Career
Vinnie Jones, born on January 5, 1965, in Watford, England, started his career as a professional football player. He played for various clubs, including Wimbledon, Chelsea, and Queens Park Rangers. Jones was known for his aggressive style of play, and his soccer fouls are still talked about today. After retiring from football in 1999, Jones transitioned to acting and has since appeared in over 50 movies and TV shows.
Some of Jones’ most notable film roles include Juggernaut in “X-Men: The Last Stand,” Big Chris in “Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels,” and Bullet-Tooth Tony in “Snatch.” He has also made appearances in popular TV shows such as “Arrow,” “Elementary,” and “The Musketeers.”
CPR
In 2019, Jones made headlines for saving a man’s life with CPR. He was traveling on a flight from London to Los Angeles when a passenger collapsed. Jones quickly jumped into action and performed CPR until the plane made an emergency landing in Canada. The passenger survived, and Jones was praised for his heroic actions.
Following the incident, Jones became an advocate for CPR training and partnered with the British Heart Foundation to raise awareness about the importance of knowing CPR. He even starred in a video demonstrating how to perform CPR properly.
Personal Life
Jones has been married to his wife, Tanya, since 1994. The couple has a son named Aaron. In 2013, Tanya was diagnosed with skin cancer, and Jones took a break from acting to care for her. Sadly, Tanya passed away in 2019, and Jones has since spoken about his grief and the difficulty of losing his soulmate.
Aside from his acting and advocacy work, Jones is also known for his friendship with fellow footballer Paul Gascoigne. The two were famously photographed together during the 1990 World Cup, with Jones grabbing Gascoigne’s testicles in a playful manner. The photo has become an iconic moment in football history and is still talked about today.
Movies
Jones has appeared in a wide variety of movies throughout his career. In addition to the previously mentioned films, he has also starred in “Gone in 60 Seconds,” “Swordfish,” and “The Midnight Meat Train.” Jones has also lent his voice to animated films such as “Garfield: A Tail of Two Kitties” and “Escape from Planet Earth.”
In recent years, Jones has continued to act in both movies and TV shows. He appeared in the 2020 film “The Big Ugly” and has a role in the upcoming film “The Asset,” starring Michael Keaton and Maggie Q.
IMDb
Jones’ IMDb page is a testament to his successful career in both football and acting. He has over 100 acting credits, and his page is filled with positive reviews and ratings from fans and critics alike. Jones’ unique background and tough-guy persona have made him a fan favorite, and his career shows no signs of slowing down.
