Jon Bon Jovi on Family, Music, and Mental Health

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As he prepares to return to the stage with the Forever tour, rock legend Jon Bon Jovi opens up about the highs and lows of his life, from becoming a grandfather for the first time to overcoming serious health struggles. Married to his high-school sweetheart, Dorothea Hurley, for over three decades, Jon has always prioritized family life, but his latest chapter as a granddad is bringing new joys and surprises. With his band's new album, Forever Legendary Edition, and a fresh perspective on life, Jon is ready to take on the road again, but not before sharing his story of resilience and determination.

Key Takeaways:

  • Jon Bon Jovi has become a grandfather for the first time with the recent adoption of a baby girl by his son Jake and wife Millie Bobby Brown.
  • The rock legend has overcome serious health struggles, including a serious bout of depression in 2013 and vocal-cord surgery that threatened to end his career.
  • Bon Jovi's new album, Forever Legendary Edition, features guest appearances by Avril Lavigne, Robbie Williams, and Bruce Springsteen, and includes reimagined versions of songs from their 2024 album Forever.
  • The band's singer, 63, is set to return to the stage with the Forever tour, which will visit Edinburgh's Murrayfield, Dublin's Croke Park, and London's Wembley Stadium in August and September 2026.
  • Jon Bon Jovi has spoken about his admiration for fellow New Jersey star Bruce Springsteen, who has also spoken publicly about his struggles with depression.
  • The Forever tour is set to go on general sale on Friday, October 31, 2026, and tickets can be purchased through the band's website, www.bonjovi.com.
  • Jon Bon Jovi has been open about his gratitude, joy, and health plans for the future, and is currently focused on performing live again and living in the moment.

Statistics:

  • Over 130 million records sold worldwide by Jon Bon Jovi and Bon Jovi.
  • Jon Bon Jovi has been married to his high-school sweetheart, Dorothea Hurley, for over three decades.
  • The band's new album, Forever Legendary Edition, features reimagined versions of songs from their 2024 album Forever.
  • Jon Bon Jovi will return to the stage at age 63 with the Forever tour, beginning in August 2026.
  • 130,000 people had to be moved from Wembley Stadium to Milton Keynes in 2007 due to the stadium's reconstruction, as a result of Bon Jovi's closing performance.

Sources:

  • Jon Bon Jovi, as quoted in the article.
  • "Forever Legendary Edition" album release, as mentioned in the article.
  • Jon Bon Jovi's Forever tour, as announced in the article.
  • Jon Bon Jovi's interview with Tom Bryant Singer, as mentioned in the article.
  • Wembley Stadium history, as mentioned in the article.
  • PA, Getty Images, and Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images for Live Nation, as credited in the article.