Jon Bon Jovi Marks 36 Years of Marriage With Heartfelt Tribute to Wife Dorothea Hurley
Rock icon Jon Bon Jovi is celebrating a major relationship milestone—36 years of marriage with his wife, Dorothea Hurley.
Rock icon Jon Bon Jovi is celebrating a major relationship milestone—36 years of marriage with his wife, Dorothea Hurley. The couple, who tied the knot in 1989, have become one of the rare Hollywood love stories that continue to thrive decades later.
On April 29, the Bon Jovi frontman took to Instagram to mark the special occasion, sharing a romantic photo series that captured fans’ hearts. The tribute included a bouquet of 36 red roses, a classic wedding day photo, and a shot of the Las Vegas chapel where they exchanged vows.
“36 roses for 36 amazing years. Happy anniversary, my love…,” Bon Jovi captioned the post, which quickly drew attention from fans and followers across social media.
A Vegas Wedding That Took Everyone by Surprise
In a past interview with People, Bon Jovi opened up about how he and Dorothea decided to get married on a whim while on tour in Los Angeles.
“We had a night off, and I just said, ‘Let’s go to Vegas right now,’” he recalled. “She said, ‘Now?’ and I said, ‘Now.’”
That spontaneous decision led them to the Graceland Wedding Chapel, where a simple taxi ride turned into a life-changing moment. With no big entourage and no media buzz, the wedding was intimate and unplanned. In fact, their taxi driver ended up serving as the witness.
The surprise wedding caught many off guard—including their family, bandmates, and management—but the couple stood their ground.“It was supposed to be something beautiful,” Bon Jovi shared. “People tried to take that away from us, but we didn’t let them. And now, 36 years later, we’re still together.”
Building a Life Away From the Spotlight
Jon Bon Jovi and Dorothea Hurley have kept much of their personal life private over the years, even as his career soared to global fame. They’ve raised four children together—Stephanie, Jesse, Jake, and Romeo—while maintaining a strong foundation away from the spotlight.
Jake, the couple’s third child, made headlines last year when he married Stranger Things actress Millie Bobby Brown. In a recent interview, Brown praised her bond with her father-in-law.
“He’s incredibly supportive and always knows exactly what to say,” Brown shared during a conversation on the “SmartLess” podcast. “If I’m ever unsure about something, he’s the first person I go to. His advice is full of wisdom.”
Why Fans Admire Their Enduring Relationship
At a time when celebrity marriages often make headlines for short-lived romances or high-profile divorces, Bon Jovi and Dorothea’s love story stands out for its longevity and authenticity. Fans admire how the couple has prioritized their relationship, family, and values over fame and media attention.
Their secret? According to Bon Jovi, it’s all about respect, friendship, and making decisions based on what’s right for them, not what others expect.
A Story That Still Rocks After 36 Years
From their surprise Vegas wedding to raising a family and staying grounded despite the pressures of fame, Jon Bon Jovi and Dorothea Hurley have built a relationship that resonates with fans around the world.
As they celebrate 36 years together, their story reminds us all that lasting love, even in the world of rock and roll, is not only possible—it’s powerful.
