Joan Jett is a well-known American rock singer, songwriter, composer, producer, musician, and actress. Joan Jett is best known as the lead singer of the popular band “Joan Jett & the Blackhearts.”
Quick Facts
| Celebrated Name | Joan Jett |
|---|---|
| Age | 65 Years |
| Nick Name | Godmother of Punk, The Queen of Rock’n Roll |
| Birth Name | Joan Marie Larkin |
| Birth Date | 1958-09-22 |
| Gender | Female |
| Profession | Actor, Singer, and Producer |
| Place Of Birth | Wynnewood, Pennsylvania, USA |
| Birth Nation | USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | Mixed ( Irish, English and Scottish) |
| Father | James Francis Larkin |
| Mother | Dorothy Jett Larkin |
| Brothers | James Albert Larkin |
| Sisters | Anne Elizabeth Larkin |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Horoscope | Virgo |
| Height | 1.65 m (5 feet and 5 inches) |
| Weight | 56 Kg (1123 lbs) |
| Body Measurement | 34-33-34 inches |
| Body Type | Mesomorph |
| Education | Randolph Junior High school, Wheaton High School |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Eye Color | Light Brown |
| Net Worth | $10 million (estimated) |
| Source of Wealth | Her music career |
| Shoe Size | 8 (US) |
| Dress Size | 4 (US) |
| Sexual Orientation | Bisexual |
Joan Jett Biography
Joan Jett was born on September 22, 1958, Joan Marie Larkin. She arrived in this world in Wynnewood, Pennsylvania, USA. She is currently 65 years old and a citizen of the United States. She is also a Christian and was born under the sign of Virgo.
Moving on, she was born to her father, James Larkin, and her mother, Dorothy Jett Larkin. Her father worked as an insurance agent, and her mother was a secretary. Joan was the eldest of her parents’ three children, with two siblings. After her parents divorced, she looked up to her mother as a role model. She became interested in rock music after moving to Maryland.
Joan Jett Education
In terms of education, she attended Randolph Junior High School before transferring to Wheaton High School. She aspired to be a professional musician. Her mother arranged for a music teacher to help her with this. But she quickly dropped out.
Joan Jett Height, Weight
Despite her body measurements, she is a beautiful girl with a wonderful personality. In terms of height and weight, she stands 5 feet 5 inches or 1.66 meters tall and weighs approximately 55 kg or 121 pounds. Her actual body measurements (Chest-Waist-Hip) are also 33-24-33 inches. Furthermore, the singer has black hair and grey eyes.
Career
Joan, at the age of 15, was determined to form a band. The same year, she formed her band, ‘The Runaways,’ with a few female friends. In the 1970s, disco music began to rock everyone. Because most people perceived ‘The Runaways’ as amateur teenagers screaming about sex, drugs, and rebellion, they were initially unpopular. She is also a PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) member and claims to be a vegetarian for over 30 years.
The band’s next album, ‘Queens of Noise,’ was released in 1977. This album was also a flop in the United States. The band received three “gold” records in Japan. Joan and her band were showered with affection for Japan, which they returned on their album “Live in Japan,” which was dedicated in part to their Japanese fans. The album was, ironically, the band’s first major hit in the United States. Joan moved to England in the late 1970s, depressed by the failure of their US recordings, and considered going solo.
In England, she met Paul Cook and Steve Jones, former members of the seminal rock band ‘Sex Pistols.’ Similarly, she later returned to the United States and worked as a music producer for the ‘Germs,’ an American punk rock band. She started working on her debut solo album but had trouble finding a record label to sign her to. According to reports, she was turned down by 23 record labels, prompting her to establish ‘Blackheart Records,’ which she co-founded with producer Kenny Laguna. As a result, Joan became the first woman in American music history to run a record label. She released her self-titled solo album in 1980.
Joan Jett & the Blackhearts was formed when she joined forces with Kenny, and her debut album, ‘Bad Reputation,’ was re-released in 1981. The concert in New York that spring proved to be a passport to the American people’s hearts for ‘Joanna Jett & the Blackhearts.’ In early 1982, the band released another album, ‘I Love Rock ‘n’ Roll,’ which became a huge success. The album’s title track remained at the top of several music charts for weeks. Unable to relax, the band began work on their next album, ‘Album,’ which was released in early 1983. The record did not fare as well as their previous efforts.
After that, she tried her hand at acting for a few years but failed to make a name for herself. She went on to release two more albums, none of which were commercially successful. She then began working with other musicians, such as ‘Bikini Kill’ and ‘L7.’ She was also a member of two all-girl bands that attempted to imitate ‘The Runaways.’ In the 2000s, she released albums such as ‘Fetish’ and ‘Naked,’ and her 2006 album ‘Sinner’ contained subtle political satire.
Her next album, ‘Unvarnished,’ was released in 2013. This is her final studio album. Over the years, Jett’s music has appeared in a number of films and television shows. Hit soundtracks include ‘Shrek,’ ‘Baby Mama,’ and ‘The Runaways.’ She has appeared in films such as “By Hook or By Crook” and “Boogie Boy.” She was also a narrator in the film ‘Godly Boyish.’ Her acting career, on the other hand, was less than fruitful.
Joan Jett Net Worth
Joan has amassed a respectable amount of wealth as a professional musician. In terms of assets, she currently has a net worth of $10 million US dollars as of March 2024.
Joan Jett Relationship
Joan Jett’s sexuality has long been a source of debate among her fans. When questioned, she has always given contradictory messages. She has also never married or dated a man, raising questions about her sexual orientation. She is homosexual, according to some claims, but she has categorically denied this.
