Jon Bon Jovi Biography: Wife, Net Worth, Songs, Age, Wiki, Instagram, Height, Siblings

Jon Bon Jovi, originally named John Francis Bongiovi Jr., is a famous American musician and actor.

He is most recognized as the creator and lead singer of the rock group Bon Jovi, established in 1983.

Throughout his career, he has produced 15 albums with his band and two on his own.

Profile

• Full Name: John Francis Bongiovi Jr
• Stage Name: Jon Bon Jovi
• Born: March 2, 1962
• Age: 61 years old
• Birthplace: Perth Amboy, New Jersey, USA
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: American singer-songwriter and guitarist
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• Parent: John Francis Bongiovi Snr and Carol Sharkey
• Siblings: Mathew Bongiovi, Anthony Bongiovi
• Spouse: Dorothea Hurley
• Children: Jake Bongiovi. Romeo Jon Bongiovi, Stephanie Rose Bongiovi, Jesse Bongiovi
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $410million

Early Life

John Francis Bongiovi Jr. was born in Perth Amboy, New Jersey, to parents John Francis Bongiovi Sr. and Carol (Sharkey).

His father was a barber and former Marine, while his mother was a florist and Playboy Bunny who also served in the Marines. He has two brothers, Anthony and Matthew.

His father’s family is of Italian and Slovak descent, with the name Bongiovi originating from Sciacca, Sicily.

His mother is of German and Russian ancestry. Despite previous rumors linking him to Frank Sinatra, Bongiovi clarified in a 2016 interview that this was untrue.

He was raised in the Catholic faith and spent summers in Erie, Pennsylvania, with his grandparents, where he worked as a newspaper seller.

Education

He went to St. Joseph High School in Metuchen, New Jersey, for his first two years before switching to Sayreville War Memorial High School in Parlin, New Jersey.

Jon Bon Jovi has always been committed to learning despite not attending college. His impressive songwriting abilities showcase his deep insight into human emotions and life experiences.

Career

Bon Jovi began his music career in the early 1980s by performing in different bands in New Jersey.

In 1983, he founded Bon Jovi alongside guitarist Richie Sambora, keyboardist David Bryan, bassist Alec John Such, and drummer Tico Torres.

Their first album, “Bon Jovi,” was released in 1984 and included popular tracks like “Runaway” and “You Give Love a Bad Name.“

The band’s second album, “7800° Fahrenheit,” came out in 1985 and achieved even greater success than their debut, featuring hits like “Livin‘ on a Prayer” and “Wanted Dead or Alive” that launched them into stardom.

Bon Jovi enjoyed many successful albums in the 1980s and 1990s, with hits like Slippery When Wet, New Jersey, Keep the Faith, and These Days.

They toured widely during this period, performing to packed audiences worldwide. In the 2000s, the band continued to release music and tour, though their commercial success dipped.

Nevertheless, they remained a beloved live act and had hits with songs like “It’s My Life” and “Who Says You Can’t Go Home.”

In recent years, Bon Jovi has released new albums like What About Now, Burning Bridges, and This House Is Not for Sale, maintaining a steady touring schedule and remaining a top rock band globally.

Awards and Nominations

Grammy Awards:

• Winner, Best Country Collaboration with Vocals (2007) for “Who Says You Can’t Go Home” with Jennifer Nettles
• Nominee, Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals (2004, 2008)
• Nominee, Best Pop Vocal Album (2008)

Golden Globe Awards:

• Winner, Best Original Song – Motion Picture (1991) for “Blaze of Glory” from Young Guns II
• Nominee, Best Original Song – Motion Picture (2013) for “Not Running Anymore” from Stand Up Guys

American Music Awards:

• Winner, Favorite Pop/Rock Male Artist (1996)
• Winner, Favorite Pop/Rock Band/Duo/Group (1996)
• Winner, Favorite Pop/Rock Album (1996) for “These Days”

MTV Video Music Awards:

• Nominee, Best Male Video (1987) for “Livin’ on a Prayer”
• Nominee, Best Video from a Film (1990) for “Blaze of Glory”

Other awards:

• Brit Award for Best International Group (1996)
• World Music Award for Best Selling Rock Artist (1996)
• American Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee (2009)

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @Jonbonjovi
• Facebook handle: Jon Bon Jovi
• Twitter handle: @jonbonjovi

Personal Life

While on The New Jersey Syndicate Tour in 1989, Bon Jovi made a secret trip to Las Vegas and married his high school sweetheart, Dorothea Hurley, at the Graceland Wedding Chapel.

They have four children: Stephanie (1993), Jesse (1995), Jake (2002), and Romeo (2004). Bon Jovi, a former resident of Rumson, New Jersey, set up his Sanctuary Sound recording studio in the basement of his home there. He jokingly refers to himself as a recovering Catholic.

Bon Jovi is close to New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft and former head coach Bill Belichick. He owns two Super Bowl rings from the Patriots and has performed multiple times at Gillette Stadium.

In 2019, he received an honorary Doctor of Music degree from the University of Pennsylvania and a second one from Princeton University in 2021 for his music and social welfare contributions.

Jon Bon Jovi was diagnosed with COVID-19 in October 2021 despite being fully vaccinated. He recovered by November 12, 2021; in April 2022, he reflected on how the experience influenced his songwriting.

Bon Jovi emphasized that the pandemic made him realize the vulnerability and fragility of life, affecting people worldwide regardless of age, nationality, or background.

Discography

Studio albums

• Blaze of Glory (1990)
• Destination Anywhere (1997)
• Live albums
• At the Starland Ballroom Live (2009)
• Compilation albums
• The Power Station Years: The Unreleased Recordings (2001)

Film

• Moonlight and Valentino (1995) as Valentino
• The Leading Man (1998) as Robin Grange
• Destination Anywhere (1997) as Nick
• Homegrown (1998) as Dusty
• Little City (1998) as Antonio
• No, Looking Back (1999) as Michael
• Row Your Boat (1999) as Jack
• Pay It Forward (2000) as Donnie Barrett
• U-571 (2000) as Chief Petty Officer Peter Emmett
• Cry_Wolf (2000) as Thomas
• National Lampoon’s Pucked (2006) as Troy Ender
• New Year’s Eve (2011) as Jensen

Television

• Sex and the City (1999) by Seth
• Ally McBeal (2002) as Billy Bob Thundercloud
• The West Wing (2006) as Danny Concannon
• Las Vegas (2005) as Himself
• 30 Rock (2011) as Himself

Net Worth

Jon Bon Jovi is an American rock icon, singer, songwriter, record producer, actor, and philanthropist with a net worth of $410 million.