Jon Bon Jovi, the iconic rockstar known for hits like “Livin’ on a Prayer,” recently opened up about his 35-year marriage to wife Dorothea. In an interview with The Independent, Bon Jovi admitted that he hasn’t always been a saint throughout their relationship. However, he credits their enduring marriage to Dorothea’s tolerance and their ability to grow up together.
The couple tied the knot at the Graceland Chapel in Las Vegas in 1989 and will be celebrating their 35th anniversary next week. They have four children together and have built a strong foundation of mutual admiration over the years. Bon Jovi acknowledges that being a rockstar comes with certain clichés, but he emphasizes the importance of not lying about his imperfections while also not jeopardizing his home life.
One of the clichés Bon Jovi addresses is drug use in the rock industry. He reveals that he has never been interested in narcotics due to a childhood experience where he smoked something laced with another substance. The resulting out-of-body high scared him, and he decided that drugs were not something he was comfortable with.
Bon Jovi also shares his thoughts on his son Jake Bongiovi’s engagement to actress Millie Bobby Brown. While he admits that he wasn’t initially aware of Brown’s work on “Stranger Things,” he admires her work ethic. He supports the young couple and hopes that they will grow together, emphasizing that their parents met when they were young as well.
When asked about performing at his future daughter-in-law’s wedding, Bon Jovi jokes that he doubts her word on him not performing. He leaves it open-ended, suggesting that it may depend on how much wine he has before she asks him to sing.
As Jon Bon Jovi and Dorothea prepare to celebrate their 35th anniversary, it is evident that their marriage has stood the test of time. Through acknowledging their imperfections, demonstrating tolerance, and growing together, they have built a strong foundation for their relationship. With their children pursuing their own dreams and relationships, the Bon Jovi family continues to support one another and navigate the challenges that come with fame and love.
