Yes, he is an asshole:

https://www.reddit.com/r/HobbyDrama/comments/nzmvbi/butch_hartman_how_a_formerly_beloved_cartoon/

He has become an absolute villain and scam artist, and absolutely fits the douchebag label he is being given here.

This post has been brought to you by the committee to ruin your childhood because you asked too many questions, in association with John Kricfalusi.