Controversies are a part of history. Explore the biggest scandals linked to Jack White.
John Anthony White, known professionally as Jack White, gained prominence as the guitarist and lead singer of The White Stripes. Following the band's breakup, he transitioned to a solo career, explored collaborative projects, and engaged in various business ventures. White has also produced music for other artists and played with bands such as The Raconteurs and The Dead Weather, solidifying his presence in rock music.
2002: Marriage and Divorce Certificate Reveal
In 2002, the Detroit Free Press produced copies of a marriage license and divorce certificate for Jack and Meg White, confirming they were married.
December 13, 2003: Altercation at Detroit Club
On December 13, 2003, Jack White was involved in an altercation with Jason Stollsteimer at a Detroit club. He was charged with misdemeanor aggravated assault, later pleading guilty to a lesser charge.
2005: Rolling Stone Interview on Brother-Sister Image
In a 2005 interview with Rolling Stone magazine, Jack White alluded to the open secret of his relationship with Meg, implying it was intended to keep the focus on the music.
2007: Documentary 'Under Great White Northern Lights'
In 2007, Jack White still referred to Meg as his sister in interviews, including in the documentary 'Under Great White Northern Lights'.
2013: Email Entered into Divorce Proceedings
During the 2013 divorce proceedings between Jack White and Karen Elson, an email from White containing disparaging remarks about the Black Keys was entered into evidence.
2014: Stood By Remarks About The Black Keys
In a 2014 Rolling Stone interview, Jack White stood by his remarks about the Black Keys, claiming they were ripping off his sounds. He later apologized for the comments.
February 1, 2015: Tour Rider Published
On February 1, 2015, the University of Oklahoma's newspaper published Jack White's tour rider, including the guacamole recipe and banana ban, leading to media coverage and the banning of William Morris Endeavor Entertainment acts from the university.
September 2015: Conflict with Patrick Carney
In September 2015, Black Keys drummer Patrick Carney alleged that Jack White tried to fight him in a bar. White denied the claim, and the two later resolved the issue.
October 2016: Denounced Donald Trump
In October 2016, after Donald Trump used the White Stripes song "Seven Nation Army", Jack White denounced the presidential candidate and began selling "Icky Trump" shirts through the Third Man Records website.
November 20, 2022: Left Twitter over Trump's Return
On November 20, 2022, Jack White wrote a note to Elon Musk explaining his reason for leaving the Twitter platform, citing Musk's decision to reinstate Donald Trump's account.
August 2024: Threatened to Sue Donald Trump Campaign
In August 2024, Jack White threatened to sue the Donald Trump 2024 presidential campaign after "Seven Nation Army" was used without permission, referring to Trump and his staff as "fascists".
September 2024: Filed Copyright Lawsuit Against Trump
In September 2024, Jack White and Meg White reunited to file a copyright infringement lawsuit against Donald Trump for unauthorized use of "Seven Nation Army".
November 2024: Copyright Lawsuit Dropped
In November 2024, the copyright infringement lawsuit filed by Jack White and Meg White against Donald Trump was dropped.