8 Interesting Things About Jon Bon Jovi
What makes a pop star? For many, it is their voice. Clichéd as it sounds, the voice behind many a hit song is what allows them to become famous. Even if you don’t recognize their face or name, chances are you know their voice.
Jon Bon Jovi has been entertaining audiences for decades with his solo career and band, Bon Jovi. Though he still performs with the band, Jon has also set up his own recording studio and fashion label.
Jon Bon Jovi’s Influences
Jon is a big fan of Bruce Springsteen, who he calls his “idol.” Jon has also contributed to the soundtracks for two films and has an album out with his brother David. He is also an avid supporter of the New York Red Bulls.
Jon is also a proud father of four children and husband to wife Dorothea Hurley.
Jon was married for 13 years before divorcing in 1994, but his marriage to Dorothea lasted until 2002.
Jon’s name is pronounced “Jon-Bon-Julie”.
Jon Bon Jovi’s Personal Life
1. Jon Bon Jovi is one of the most successful rock stars in history.
Jon has sold over 150 million albums worldwide, making him one of the best-selling artists of all time.
2. Jon Bon Jovi is the founder and CEO of his own company, The Entertainment Group.
The Entertainment Group is an umbrella company that oversees various facets of Jon’s personal and professional life including his recording studio and fashion label.
3. Jon Bon Jovi speaks six languages fluently.
Bon Jovi’s native language is English but he also speaks Spanish, Italian, Russian, French, and German fluently.
4. Jon Bon Jovi has a college degree.
Jon graduated with a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Rutgers University before moving to New York City to pursue his music career. He studied at Seton Hall University for law school and earned a Juris Doctor degree from Hofstra Law School in 1993 (he later took courses between 1997-2003).
5. Jon Bon Jovi was a lawyer.
In addition to being a musician, Jon has also been practicing law for over 20 years now as part of The Entertainment Group which includes his publishing company and music label among others. He is licensed to practice law in both New Jersey and New York State for corporations, partnerships, limited liability companies, non-profits as well as individuals.
Jon Bon Jovi’s Family Life
Jon Bon Jovi was born John Francis Bongiovi on September 16th, 1962. Bon Jovi is his mother’s maiden name.
Jon Bon Jovi has two children with his wife Dorothea Hurley; this makes him a step-father to her two other kids who also attend their school.
His daughter Stephanie Grace was born in 2002 and his son Jesse James was born in 2005. He also has a daughter from a previous relationship he had before he met Dorothea.
In 2012, Jon Bon Jovi became an American citizen when he took the Oath of Allegiance at a ceremony in New York City.
Jon Bon Jovi married his longtime girlfriend and manager Dorothea Hurley in 2014 after 24 years together. They have been together since they met at 18 years old, but they didn’t marry until they turned 44 and 50 respectively.
Jon Bon Jovi’s Fashion Label
One of the ways Jon Bon Jovi has found success in his career is by establishing his own fashion label. He launched the label in 2012 and has already signed on celebrities such as Donatella Versace, John Varvatos, and G-Star Raw. His fashion label offers a variety of goods, including men’s clothing and accessories, which are available at select retailers across Europe and Asia.
Jon Bon Jovi also owns a recording studio that he opened to artists looking to start their own careers. His studio is located in New Jersey and is used by many New Jersey artists to record their music. The studio has been featured on MTV’s “TRL” in the past.
Jon Bon Jovi’s Music
Jon Bon Jovi is a singer, songwriter, and musician. He is best known as the frontman of the rock band, Bon Jovi.
Jon’s solo music career began in 1983 when he released his self-titled album, which reached the top ten on the US Billboard 200 chart and sold over 3 million copies in its first year alone.
His second album, Slippery When Wet, with songs like “Livin’ on a Prayer” became one of the best-selling albums ever released by a single artist, selling over 40 million copies worldwide to date.
He has continued releasing hit albums throughout his career including New Jersey (1988), Keep the Faith (1992), Crush (1994), These Days (1995), Bounce (1997), Bounce Volume 2: The Best of Jon Bon Jovi (1998), Have a Nice Day (2000) and CrossRoads (2002).
In addition to his own studio albums, Jon also co-produced and performed on John Mellencamp’s 1991 album American Fool for Mercury Records.
Conclusion
Jon Bon Jovi is a true icon and proof of the power of talent, hard work, and determination. A mix of his diverse background in music, fashion, and marketing has made him a household name.
