Who is Wayne Gretzky’s wife? Know all about Janet Jones
Exploring the details regarding the popular wife of Wayne Gretzky, Janet Jones.
Follow Us
Janet Jones and Wayne Gretzky (Image via Business Insider)
Wayne Gretzky also known as “The Great One”, is a former ice hockey professional who played with several National Hockey League teams. During his time as an NHLer, he left a heavy mark on the game. These include Edmonton Oilers, Los Angeles Kings, St. Louis Blues, and New York Rangers. Calling him one of the greatest hockey players justifies him, as he touched the Finals six times and set several records.
With a net worth of $250 million or more, the all-time hockey legend enjoyed a gigantic career filled with rewards and financial stability. He’s not only a player but a coach, an entrepreneur, a husband, and also a loving father. He is married to his gorgeous wife Janet Jones and has welcomed five children into the world.
The duo of Wayne and Janet Gretzky have since gone on to become one of the top power couples in sports and entertainment industry. Lets delve deeper and find out more about Janet Jones and how their relationship started.
Who is Wayne Gretzky’s wife Janet Jones?
Janet Jones is a popular American actress. She has appeared in TV programs and movies including Annie (1982), Staying Alive (1983) and the Beastmaster (1982).
Where is Wayne Gretzky’s wife Janet Jones from?
Born in 1961, Janet Jones originally hails from Missouri, United States. She attended Pattonville High School in Maryland Heights, Missouri. Apart from this, much information regarding her early life is unknown.
Where did Wayne Gretzky and Janet Jones meet each other?
Wayne Gretzky married the gorgeous actress Janet Marie Gretzky on 16 July 1988. The couple met on a show named Dance Fever and hit it off almost immediately. They officially became a couple just a year back in 1987, and in the next year, Wayne proposed to Janet. They walked down the aisle later that year in July.
What does Janet Jones do for a living?
As mentioned above, Janet Jones is an actress. She has achieved a lot of success in the entertainment field. She has also tried her hand in business while co-founding Nine West Grill, a restaurant chain and ‘Gretzky’, a clothing brand. Apart from this, she has been spokesperson for brands such as Pepsi Co., Nike, and L’Oreal.
Janet Jones’ family background
As per reports, Janet was born in Bridgetown, Missouri, to Jean and Ralph Jones. Her father served in the US Army during the Korean War. After quitting the army, Ralph became a successful businessman, running a chain of hotels in Missouri. Meanwhile, her mother remained a homemaker.
As for her married life with Wayne Gretzky, she has five children named Paulina, Ty, Trevor, Tristian and Emma. Interestingly, she was four months pregnant with Paulina when she got married.
- Who is Alex Ovechkin’s wife? Know all about Anastasia Shubskaya
- Who is John Carlson’s wife? Know all about Gina Nucci
Stay Updated!
Kaushani Chatterjee
(2156 Articles Published)