Jon has frequently spoken about the incredible support his parents provided him during his formative years. In a November 2020 interview with The Big Issue, he reflected, “Even if you weren’t good at your craft, you could work on it if you thought you were.”
He appreciated how his parents always encouraged him, saying, “They were always supportive of me, which in retrospect, was incredible.”
Jon fondly remembered how his parents supported his music career from a young age, even allowing him to play gigs late into the night while ensuring he attended school.
“They just said, show up on time for school, you know that is your responsibility, but pursue your dream.”
Jon is married to Dorothea Hurley, whom he fell in love with in high school. Together, they have four children: Stephanie, 31, and three sons—Jesse, Jake, and Romeo.
Recently, it was reported that Jake married Stranger Things actress Millie Bobby Brown in a private ceremony in May 2024. Jon expressed his excitement about the new addition to the family, noting how his grandchildren will embrace both English and Italian heritage.
“It’s incredible to see your kids getting married and talking about having grandchildren,” he said. “It’s a new chapter in my life.