Father sporting 240 tattoos faces backlash, accused of being a negligent parent – until his wife reveals the truth behind the situation.
He traces his tattoo journey back to an initial fascination, describing how it evolved into an addiction that led him to cover 85 percent of his body. Among his tattoos are his daughter’s lips and their names, reflecting his deep familial bond.
Expressing his desire to achieve full-body tattoo coverage within the next four years, Huff finds both the pain and the artistic aspect of tattoos captivating.
However, having so many tattoos presents its challenges, particularly in how he’s perceived by others. He reveals that youngsters at his children’s school find him intimidating, although his daughter insists that he’s not scary but rather good with tattoos.
Marita, Richard’s wife, acknowledges her initial fear of him based on his appearance but later recognizes his genuine kindness and generosity. She frequently praises him as a loving partner and devoted parent, emphasizing his unique qualities.
With three children from previous marriages, Marita emphasizes that Richard transcends the role of a mere stepfather, portraying him as a true father figure to all their children.
Despite his active involvement in the community, including participation in the PTA and attending all of his children’s events, Richard continues to face criticism, despite his widely recognized kind-hearted nature.
In response to his facial tattoos, one individual commented, “I’m not against tattoos, but does he really need tattoos on his face like that?”
However, Richard also has his supporters. “Everyone keeps talking about his face tattoo. He likes it. He got it. He’s a good father. Let him be.”
Addressing the criticism, Richard reflects, “If somebody can make negative comments like that, there’s something wrong with them themselves that they would have to judge somebody else.” He adds, “This is what we did and we’re happy. We’ve been together six years, our kids are happy, and to us, that’s all that matters.”
