Quick Info
| Profession | Musician |
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| Nationality | British |
| Date of Birth | 27/12/1944 |
| Age | 81 years |
| Birthplace | Portsmouth, Hampshire, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
Latest News about Mick Jones
Primary Wave Music announced a partnership with Mick Jones covering his publishing and recording catalogs, along with Foreigner's name, image and likeness and its touring. The deal was described as a move to help develop the band's songs and brand. Jones said he saw it as a strong home for the band's future.
Former Foreigner singer Lou Gramm said in a podcast interview that Jones is in the late stages of a serious neurological illness, which he described as Alzheimer's, while other reports describe Parkinson's disease. Jones has not performed with the band for some time and was unable to join its 50th-anniversary tour. Gramm joined select shows in his honour.
Luis Maldonado, previously Foreigner's guitarist, became the band's new lead singer on its farewell tour, with no original members performing. Jones remained actively involved behind the scenes and approved each member joining the group, including Maldonado.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Michael Leslie Jones |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 10" (178 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Gray |
Personal Life
| Hobby | Travelling |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | 1983 |
Family
| Spouse | Ann Dexter-Jones |
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| Stepson | Mark Ronson |
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Career
| Debut | Began his professional music career in the early 1960s as a member of the band Nero and the Gladiators, who scored two minor British hit singles in 1961. |
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| Current Involvement | Remains involved in Foreigner's creative decisions and approved the band's current lead singer, Luis Carlos Maldonado, while no longer touring regularly since around 2022. |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. In the 1960s, he began his career playing for various artists and writing songs that became hits. | |
| 2. Jones recorded under several names with a member of his initial band and took part in multiple projects before forming Foreigner. | |
| 3. His love for dogs reflects a warm aspect of his personality, showcased frequently in his social media. | |
| 4. He wrote songs for French artists including Je suis né dans la rue and À tout casser, which featured Jimmy Page on guitar. |
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