Jennifer Youngblood is the ex-wife of popular American drummer and rock star David Grohl. She is an American photographer born on 6th April 1971, and currently 53 years old.
Jennifer became famous after Grohl’s success as a music artist, although she keeps a private life and not much is being heard about her. On his part, David Grohl has since moved on with his life and career and is currently married to Jordyn Blum, and their relationship is termed stable and flourishing.
Jennifer Youngblood’s Biography Summary
- Full name: Jennifer Youngblood
- Gender: Female
- Date of birth: 6th April 1971
- Jennifer’s Age: 53 years old
- Nationality: American
- Sexual Orientation: Straight
- Religion: Christianity
- Marital Status: Single
- Jennifer’s Husband: David Grohl (Ex-Husband)
- Famous for: being David Grohl’s ex-wife
How Old is Jennifer Youngblood?
Jennifer Youngblood is 53 years old. Born Jennifer Leigh Youngblood on 6th April 1971, she is from Michigan, a state in the Great Lakes region of the upper Midwestern United States. The identities of her family background, including parents, siblings, and what activities they are involved in, are currently unavailable to the public.
There is also no information regarding her ethnicity or that of her family, her religious background, and her race. However, we could easily place her to be white and that her religious inclination could be Christianity if she had a church wedding with her ex-husband David Grohl.
The 53 years old is said to have had her upbringing in Grosse Pointe. Grosse Ponte is a city in Wayne County, Michigan, with an estimated population of over five thousand residents. Jennifer Youngblood’s educational information is also not available for public consumption as she has not shared any with the media.
Life Events Timeline
| Year | Key Event |
|---|---|
| Early 1990s | Jennifer Youngblood met Dave Grohl. They reportedly met while Grohl was in the band Nirvana. |
| 1994 | Married Dave Grohl. |
| 1997 | Divorced Dave Grohl. |
| Post-1997 | Details about her personal life following her divorce from Dave Grohl are not widely known to the public. |
Is Jennifer Youngblood a Singer?
Jennifer Leigh Youngblood is not a singer or musical artist, but with the last known available information about her, she is said to be a professional photographer. She may not be as famous as her ex-husband, who got famous through his music, but Jennifer has worked with famous people, her ex-husband being one of them.
Before she met her ex-husband, Jennifer was a young photographer with talents and passion for what she does. As a freelancer, she would go from city to city looking for gigs and probably events where she exhibits her talent and love for what she does best. It was on one such occasion that she met with Dave.
Her ex-husband’s fans and followers may tend to wonder if she tried anything musical while they were married, probably as a backup artist or songwriting. Whether Jennifer tried anything musical while married to David or not, there is no available information regarding that aspect.
How Old Was Jennifer Youngblood When She Became Dave Grohl’s Wife?
Jennifer Youngblood was 23 years old when she married her first husband, David Grohl. Jennifer Youngblood and David got married in 1994, with little or no information available about the wedding ceremony.
The couple first met in the summer of 1992. As reported by multiple sources, they were both chasing after their dreams. For David Grohl, he was on tour with the music band Nirvana which he was a newly recruited member playing drums. At the same time, Jennifer was exploring her talents in photography and was chasing after events and celebrities.
The two kicked it off from there with little delay, and after dating for a little while, they tied the knot. Jennifer and David married at a very young age, and it is reported that she was only 23 years old when they married, while David was 25. Age, they say, doesn’t matter if two people are in love, and this will be confirmed by David years later on how a little spark set their hearts ablaze with love.
A little spark may have ignited the flame that set two hearts ablaze alright, but the flame, it seems, could not be sustained for Jennifer and her ex-husband David Grohl. The former lovers were able to sustain the union for only a short period of time. After staying married for a period of fewer than four years, the duo separated and got a divorce the year that followed.
The Talented Photographer’s Marriage to David Grohl helped Foo Fighters Music Band with a Few projects.
Jennifer became an important instrument of David’s musical dreams and aspirations. And not just an instrument, she also became his support when his former band member and the lead vocalist of Nirvana, Kurt Cobain, died by suicide. It was reported that David went into a stage of depression during that period, and Jennifer was the one who stood by him till he got through it and back to his feet again.
After the death of Kurt Cobain, The Nirvana band was dissolved, and thus, Jennifer’s ex-husband, David, established his band named Foo Fighters in 1994. At first, Foo Fighters started as a one-man project, and David was the band’s only official member. However, before releasing their debut album in 1995, David recruited Nate Mendel, a bassist, William Goldsmith, a drummer, and Pat Smear, of former Nirvana, as the tour’s guitarist.
It has been reported that the 53 years old photographer’s romance with Dave was said to be the inspiration behind the debut song of the band, This Is A Call, which was composed in 1994 when the couple was still residing in Dublin, Ireland, where they had the honeymoon for their wedding.
It was also discovered that her photography talent was behind the cover art for the band’s first album, Foo Fighters, released in 1995. Following the dissolution of their marriage In 1997, the band released a single titled Everlong, which many believed was inspired by her. Everlong would later appear on Foo Fighters The Colour and the Shape album, released on 20th May that same year.
Why Did Jennifer Youngblood Divorce Dave Grohl?
The underlying reason behind the divorce, as stated by David, was his infidelity at that time. However, this was made known years later after both had gone their separate ways by Jennifer’s ex-husband David in an interview he granted The Guardian news media. David also stated that aside from his infidelity, there were other variables that added up to why their marriage only survived for just a short period.
David was of the opinion that they were both too young to get married when they did and that they probably were not ready for it. Jennifer has since been silent about the whole situation and would prefer to leave the past behind her. The photographer and the Rock Star’s divorce proceedings must have been a quiet one, as no details regarding the terms of the agreement and the settlements.
The divorce had a negative impact on the Foo Fighters’ activities and some of its members. Jennifer and the band’s guitarist Pat Smear have had a long history of friendship. After the divorce, Pat Smear had issues dealing with the outcome of the situation. Coupled with personal concerns, he chose to quit with the Foo Fighters. He eventually returned a few years later, thankfully.
Where is Dave Grohl’s Ex-wife Since their Divorce?
Jennifer has since maintained a private life after the divorce with her ex-husband and 18-time Grammy award winner David Grohl, it is unknown if she has tied the knot or has since resumed dating, and for certainty, it is also unsure if she has kids from any love relationship she might have gone into.
On the other hand, her ex-husband is now married to Jordyn Blum, and they have three kids together. It was reported that Grohl and Blum got married on 2nd August 2003, six years after the failed marriage.
Although he seems to have moved on with his life, Grohl is still fond of his ex-wife. He stated that he has no negative emotions towards her and their past together and that she is one of the craziest people he has come across.
FAQs
Who is Dave Grohl’s ex wife?
David Grohl’s ex-wife is Jennifer Youngblood, an American photographer born on 6th April 1971, and currently 53 years old.
What is Jennifer Youngblood’s net worth?
Information about Jennifer Youngblood’s net worth is not public knowledge, However, her ex-husband, David Grohl has an estimated net worth of $330 million.
How Tall is Jennifer Youngblood?
Jennifer Youngblood is 5 feet 8 inches tall.
What is Jennifer Youngblood’s Nationality and Ethnicity?
Jennifer Youngblood’s nationality is American, however, there is also no information regarding her ethnicity or that of her family. However, we could easily place her to be white, judging by her looks.
Is Jennifer Youngblood Currently Married?
Jennifer has maintained a private life since her divorce from her ex-husband David Grohl. Consequently, it is unknown if she has tied the knot or resumed dating.
Does Jennifer Youngblood have children?
It is also unknown if Jennifer Youngblood has kids from any love relationship she might have gone into.