In that prank Skaggs played Joe Bones, a former Marine Corps drill sergeant determined to wipe out obesity. A commando would even keep watch in the client's bedroom all night. Wire services hoisted it worldwide, sparking coverage in Japan, Australia, England, Italy, Germany and France. Skaggs finances his elaborate hoaxes by teaching at New York's School of the Visual Arts. He's constantly thinking bigger, better, more complex.
People are highly suspect.
You have to have good intent. That means no tying shoelaces together or giving anyone a hotfoot. As for himself, he wouldn't admit to any plans. But he will be on guard. When you have a reputation as the king of pranksters, they're always out to get you.