Biography
Nick Jonas is an American singer, songwriter, and actor. Jonas began acting in theater at the age of seven and released his debut single in 2002 which caught the attention of Columbia Records where Jonas formed a band with his older brothers, Joe and Kevin, known as the Jonas Brothers. The group released their debut studio album It’s About Time through the Columbia label in 2006.
After leaving Columbia Records and signing with Hollywood Records, the group released their self-titled second studio album in 2007, which became their breakthrough record. The band became prominent figures on the Disney Channel during this time, gaining a large following through the network and they appeared in the widely successful musical television film Camp Rock (since 2008) and its sequel Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam (2010) as well as two of their own series, Jonas Brothers: Living the Dream (2008–2010) and Jonas (2009–2010).
Early Career
Jonas was born in Dallas, Texas, the son of Denise (née Miller) and Paul Kevin Jonas. Jonas’ father is a songwriter, musician, and former ordained minister at an Assemblies of God church, while his mother is a former sign language teacher and singer. Nick has a younger brother, Frankie, and two older brothers – Joe and Kevin. Jonas was raised in Wyckoff, New Jersey and homeschooled by his mother.
Jonas’ career started when he was discovered at the age of six in a barbershop, while his mother was getting her hair cut and was referred to a professional show business manager. He began performing on Broadway at the age of seven, portraying characters such as Tiny Tim, Chip Potts, Little Jake, and Gavroche among other roles.
Other Ventures
In 2017, he released his shoe collection 1410, a collaboration with versatile sneaker company Creative Recreation.[136] In 2018, he released in the spring with John Varvatos a clothing line labeled JV x NJ. Later in the year, the two of them released a fragrance also labeled JV x NJ. In September 2019, he announced that he had teamed up with fashion guru John Varvatos and the spirits giant Stoli Group on an ultra-premium tequila named Villa One. The tequila, which will roll out in the U.S. in September, will come in Silver, Reposado, and Añejo expressions.
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In 2020, he will be an executive producer for the show Dash & Lily with Stranger Things producer Shawn Levy. Levy will executive produce with Josh Barry via his 21 Laps banner, which now has multiple projects including “Stranger Things,” set up at the streamer. Jonas will EP via his Image 32 shingle.
In 2020 he and wife Piryanka Chopra Jonas are executive producers an unscripted series about an Indian pre-wedding tradition to Amazon. Amazon has greenlit the untitled series, which will follow engaged couples as they prepare for their sangeet. Casting is currently underway. Filming will take place in 2020. Chopra Jonas will executive produce via her Purple Pebble Productions while Jonas will executive produce under his Image 32 banner. Amazon Studios will produce.
Public image
During the early stages of their career, the Jonas Brothers were seen as role models and teen idols by their fans. And drew much media attention when they made the decision. Similarly, to begin wearing purity rings during their time on the Disney Channel. Though he has stated that the rings helped “shape [his] view of sex”, Nick felt his faith became more about his personal relationship with God.
Moreover, Jonas has more recently earned the title of a sex symbol following a string of provocative photo shoots. Jonas has often rejected the title, claiming “I don’t really consider myself [a sex symbol]. If someone wants to give me that title, that’s fine, but I don’t say these words about myself. I just try to be humble, make sexy music and push the envelope a little bit.”
His Health
Jonas was diagnosed with Type I diabetes at the age of thirteen and uses an insulin pump to help him manage his condition. He has developed the Change for the Children Foundation. Partnering with five different charities, their goal is to raise money and awareness for diabetes. He also developed a public service announcement with the Washington Nationals to support diabetes care. Similarly, at Children’s National Medical Center in Washington, D.C. Since August 6, 2008, Bayer Diabetes Care has partnered with Jonas as a diabetes ambassador. And that was to promote the idea for young people to manage their diabetes. Jonas testified in the U.S. Senate to promote more research funding for the condition.
Personal Life & Relationships
Jonas dated fellow Disney star Miley Cyrus from June 2006 to December 2007. He later was involved in a relationship with Selena Gomez in 2008, who appeared in his band music video for “Burnin’ Up”. In May 2011, Jonas started dating Australian singer Delta Goodrem. They broke up in February 2012. Jonas started dating fashion influencer Olivia Culpo in 2013. They ended their relationship in 2015 after nearly two years of dating. He proposed to Indian actress and singer Priyanka Chopra in London on her birthday on July 18, 2018. And the couple celebrated their engagement in Mumbai on August 18, 2018. On December 1, he tied a knot to Chopra at Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur, India.
Overview
- Full Name: Nicholas Jerry Jonas
- Date of Birth: September 16, 1992
- Age: 28
- Birth Place: Dallas, Texas, U.S.
- Occupation: Singer, song, writer, actor
- Years active: since 2000–present
- Home town: Wyckoff, New Jersey, U.S.
- Spouse(s): Priyanka Chopra (m since 2018)
- Relatives: Kevin Jonas (brother), Joe Jonas (brother), Frankie Jonas (brother)
- Family: Chopra family (by marriage)
- Genres: Pop, pop rock, R&B
- Instruments: Vocals, guitar, bass, piano, keyboard, percussion, drums
- Labels: Walt Disney, Columbia, Hollywood, Island, Safehouse
- Associated acts: Jonas Brothers, Nick Jonas & the AdministrationDemi Lovato
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- Height: 1.67 m
- Nationality: American
- Albums: Last Year Was Complicated, Happiness Begins, etc.
- Net Worth: roughly $25 Million