Shirley Jones Height, Weight, Age, Boyfriend, Family, Facts, Biography

Shirley Jones Quick Info
Height5 ft 5 in
Weight52 kg
Date of BirthMarch 31, 1934
Zodiac SignAries
Eye ColorHazel

Shirley Jones is an American actress, voiceover artist, stage actress, and singer who has had a remarkable career in the entertainment industry which spans around 6 decades. Some of her critically acclaimed performances came in movies like Elmer Gantry, Never Steal Anything Small, The Music Man, and Hidden Places.

Born Name

Shirley Mae Jones

Nick Name

Shirley

Sun Sign

Aries

Born Place

Charleroi, Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Nationality

American

Education

Shirley Jones studied at South Huntingdon High School located in Ruffs Dale, Pennsylvania.

Occupation

Actress, Singer, Voiceover Artist

Family

  • Father – Paul Jones (Co-Owner of the Jones Brewing Company)
  • Mother – Marjorie (née Williams) (Homemaker, Co-Owner of the Jones Brewing Company)
  • Siblings – Shirley Jones is an only child.
  • Others – Caitlin Cassidy (Granddaughter), John Cassidy (Grandson), Juliet (Granddaughter), Caleb (Grandson), Roan (Grandson), Lila (Granddaughter), Mairin (Granddaughter), Cole (Grandson), Jack (Grandson), Meaghan (Granddaughter)

Manager

Shirley Jones is represented by Kazarian/Measures/Ruskin & Associates, Inc., Talent Agency, North Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, United States.

Genre

Pop, Traditional Pop, Gospel

Instruments

Vocals

Labels

Columbia Records, RCA Victor, Bell Records, A&M Records, Diadem, Stage Door Records, Encore Music Presents

Build

Slim

Height

5 ft 5 in or 165 cm

Weight

52 kg or 114.5 lbs

Boyfriend / Spouse

Shirley Jones has dated –

  • Jack Cassidy (1956-1974) – She got married to actor and singer, Jack Cassidy, on August 5, 1956, and they were blessed with 3 sons, namely, Shaun, Patrick, and Ryan. The duo divorced in 1974.
  • Marty Ingels (1977-2015) – On November 13, 1977, she married actor and comedian, Marty Ingels. Despite going through several ups and downs, the duo remained married until Ingels’ death in 2015.
  • Race / Ethnicity

    White

    Shirley Jones is of English, Welsh, Scottish, German, Irish, and French descent.

    Hair Color

    Gray

    Eye Color

    Hazel

    Sexual Orientation

    Straight

    Distinctive Features

    • Amazing voice
    • Charming looks

    Brand Endorsements

    She has done endorsement work for the likes of America’s Dairy Producers, Luster Creme Shampoo, Kellogg’s Rice Krispies, etc.

    Shirley Jones Favorite Things

    • TV Show – The Partridge Family
    • TV Movie – Silent Night, Lonely Night (1969)
    • Musical That She Has Been A Part Of – The Music Man

    SourceIMDb

    Shirley Jones Facts

  • She has been named after actress and singer, Shirley Temple.
  • During her school years, Shirley Jones hated Mathematics.
  • In 1960, she appeared as Lulu Bains in the drama film, Elmer Gantry, and this role won her the Academy Award for “Best Supporting Actress”.
  • She had a Shetland sheepdog named Shane.
  • Shirley Jones has supported PETA, the animal rights organization based in Norfolk, Virginia.
  • On Valentine’s Day, 1986, she received a star on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame.
  • She enjoys singing, dancing, engaging in politics and philanthropy, spending time with her family, swimming, and traveling.
  • Shirley Jones has been friends with Debbie Reynolds, Doris Roberts, Bill Bixby, Ernest BorgnineAndy Griffith, Shirley Knight, and Doris Day.
  • At some point in her life, she wanted to become a veterinarian.
  • Featured Image by ABC Television Network / eBay / Public Domain

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