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Birth
John was born on 2 March 1962 in New Jersey. -
Atlantic City Expressway
He created the band "The Atlantic City Expressway" with his friend David Bryan. -
First single
An opportunity to succes turned up and John recorded his first single, Runaway, at his cousin's studio. WAPP started playing the song on the air. -
Bon Jovi
John signed to Polygram and the band "Bon Jovi" was born. The band was made up by John, Richie, David, Alec and Tico. -
First album
Their self-titled debut came out. -
7800° Fahrenheit
The second album was released and some Rock bands such as Kiss, Scorpions and Judas priest helped the band to build up a considerable fan base. -
Slippery When Wet
This album launched the band to stardom and sold more than 14 million copies within six weeks. -
Wedding
The band went into temporary retirement and John married Dorothea Hurley. -
Acting
He appeared in the movie "Young Guns II" and he sang a song for that movie called: Blaze of Glory. -
Keep the Faith
The band came back and they released the fifth album. -
JBJ Soul Foundation
John and his wife set up what is now called the Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation. -
Hall of fame
Marking an impressive journey that produced an estimated 130 million records sold, Bon Jovi was elected to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
