Our thoughts and prayers go out to Jon Bon Jovi and his family for their tragic loss

Days before her birthday, Jon Bon Jovi’s mother Carol Bongiovi passed away.

She was dubbed a “force to be reckoned with” by the singer.

JON Three days prior to being eighty-three, Bon Jovi’s mother, Carol Bongiovi, passed away.

Jon, 62, spoke empathetically about Carol following her death on Tuesday at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, New Jersey.

Jon told PEOPLE, “Our mother was a force to be reckoned with; her spirit and can-do attitude shaped this family.”

“We will miss her terribly.”

Carol, a former Playboy bunny, founded the fan club for her son’s band.

She met her future husband, John Bongiovi, Sr., after she enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps in 1959.

After relocating, they reared their children in Sayreville, New Jersey.

Following that, they relocated to Holmdel, New Jersey, where she lived until her passing.

It was reported that Holmdel Funeral Home will oversee Carol’s private funeral.

Her three children, Jon, Anthony, and Matthew, as well as her 63-year-old husband, will miss her.

Jon has previously stated that when he was a child and desired to be a musician, his parents provided him with “incredible support.”

In November 2020, he said, “Even if you weren’t good at your craft, you could work on it if you thought you were,” to The Big Issue.

“As I grew older, I realized how wonderful my parents’ gift to me was.

“They genuinely believed John F. Kennedy was directing them to travel to the moon.” “You can go to the moon, of course.” Just go, John. I visited that place.

The performer told about how his parents used to take him to concerts when he was seventeen.

When Jon was seventeen, his parents allowed him to perform at events, which allowed him to pursue his aspirations.

“They were always there for me, which was amazing looking back,” he remarked.

“Because I could have to be at school at eight o’clock and get home at one or two in the morning.”

“They just told me to go to school on time, you know that’s my responsibility, but follow your dreams.”

The girl Jon fell in love with in high school, Dorothea Hurley, is the wife he married.

Together, they are parents to three sons, Jesse, Jake, and Romeo, and a thirty-one-year-old daughter, Stephanie.

Model Jake wed Stranger Things actress Millie Bobby Brown in a tiny, private ceremony in May 2024, according to the first story from The Sun.

The parents of Millie and Jon attended the little wedding.

He expressed his excitement for the wedding to The Sun the week prior.

“My grandchildren will have more English ancestry than Italian or any other heritage I may have” That must be absurd, right? The musician screamed.

“Your kids are married and talking to you about having grandchildren all of a sudden? Wow!” In my book, this is the longest chapter.

Willow Smith: Success Built on My Own Terms, Not My Parents’ Fame

Willow Smith, a gifted 23-year-old singer and actress, wishes to make it clear that her parents, Will and Jada Pinkett Smith, aren’t the only people who have contributed to her career. Willow has continuously worked to forge her own route in the entertainment industry and establish her identity as an independent artist, even though she was raised in the spotlight.

Early Starts and Musical Adventure

Willow’s Hollywood career kicked off early; at the age of seven, she starred in her father’s critically praised film, I Am Legend. She gained popularity in the music industry at the age of ten because to her hit song Whip My Hair. Willow, though, has always made an effort to set herself apart from her parents’ celebrity and go on her own artistic path.

Throughout her career, Willow has put out five studio albums. This weekend, she will debut Empathogen, her much awaited sixth album. She discussed her experiences in the music industry in a recent interview with Allure magazine, saying that the idea that her parents are the only reasons for her fame has inspired her to put in even more effort.

Rejecting the Label of “Nepo Baby”

Despite what some may think, Willow is adamant that she does not match the image of a “nepo baby,” or someone who succeeds only because of their connections. She has put a lot of effort into showcasing her skills and abilities. Willow said, “I don’t have to prove anything to anyone anymore,” with assurance. She is aware that despite her parents’ notoriety, her uniqueness and spirit will always come through.

Accepting Black Relationships and Identity

Willow also talked candidly about the difficulties she faces as a Black woman in the US. Regardless of her notoriety, she stressed that being Black is an integral part of who she is. Willow uses her rich complexion, which she is proud of, to connect with people. “I love being Black,” she declared. And as everyone is aware, while that’s a place of connection, it doesn’t release you from accountability.

The Self-Reliant Smith Brothers

Apart from Willow, the other Smith siblings have made the decision to forge their own careers outside of their well-known parents. Jaden Smith, her older brother, made his feature film debut with their father in the movie The Pursuit of Happyness, and he too became successful at an early age. Since then, he’s started his own clothing line and had a prosperous career as a rapper.

Willow and Jaden have demonstrated that they are more than just famous people’s kids. They have accepted their uniqueness, made their own places for growth, and pushed boundaries in their own industries. Willow’s story demonstrates the ability to succeed in the face of criticism by having resilience and self-belief.

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