PE Guy is taking the internet by storm with his sarcastic humor and roasting of wealthy individuals. But who is behind this persona? We met 36-year-old fitness instructor Johnny Hilbrant Partridge, also known as PE Guy, to learn more about his journey from humble beginnings to becoming a social media sensation.
Partridge grew up in Illinois and graduated from the University of Denver with a degree in general business. He moved to Boston in 2016 to teach fitness classes at SoulCycle and later joined Barry’s gym. His role as an Instagram star has increased his following to over 213,000 people, making him a favorite among those who enjoy roasting wealthy individuals.
Despite the backlash from some of his fans, Partridge claims that he loves engaging with his audience and will continue to do so. He even plans to launch a podcast featuring interviews with celebrities, entrepreneurs, and other business owners. His goal is to provide entertaining content that resonates with his followers.
When asked about his views on money and social class, Partridge stated, “It’s funny because people say ‘Show us Wifey!’ And I’m like, ‘I really can’t.'” He believes in being true to himself and not apologizing for who he is or what he represents.
Source: https://www.boston.com/news/entertainment/2025/12/04/eat-the-rich-nobody-skewers-the-finance-bro-like-this-boston-fitness-instructor