Janet Jones — Biography
Born January 10, 1961, Janet Jones has carved out a career as an American actress, dancer, and fitness instructor. She is famously married to hockey legend Wayne Gretzky. Jones appeared in productions such as Annie in 1982, Staying Alive in 1983, and Snow White Live in 1980. She also had a minor role in The Beastmaster released in 1982. Her career gained significant momentum with her role in The Flamingo Kid in 1984, followed by an appearance in the cinematic adaptation of A Chorus Line in 1985. The year 1986 saw her in American Anthem, sharing the screen with gymnast Mitch Gaylord. In 1987, Jones was featured in a semi-nude spread in the March issue of Playboy. Her filmography also includes Police Academy 5: Assignment Miami Beach from 1988, and the 1992 baseball film A League of Their Own alongside Geena Davis and Madonna. She also famously portrayed the Phys Ed teacher in the Van Halen music video for "Hot for Teacher." Beyond acting, Jones hosted an infomercial for Jackie Chan and served as the lead instructor for a workout video produced by The FIRM. She and her daughter, Paulina Gretzky, were both featured in the movie Alpha Dog. Leveraging her surname, Jones participated in a 1986 television commercial promoting Jones Sausage, alongside other individuals with the same last name.
Jones's birthplace is Bridgeton, Missouri. Prior to her marriage, she was engaged for three years to tennis star Vitas Gerulaitis, who ultimately broke off the engagement. She also had relationships with actors Bruce Willis and Nels Van Patten, the son of Dick Van Patten. Jones first met Wayne Gretzky when he served as a judge on Merv Griffin's show Dance Fever in 1984. Their paths crossed again at a Los Angeles Lakers game in 1987, and they were married on July 17, 1988, in a ceremony at St. Joseph's Basilica that was broadcast live throughout Canada. The high-profile nature and romantic ambiance of their wedding drew comparisons to the celebrated nuptials of Princess Diana and Prince Charles. At the time of their wedding, Jones was four months pregnant with their first child, Paulina, who was born on December 19, 1988. The couple went on to have four more children: Ty Robert, born July 9, 1990; Trevor Douglas, born September 14, 1992; Tristan Wayne, born August 2, 2000; and Emma Marie, born March 28, 2003.
In a notable incident on October 22, 1997,
Jones's birthplace is Bridgeton, Missouri. Prior to her marriage, she was engaged for three years to tennis star Vitas Gerulaitis, who ultimately broke off the engagement. She also had relationships with actors Bruce Willis and Nels Van Patten, the son of Dick Van Patten. Jones first met Wayne Gretzky when he served as a judge on Merv Griffin's show Dance Fever in 1984. Their paths crossed again at a Los Angeles Lakers game in 1987, and they were married on July 17, 1988, in a ceremony at St. Joseph's Basilica that was broadcast live throughout Canada. The high-profile nature and romantic ambiance of their wedding drew comparisons to the celebrated nuptials of Princess Diana and Prince Charles. At the time of their wedding, Jones was four months pregnant with their first child, Paulina, who was born on December 19, 1988. The couple went on to have four more children: Ty Robert, born July 9, 1990; Trevor Douglas, born September 14, 1992; Tristan Wayne, born August 2, 2000; and Emma Marie, born March 28, 2003.
In a notable incident on October 22, 1997,
