Wayne Fred Johnson is best known as the father of Don Johnson, an American actor, director, singer, songwriter, and producer.
He was raised in poverty
Don Johnson, his son, grew up in poverty. Both of his parents were low-income earners who divorced when he was young. Following the divorce, Don Johnson began to live with his mother, who frequently worked long hours in a local cafe.
He used to have plenty of time to roam around, and his neighbors even gave him a nickname. Because of his mischievous behavior, he was nicknamed “Rowdy.” However, his life was transformed when a theater arts teacher noticed him and enrolled him in acting classes. She even bought him a movie ticket to a foreign country. There was no turning back after that, and he was awarded a scholarship to American University.
After 11 years of marriage, He divorced
Wayne Fred Johnson worked as a farmer, while his wife Nell Wilson worked as a beautician. However, the key details of their wedding ceremony and date have remained unknown to this day. On December 15, 1949, the couple had one child, a son.
Don Johnson, the couple’s only child, was born. The couple used to live in Wichita, Kansas, and they had a baby when they were in their teens. He was 17 at the time, and his wife was 19 at the time. The couple moved when their son was six years old. After 11 years of marriage, the couple divorced, although the reason for their divorce remains unknown.
Was married five times
Don Johnson, his son, has been married five times. He had previously been married twice, both of which were quickly annulled. Although the names of his two wives have not been revealed, rumors suggest that they were dancers and a ‘rich bimbo.’
After a few short relationships, he began dating Melanie Griffith, who was only fifteen years old at the time. The couple relocated to Laurel Canyon in a rented house. On her 18th birthday, the couple got engaged. They married in January 1976, shortly after their engagement.
His wife filed for divorce after six months in July and was divorced in November. They rekindled their relationship, however, and had one daughter, Dakota Johnson, in 1989. They were married until 1996.
Following that, he began dating singer Patti D’ Arbanville, but they never married. In 1982, the couple gave birth to a son named Jesse Wayne. Unfortunately, they split up after being together from 1981 to 1985.
He tied the knot for the fifth time in 1999. On April 29, 1999, Don Johnson married Montessori school teacher and San Francisco socialite Kelley Phleger. They have been married for over two decades. The couple was the parents of three children, one daughter, and two sons. Atherton Grace (1999), Jasper Breckinridge (2002), and Deacon (2006).
Net Worth
Wayne Fred Johnson’s net worth is unknown at this time, but his son Don Johnson is estimated to have a fortune of $50 million as of January 2024. His annual income is being scrutinized.
Earnings source
He amassed his fortune as an actor, producer, songwriter, and director. He enjoys splurging on luxuries. In fact, he was on the verge of bankruptcy twice as a result of this habit (in 2012 and 2008). But, somehow, he managed to become wealthy time and again.
Family
- Wayne Johnson’s father was Fred Johnson
Wayne Johnson’s mother was Lena Johnson - Wayne Johnson’s son is Don Johnson Wayne Johnson’s son is Greg Johnson
- Wayne Johnson’s daughter is Jamie Skylar Wayne Johnson’s son was K C Johnson
- Wayne Johnson’s wife was Nell Johnson
- Wayne Johnson’s granddaughter is Dakota Johnson
- Wayne Johnson’s grandson is Jesse Johnson
- Wayne Johnson’s granddaughter is Grace Johnson
Death anniversary and age
- On August 24, 1930, he was born.
- On May 26, 2020, he breathed his last.
