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Janet Jones

Janet Jones (born January 10, 1961) is an American actress and former dancer best known for her roles in films including (1984), (1985), and Police Academy 5: Assignment Miami Beach (1988). Born in , and raised in nearby as the second youngest of seven siblings, Jones began her career in entertainment as a teenager, winning the Miss Dance of America title at age 16 and appearing as a contestant on the musical variety series in 1979. Jones achieved her breakthrough in Hollywood with a supporting role in the coming-of-age comedy The Flamingo Kid, opposite Matt Dillon, which highlighted her early work in dance and acting after initial appearances in projects like the film Annie (1982) and Staying Alive (1983), a sequel to Saturday Night Fever. Her filmography spans several decades, featuring notable parts in American Anthem (1986), a gymnastics drama; A League of Their Own (1992), the historical baseball comedy; Alpha Dog (2006), a crime thriller based on true events; and more recently, American Siege (2021), where she acted alongside her son Trevor Gretzky. Beyond acting, she has modeled and performed in musicals, though her career shifted focus after marriage to prioritize family. In 2006, she was implicated but not charged in an illegal sports betting ring known as Operation Slapshot. On a personal level, Jones met Canadian icon in 1981 on the set of , where she was a dancer and he was a guest judge, though their romance began in 1987 after reconnecting; the couple married on July 16, 1988, at St. Joseph's Basilica in , . They have five children: (born December 19, 1988), a singer and model married to professional golfer ; Ty (born July 9, 1990); Trevor (born September 14, 1992), an actor; Tristan (born August 2, 2000); and Emma (born March 28, 2003). The family became grandparents in 2021 with the birth of Ty's daughter Sicily, followed by Vienna in 2023, whom Jones affectionately refers to as her "grandbaby" on . In recent years, Jones has remained active in supporting her husband's involvement with the organization and has occasionally returned to acting while engaging in family-oriented activities. She attended high-profile events with Gretzky, such as the opening in December 2023, and in a February 2025 interview, addressed public criticism of her husband related to his political associations, emphasizing family resilience.

Early life and education

Family background and childhood

Janet Marie Jones was born on January 10, 1961, in . She was the second youngest of seven siblings in a family of modest means. Her father, , worked as a in the aviation industry, often traveling for work, while her mother, Jean Jones, provided steady support for the family. Robert battled cancer for much of Janet's childhood and passed away when she was 15, an experience that profoundly shaped her sense of discipline and resilience. Raised in the suburban environment of , , Jones grew up in a close-knit household where competition and activity were central to daily life. The family's modest circumstances instilled a strong , and her father's strict style influenced her own approach to challenges later in life. Jones often played with neighborhood children, fostering an early love for sports and physical pursuits that reflected the active, outdoors-oriented lifestyle of her upbringing. This suburban Missouri setting, combined with her mother's encouragement of creative endeavors, sparked Jones's initial interest in performance arts during her formative years. Local activities and family dynamics provided early exposure to and , laying the groundwork for her ambitions beyond the region's quiet communities.

Schooling and early interests

Janet Jones attended Pattonville High School in , graduating in 1979. Supported by her large family, she developed a strong passion for during her high school years, taking classes and engaging in performances that fueled her ambition in the . While specific academic achievements are not widely documented, her focus on dance activities shaped her path away from traditional academics toward entertainment pursuits.

Entertainment career

Dance and television beginnings

Janet Jones developed an early interest in during her high school years at Pattonville High School in , where she participated in dance and theater activities that honed her performance skills. Her formal training culminated in 1979 when, at age 18, she won the Miss Dance of America title through the Dance Masters of America competition, representing Chapter #21. This victory provided her breakthrough into professional entertainment, leading directly to her appearance as a contestant on the syndicated musical variety series later that year, marking her debut on television. Following her initial success on Dance Fever, Jones joined the show's regular dance ensemble as part of the duo Motion, alongside Diane Day, performing choreographed routines with host from 1980 to 1983. In 1980, she also appeared as a dancer in the HBO television special Live, a live-stage of the classic performed at . Jones continued building her television presence in 1983 by competing as a contestant on the game show on April 4, where she participated in the New Card Game but did not win the featured GLC automobile.

Film roles and major projects

Janet Jones made her film debut in the 1982 musical adaptation of Annie, portraying one of the ensemble dancers in the orphanage sequences. Her dance training from television appearances facilitated her entry into feature films, where she often took on supporting roles that highlighted her athleticism and stage presence. In 1983, Jones appeared as a dancer in Staying Alive, the sequel to Saturday Night Fever, contributing to the film's energetic dance sequences alongside John Travolta; the movie received mixed reviews for its lightweight plot but was praised for its choreography. Her breakthrough came in 1984 with The Flamingo Kid, where she played Carla Samson, the glamorous girlfriend of a wealthy patron at a Long Island beach club, opposite Matt Dillon; critics noted her poised performance as a highlight in the coming-of-age comedy, which earned positive reception for its nostalgic portrayal of 1960s youth. This role marked her transition from ensemble parts to more prominent characters, capitalizing on her youthful appeal and dramatic range. Jones followed with a supporting role as Judy Monroe in the 1985 screen adaptation of , depicting a determined dancer auditioning for a show; the film, directed by , garnered mixed critical response, with lauding its emotional depth and ensemble energy while others, including , critiqued its staginess and failure to capture the stage production's intimacy, ultimately leading to modest returns of $14.2 million against a $25 million budget. She next starred as Julie Taggart in the 1986 gymnastics drama American Anthem, opposite Olympic gymnast , showcasing her dance skills in athletic sequences; the film received mixed reviews but highlighted her versatility in sports-themed roles. In 1988, she took a lead role as Sergeant Kate in 5: Assignment Miami Beach, portraying a competent officer navigating comedic mishaps during a convention in ; the installment in the franchise was seen as formulaic but commercially successful, grossing $19.5 million domestically. By the early 1990s, Jones appeared in (1992) as a Racine pitcher in the all-female league during , a minor but fitting role in Penny Marshall's critically acclaimed ensemble comedy-drama that celebrated women's athletics and earned $107.5 million at the . Subsequent film work in the decade was limited, with no major leading roles following her 1988 marriage, reflecting a shift toward fewer projects. Jones's film career peaked in the mid-1980s with a string of dance-infused and comedic roles that showcased her versatility, but roles diminished post-1990s as she prioritized family, resulting in sporadic appearances in later decades, including Alpha Dog (2006) as Elaine Holden, a crime thriller based on true events; Two Tickets to Paradise (2006) as Donna; Palo Alto (2013) as Sherry; The Sound and the Fury (2015) as Caroline Bascomb Compson; and American Siege (2021) as Deputy Marisa Lewis, alongside her son Trevor Gretzky.

Other media appearances

In 1987, during the height of her early film success, Jones featured in a semi-nude pictorial for the March issue of Playboy magazine, which placed her on the cover and significantly elevated her public profile as a multifaceted entertainer. The feature, titled "Janet Jones," highlighted her transition from dance and acting into print modeling, capitalizing on her athletic background and on-screen charisma to reach a broader audience. Jones also ventured into advertising with a 1986 television commercial for Jones Sausage Links, where she promoted the low-fat product in a lighthearted spot that cleverly referenced her surname. This brief foray into commercials underscored her versatility beyond scripted roles, aligning with her dance-honed physicality and appeal in short-form media. In print media, Jones appeared on the cover of Cigar Aficionado magazine's March/April 1997 issue alongside , positioning the couple as a high-profile duo in publications. The feature contributed to her sustained media presence into the late 1990s, blending personal and professional visibility. Following the 1990s, Jones's entertainment engagements declined sharply as she prioritized family, with sporadic acting roles continuing into the alongside selective public outings, including appearances at events like the Harold and Carole Pump Foundation's 25th Anniversary Celebrity Dinner in August 2025, where she joined Gretzky to support initiatives. Earlier examples include the 2021 Lifetime Achievement Award ceremony, reflecting her selective involvement in husband-linked philanthropic activities.

Personal life

Marriage to Wayne Gretzky

Janet Jones first encountered in 1981 when he served as a celebrity judge on the television show Dance Fever, where she was a contestant and dancer. Their paths crossed again in 1987 at a basketball game, where mutual friends introduced them, sparking a romance that led to their engagement later that year. Jones's rising profile in films such as had placed her in entertainment circles that intersected with sports events, facilitating this reconnection. On July 16, 1988, Jones and Gretzky married in a lavish traditional Catholic ceremony at St. Joseph's Basilica in , , the largest church in the city to accommodate the large gathering. The event drew over 700 guests, including prominent figures from and entertainment such as , , , , and actor ; the bridal party featured 22 attendants, with Eddie Mio as best man and Jones's sister Jeannette as maid of honor. Jones wore a custom white gown valued at $35,000 with hand-beaded crystals and a 30-foot train, while the reception followed at the Westin Hotel amid street closures and crowds managed by police. The wedding was widely covered by Canadian media as a "," reflecting national excitement over the union of the hockey icon and the . Following the marriage, Jones scaled back her acting pursuits to prioritize family life alongside Gretzky, though she maintained selective roles, such as in Alpha Dog (2006) and American Siege (2021), while gaining recognition as a prominent "NHL wife." The couple shares a passion for sports, including hockey, baseball, football, and basketball, which has strengthened their bond and influenced their joint involvement in athletic and charitable activities. They marked their 37th wedding anniversary on July 16, 2025, underscoring the enduring nature of their partnership. Publicly, Jones and Gretzky are viewed as a quintessential Hollywood-hockey power couple, admired for their supportive dynamic and graceful navigation of fame across entertainment and sports worlds.

Children and family dynamics

Janet Jones and welcomed their first child, daughter Paulina Mary Jean Gretzky, on December 19, 1988, in , . Their second child, son Ty Robert Gretzky, was born on July 9, 1990, also in . The couple's third child, son Trevor Douglas Gretzky, arrived on September 14, 1992, followed by their fourth child, son Tristan Wayne Gretzky, born on August 2, 2000, and their youngest, daughter Emma Marie Gretzky, on March 28, 2003. All five children were born and primarily raised in after the family's relocation to in 1988, following Gretzky's trade to the . Subsequent moves, including stints in during Gretzky's tenure as of the Phoenix Coyotes from 2005 to 2009 and a return to in 2021 to be closer to family, reflected the family's adaptability to Gretzky's professional commitments, before they settled in around 2022. Paulina Gretzky has pursued a multifaceted career in modeling and music, securing a modeling in 2005 and appearing on the cover of Flare magazine, while releasing pop singles in the mid-2000s and hinting at a musical comeback in 2025. She became engaged to Dustin Johnson in August 2013, with the couple marrying in 2022 and welcoming two children. Trevor Gretzky, diverging from his father's hockey legacy, was selected by the Chicago Cubs in the seventh round (219th overall) of the out of Oaks Christian High School, signing a professional and playing in the before transitioning to acting and producing; in September 2025, he welcomed his second child. Ty Gretzky has focused on business ventures, including founding the Gretzky Hockey School. Tristan and Emma have emphasized education, with both graduating from universities in 2025—Tristan from and Emma from —supported by their parents' encouragement of individual pursuits; in August 2025, Emma welcomed her first child, son Walter. Janet Jones has played an active role in supporting her children's endeavors, from attending Trevor's baseball games to celebrating family milestones like university graduations, while also engaging in philanthropy, particularly breast cancer research charities in memory of her sister who passed from the disease. The Gretzky family has resided in various locations tied to Wayne's career transitions, fostering a close-knit dynamic amid relocations from California to Arizona, St. Louis, and eventually Florida. Central to their family life are values of faith, love, and resilience, which have guided them through professional shifts and personal challenges, as highlighted in profiles of their enduring partnership.

Gambling controversy

Involvement in the betting ring

In February 2006, uncovered an illegal gambling operation known as , which had been running since at least October 2005 following a tip about a state trooper organizing bets from his home in . The investigation utilized wiretaps to monitor activities, revealing a ring that processed over $1.7 million in wagers between late December 2005 and early February 2006, primarily on football games and , with no bets placed on . The operation was allegedly led by Phoenix Coyotes assistant coach , alongside State Trooper James Harney and associate James Ulmer, and involved connections to figures from the Scarfo family. Janet Jones, an actress and wife of Coyotes Wayne Gretzky, emerged as a significant participant in the ring through her longstanding friendship with Tocchet, who had been a teammate of Gretzky during their playing days. Wiretap evidence implicated her in placing substantial bets, with reports indicating she wagered approximately $500,000 overall on various sports events, focusing heavily on games such as a $75,000 bet on the outcome and a $5,000 wager on the coin toss. These activities were documented during the 40-day period leading up to the on February 5, 2006, positioning Jones as one of the ring's most active high-profile bettors. The revelation of Jones's involvement sparked immediate and intense media scrutiny, amplified by her marriage to Gretzky, which tied the scandal directly to the NHL amid the league's recovery from its 2004-2005 lockout. Wiretaps also captured Gretzky speaking with Tocchet about ways to shield Jones from the , though Gretzky publicly denied any personal knowledge of or participation in the betting ring; an NHL internal later cleared him of wrongdoing. Outlets like and highlighted the potential involvement of up to a dozen NHL players, including figures like , fueling public concern over the league's integrity and drawing parallels to past sports gambling controversies. Initial coverage emphasized the wiretap discoveries and the ring's scale, portraying the episode as a shocking breach involving celebrities and sports insiders.

Legal proceedings and outcomes

The investigation into the gambling ring, known as , was led by the starting in 2006, with allegations of ties to in and southern . Authorities identified Janet Jones as a bettor in the operation but determined that placing wagers did not constitute a crime under New Jersey law, and by February 2006, her stated she would not face criminal charges. No federal charges were pursued against her, and the probe concluded without any indictments for Jones by 2007. Rick Tocchet, the alleged financier of the ring, reached a plea deal in May 2007, pleading guilty to third-degree charges of and promoting . He was sentenced in August 2007 to two years of and avoided jail time, with the court noting no evidence of betting on games. The NHL suspended Tocchet indefinitely in February 2006, extending the ban through the 2006-2007 season and into 2008 as a condition of his reinstatement, prohibiting him from all league activities during that period. In response to media reports exaggerating her role, Jones threatened a $50 million against the state of in May 2006, claiming false statements about her involvement damaged her reputation. However, the suit was never filed, and by August 2007, no legal action had been taken, effectively resolving the matter without court proceedings. The had lasting effects on Jones's public image, casting a shadow over her family despite the lack of charges, though she maintained a low profile in subsequent years with no further legal entanglements reported as of 2025. Broader implications included heightened NHL scrutiny on , prompting the league to hire an independent prosecutor for its internal and reinforce policies banning employees from betting on any sport, which contributed to stricter integrity measures in professional amid growing concerns over sports wagering.

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