Legend

[@dopegrillzbylee]

Mad respects

[@pinkyhernandez1178]

I always looked up to him from a kid an to this day

[@googleuser9018]

OMG I LOVE YOU MAN !!! XOXO

[@priscilla9001]

Freddy’s got no Regretes ☝🏻

[@carolinapowell2625]

He looks great for his age ! Wow

[@denicioramos3147]

Tamarack is the dungeon he’s talking bout

[@lukapekovic1207]

What a guy

[@Gir1Talk]

Beautifully story, I would love a tattoo from him And cherish it

[@daddy.graciasperez6996]

Legend

[@AVEnueBoii]

Stay up OG

[@skippydinglechalk4892]

🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@rottweilertop_teir_rotts7261]

Whats his shop called and where is it located.

[@joet7469]

Shamrock tattoo on Sunset in West Hollywood

[@annelycecain]

Dude I'm from Susanville

[@gerardobarajas4410]

RIP To your sons Mr Negrete I would love to get a tattoo from you😎😁😎

[@jeffleblanc8850]

Good for you to get the guards to get you a year off is something plus jack Rudy to be your meantor although you knew how to tattoo from being locked down you have a great attitude you were around all of the best you do what you do to learn al my teachers went to jail I had to make needles mix pigment and tattoo my first tattoo I guess it wasn’t to good I was in this shady shop the only one in town and I ended up tattooing al my life that was the early 90s I’m 60 now and don’t like the drama of a shop so I tattoo at home north of Toronto Canada but you sir are a legend and I love your work like you say if you want to learn you will I’m still doing it and love the craft things have changed so much but still love to tattoo good video ale gene in the tattoo world

[@carlo8267]

Freddy ❤

[@angelinarobledo6057]

Nice story. I hope one day I met u.. I already met Jack Rudy. Xo

[@Scottyjvtv]

🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘