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Jack White

John Anthony White, known as Jack White, is an American musician and record producer, renowned as the guitarist and lead vocalist of The White Stripes. A pivotal figure in the 2000s indie and garage rock scenes, he's distinguished by his unique musical style, eccentric persona, and preference for analog technology. Following The White Stripes' dissolution in 2011, White achieved further success with his solo work and entrepreneurial endeavors.

1915: Began using a 1915 Gibson L-1 acoustic

In 1915, Jack White began using a 1915 Gibson L-1 acoustic, often called the Robert Johnson model, during the Get Behind Me Satan Tour.

1927: Birth of Gorman Gillis

In 1927, Gorman M. Gillis, Jack White's father, was born.

1930: Birth of Teresa Bandyke

In 1930, Teresa Bandyke, Jack White's mother, was born.

June 1938: Action Comics 1 Release

In June 1938, Action Comics 1, featuring the first appearance of Superman, was released. Jack White later acquired this comic as part of his collection of ephemera.

1942: Reference to Yankee Doodle Dandy

In 1942, the film Yankee Doodle Dandy was released, later to be quoted by Jack White in his shows with Meg White and in his Rock & Roll Hall of Fame speech in 2025.

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1957: Acquires 1957 Gretsch G6134 White Penguin

In 1957 Jack White found a 1957 Gretsch G6134 White Penguin in 2007 while on tour in Texas

1964: Acquisition of 1964 Airline "J. B. Hutto" Guitar

In 1964, Jack White acquired a vintage 1964 red Airline "J. B. Hutto" model guitar, originally distributed by Montgomery Ward department store, which became one of his principal instruments during his career with the White Stripes.

July 9, 1975: John White Born

On July 9, 1975, John Anthony Gillis, who later became known as Jack White, was born in Detroit, Michigan.

1987: Uncredited Role in The Rosary Murders

In 1987, John Gillis had an uncredited role as an altar boy in the movie The Rosary Murders, filmed in Detroit. In the same year, he met Pope John Paul II during his visit to Detroit.

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1991: Vinyl Sales Record Established

In 1991, a vinyl sales record was set that would stand until 2014 when Jack White's album Lazaretto broke it.

September 21, 1996: Marriage to Meg White

On September 21, 1996, John Gillis married Meg White and took her last name, becoming Jack White.

1996: Marriage to Meg White

In 1996, Jack White married his bandmate Meg White.

1996: Goober & the Peas Break Up

In 1996, Jack White's band Goober & the Peas broke up, leading him to focus on upholstery and moonlighting in local bands.

July 14, 1997: First White Stripes Show

On July 14, 1997, The White Stripes performed their first show at the Gold Dollar in Detroit, playing three songs including "Jimmy the Exploder".

1997: Buys Family Home

By 1997, Jack White bought the family home from his parents. The White Stripes recorded their second album, De Stijl, in this home.

1997: The White Stripes Founded

In 1997, John White and Meg White founded the band The White Stripes in Detroit, Michigan.

1998: White Stripes Signed to Italy Records

In 1998, The White Stripes were signed to Italy Records, a Detroit-based garage punk label.

1999: Debut Album Release

In 1999, The White Stripes released their eponymous debut album.

1999: Jimmy the Exploder Released

In 1999, the song 'Jimmy the Exploder' was released.

2000: Eastwood Guitars produces Airline replica

Around the year 2000, due to Jack White's attachment to the Airline "J. B. Hutto" guitar, Eastwood Guitars began producing a modified replica of the instrument.

2000: Divorce from Meg White

In 2000, Jack White and Meg White divorced after four years of marriage.

2001: Third Man Records Co-Founded

In 2001, Jack White co-founded Third Man Records with Ben Swank.

2001: Co-founded Third Man Records

In 2001, Jack White co-founded Third Man Records, a record label and studio releasing vinyl recordings.

2001: New York Times Asks About Authenticity

In 2001, Joe Hagan of The New York Times questioned whether Jack White was "concocting" his image with a wink, or whether the White Stripes were simply naive.

2001: White Stripes Earn International Fame

In 2001, The White Stripes achieved international fame with their album White Blood Cells.

2001: Release of White Blood Cells

In 2001, The White Stripes released their album White Blood Cells, achieving critical acclaim and sparking a garage rock revival.

2001: New York Times Concert Review

In an early New York Times concert review from 2001, Ann Powers mentioned that Jack White's playing was 'ingenious', but he 'created more challenges by playing an acoustic guitar with paper taped over the hole and a less-than-high-quality solid body electric'.

2002: White Stripes Acclaim

In 2002, The White Stripes became one of the most acclaimed bands due to their album White Blood Cells.

2002: Detroit Free Press Reveals Marriage and Divorce Records

In 2002, the Detroit Free Press published copies of Jack White and Meg White's marriage license and divorce certificate, revealing their history as a married couple, contrary to the mythology White had built around their relationship.

December 13, 2003: Altercation with Jason Stollsteimer

On December 13, 2003, Jack White was involved in a physical altercation with Jason Stollsteimer, lead singer of the Von Bondies, at a Detroit club. White was charged with misdemeanor aggravated assault, pleaded guilty to assault and battery, was fined $750, and sentenced to anger management classes.

2003: Acts in Cold Mountain and Coffee and Cigarettes

In 2003, Jack White acted in the films Cold Mountain and Coffee and Cigarettes.

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2003: Cold Mountain Film and Soundtrack

In 2003, Jack White appeared in the film Cold Mountain as a character named Georgia and performed five songs for the Cold Mountain soundtrack.

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2003: Relationship with Renée Zellweger

In 2003, Jack White began a relationship with actress Renée Zellweger after they met during the filming of Cold Mountain.

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2003: Release of Elephant Album

In 2003, The White Stripes released the commercially and critically successful album Elephant.

2004: "Seven Nation Army" Wins Grammy

In 2004, "Seven Nation Army" won the Grammy Award for Best Rock Song. Also, Jack White worked with Loretta Lynn on her album Van Lear Rose, which he produced and performed on.

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June 7, 2005: Release of Get Behind Me Satan

On June 7, 2005, The White Stripes released their fifth album, Get Behind Me Satan, to critical acclaim.

2005: Referred to himself as "Three Quid"

During the White Stripes 2005 tour in the UK, Jack White began referring to himself as "Three Quid"—"quid" being British slang for pound sterling.

2005: Marriage to Karen Elson

In 2005, Jack White married model and singer Karen Elson, who starred in the White Stripes' music video for "Blue Orchid." They eloped in Manaus, Brazil, and had a legal ceremony in Nashville later that summer.

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2005: Discussing Seminary Acceptance

In 2005, Jack White revealed in a 60 Minutes interview that he had been accepted to a seminary but chose to pursue music instead because of a new amplifier.

2005: Employs Electro-Harmonix Polyphonic Octave Generator

In 2005, for the single "Blue Orchid", Jack White employed an Electro-Harmonix Polyphonic Octave Generator (POG) to mix several octave effects into one along with the dry signal.

2005: Rolling Stone Interview on Relationship with Meg White

In a 2005 interview with Rolling Stone magazine, Jack White discussed the band's decision to present themselves as siblings rather than a married couple, citing a desire to shift focus to their music.

2006: Death of Gorman Gillis

In 2006, Gorman M. Gillis, Jack White's father, passed away.

2006: Raconteurs Album Nomination

In 2006, The Raconteurs' debut album, Broken Boy Soldiers, was nominated for Best Rock Album at the Grammy Awards. The lead single, "Steady, As She Goes" was nominated for Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal.

2006: Departure from Detroit Due to Negativity

In a 2006 interview with the Associated Press, Jack White mentioned that he left Detroit because he could not take the negativity from the underground music scene.

2007: Played Custom-Finish Hammond A-100 Organ

For the White Stripes' 2007 tour, Jack White played a custom-finish Hammond A-100 organ with a Leslie 3300 speaker, which was later loaned to Bob Dylan and is now at Third Man Studios.

2007: Acts in Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story

In 2007, Jack White appeared in the film Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story.

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2007: Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story Appearance

In 2007, Jack White played Elvis Presley in the satire Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story.

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2007: Release of Icky Thump and Tour Cancellation

In 2007, The White Stripes released their sixth album, Icky Thump. However, they had to cancel tour dates due to Meg White's struggle with acute anxiety.

2007: Documentary "Under Great White Northern Lights" Released

In 2007, the documentary "Under Great White Northern Lights" was filmed and released, in which Jack White continues to refer to Meg White as his sister, furthering the band's carefully constructed mythology.

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2007: Finds 1957 Gretsch G6134 White Penguin

In 2007, while on tour in Texas, Jack White found a 1957 Gretsch G6134 White Penguin guitar, which he later used in the music video for "Icky Thump" and which fit with the Dead Weather's color scheme.

February 2008: Limited-Edition Holga Camera Release

In February 2008, Jack White participated in releasing limited-edition Holga cameras stylized around the White Stripes.

March 25, 2008: Consolers of the Lonely Release

On March 25, 2008, The Raconteurs released their second album, Consolers of the Lonely, and its first single, "Salute Your Solution."

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2008: Analog Man Plates Pedals in Copper

For The Raconteurs' 2008 tour, Jack White had Analog Man plate all of his pedals in copper.

February 20, 2009: The White Stripes Live Appearance

On February 20, 2009, the White Stripes made their first live appearance after the cancellation of the Icky Thump tour during the final episode of Late Night with Conan O'Brien, and a documentary about their Canadian tour titled The White Stripes: Under Great White Northern Lights debuted later that year at the Toronto International Film Festival.

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March 11, 2009: The Dead Weather Debut

On March 11, 2009, Jack White's new band, the Dead Weather, debuted a handful of new tracks in Nashville from their debut album, Horehound.

July 13, 2009: Horehound European Release

On July 13, 2009, The Dead Weather's debut album "Horehound" was released in Europe on Jack White's Third Man Records label.

July 14, 2009: Horehound North American Release

On July 14, 2009, The Dead Weather's debut album "Horehound" was released in North America on Jack White's Third Man Records label.

October 2009: Second Dead Weather Album Update

In October 2009, Alison Mosshart confirmed that the second Dead Weather album was "halfway done".

2009: Used drum head with the Three Brides of Dracula

For the 2009 Full Flash Blank tour, Jack White used a drum head with the Three Brides of Dracula on the front.

2009: Donation to Clark Park Baseball Diamond Renovation

In 2009, Jack White donated approximately $170,000 towards the renovation of the baseball diamond in southwest Detroit's Clark Park.

2009: Meeting Olivia Jean

In 2009, Jack White met American musician Olivia Jean at a The Dead Weather concert.

2009: Third Man Records Nashville Space Purchased

In 2009, Jack White purchased a space in Nashville to house his Third Man Records label, after deciding it was time to have his own place to produce music with specific equipment.

March 30, 2010: "Die by the Drop" Release

On March 30, 2010, The Dead Weather released "Die by the Drop", the first single from their upcoming second album.

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August 11, 2010: "Fly Farm Blues" Release

On August 11, 2010, Jack White's first solo single, "Fly Farm Blues", was released as a 7-inch vinyl record from Third Man Records and as a digital single available through iTunes. The song was written and recorded in 10 minutes during the filming of the movie It Might Get Loud.

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November 2010: Rome Collaboration

In November 2010, producer Danger Mouse announced that Jack White had been recruited for his collaboration with Daniele Luppi entitled Rome, along with Norah Jones. White provided vocals to three songs on the album.

2010: Acquired Veronica Lake Gretsch Rancher Falcon

In 2010, Jack White added a blonde Gretsch Rancher Falcon guitar, featuring an image of Veronica Lake, to his collection while with the Dead Weather.

2010: Rolling Stone's Greatest Guitarists List

In 2010, Rolling Stone included Jack White on their list of the greatest guitarists of all time.

2010: Rolling Stone's "100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time"

In 2010, Rolling Stone ranked Jack White at number 70 on its list of "The 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time", recognizing his talent and influence in music.

2010: Employed new drum head with an image of The Third Man

In 2010, upon the release of Sea of Cowards, Jack White employed a new drum head featuring an image of The Third Man himself: Harry Lime attempting to escape certain capture in the sewers of Vienna.

February 2, 2011: The White Stripes Disband

On February 2, 2011, after almost two years with no new releases, the White Stripes announced on their official website that they were disbanding.

October 4, 2011: "You Know That I Know" Release

On October 4, 2011, Jack White's finished song "You Know That I Know" was featured on The Lost Notebooks of Hank Williams.

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2011: Recognition in 2011

In 2011, David Fricke ranked Jack White at number 17 and Nashville mayor Karl Dean awarded White the title of "Nashville Music City Ambassador".

2011: The White Stripes Split Up

In 2011, The White Stripes split up, after which Jack White pursued a solo career and other business ventures.

January 30, 2012: "Love Interruption" Release

On January 30, 2012, Jack White released "Love Interruption" as the first single off his debut, self-produced solo album, Blunderbuss.

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April 24, 2012: Blunderbuss Album Release

On April 24, 2012, Jack White released his debut solo album, Blunderbuss. The album ultimately debuted number one on the Billboard 200 chart.

2012: Portlandia Cameo

In 2012, Jack White made a cameo appearance in a sketch on an episode of the show Portlandia, spoofing home studio enthusiasts who prefer antique recording equipment.

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2012: Debut Solo Album Release

In 2012, Jack White released his debut solo album, Blunderbuss, to positive reviews and strong sales.

2012: New York Times Praises Jack White

In 2012, The New York Times called Jack White "the coolest, weirdest, [and] savviest rock star of our time".

June 2013: Jack White Pays Detroit Masonic Temple's Back Taxes

In June 2013, it was revealed that Jack White had paid the entire $142,000 bill of back taxes owed by the Detroit Masonic Temple, preventing its foreclosure. Subsequently, the temple decided to rename its second-largest theater the Jack White Theater in appreciation.

2013: Email with Disparaging Remarks

During Jack White's 2013 divorce proceedings with Karen Elson, she entered into evidence an email where White made disparaging remarks about the Black Keys.

2013: Divorce from Karen Elson

In 2013, Jack White and Karen Elson divorced after being married since 2005. The couple had two children together during their marriage.

2013: Joins National Recording Preservation Foundation

In 2013, Jack White became a member of the Library of Congress' National Recording Preservation Foundation.

2013: Third Man Records Launches Bumble Buzz Pedal

In 2013, Third Man Records launched the Bumble Buzz pedal, an octave fuzz built for Third Man by Vancouver, British Columbia's Union Tube and Transistor.

April 1, 2014: Lazaretto Album Announcement

On April 1, 2014, Jack White announced his second solo album, Lazaretto, which was inspired by plays and poetry he had written as a teen.

June 10, 2014: Lazaretto Album Release

On June 10, 2014, Jack White's second solo album, Lazaretto, was released, along with the first single off the album, "High Ball Stepper". The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart.

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July 30, 2014: Longest Show of Career

On July 30, 2014, during the supporting tour for Lazaretto, Jack White performed the longest show of his career at the Detroit Masonic Temple.

2014: Lazaretto Album Breaks Vinyl Sales Record

In 2014, Jack White's second studio album, Lazaretto, broke the record for most first-week vinyl sales since 1991.

2014: Bumble Buzz Pedal Reviewed

In 2014, the Bumble Buzz pedal, previously launched by Third Man Records, was reviewed by Premier Guitar and found its place in Jack White's pedal setup.

2014: Comments on Black Keys in Rolling Stone Interview

In a 2014 Rolling Stone interview, Jack White stood by his remarks about the Black Keys from an email that was released during his divorce proceedings.

January 2015: Auction Win for Elvis Presley's First Recording

In January 2015, Elvis Presley's first recording, an acetate of "My Happiness" and "That's When Your Heartaches Begin", was auctioned off for $300,000 to an online bidder.

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February 1, 2015: Publication of Tour Rider

On February 1, 2015, the University of Oklahoma's newspaper OU Daily 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 of Oklahoma.

March 6, 2015: Billboard Announces White as Presley Recording Buyer

On March 6, 2015, Billboard magazine announced that Jack White was the buyer of Elvis Presley's first recording, which he had acquired for $300,000 in January 2015.

March 2015: Third Man Joins TIDAL Launch

In March 2015, Third Man Records participated in the launch of TIDAL, a music streaming service co-owned by Jay-Z and other major music artists.

April 14, 2015: Announcement of Hiatus from Electric Sets

On April 14, 2015, Jack White announced that the festival would be his last electric set, followed by one acoustic show in each of the five U.S. states he had yet to perform in, before taking a prolonged break from live performances.

May 2015: Music City Walk of Fame Honor

In May 2015, Jack White was honored with a medallion at the re-opening of the Music City Walk of Fame in Nashville, alongside Loretta Lynn.

July 2015: Dodge & Burn Album Announcement

In July 2015, the Dead Weather announced their third album, Dodge & Burn, for a worldwide release in September by Third Man Records. The album features eight new songs along with four previously released tracks, remixed and remastered.

September 2015: Conflict with Patrick Carney

In September 2015, Black Keys drummer Patrick Carney claimed on Twitter that Jack White tried to fight him in a bar, which White denied. They later resolved the issue and expressed respect for each other.

July 2016: Joins Nashville's 45- Gender Equity Council

In July 2016, Jack White became a member of Nashville's 45- Gender Equity Council.

October 15, 2016: A Prairie Home Companion Appearance

On October 15, 2016, Jack White performed on the inaugural episode of the radio show A Prairie Home Companion with the new host, Chris Thile, in support of his compilation album Acoustic Recordings 1998–2016.

October 2016: Denouncement of Donald Trump

In October 2016, after Donald Trump used the White Stripes song "Seven Nation Army" in his campaign materials, the band denounced him and began selling "Icky Trump" shirts.

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2016: The Muppets Appearance

In 2016, Jack White appeared as a special guest on the season one finale of The Muppets, and sang "You Are the Sunshine of My Life", which he later released on 7-inch vinyl.

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February 8, 2017: Recording Academy Honors White

On February 8, 2017, Jack White was the honoree of the Producers and Engineers Wing of the Recording Academy for his commitment to ensuring the quality and integrity of recorded music.

June 2017: The American Epic Sessions Documentary

In June 2017, Jack White appeared in the documentary film The American Epic Sessions, recording on the first electrical sound recording system from the 1920s. His performances of multiple songs appeared on the film's soundtrack, for which he was also an executive producer.

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December 12, 2017: "Servings and Portions from my Boarding House Reach" Video Release

On December 12, 2017, Jack White released a four-minute video titled "Servings and Portions from my Boarding House Reach", which featured short sound bites of new music interspersed with white noise.

January 2018: "Connected by Love" Release

In January 2018, Jack White released "Connected by Love", taken from his third solo album Boarding House Reach.

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March 23, 2018: Boarding House Reach Album Release

On March 23, 2018, Jack White released his third solo album "Boarding House Reach". It landed at number one on the Billboard 200 chart.

September 18, 2018: Donation to The Outsiders House Museum

On September 18, 2018, Jack White donated $30,000 to The Outsiders House Museum for its preservation and restoration.

September 21, 2018: Jack White: Kneeling at The Anthem D.C. Release

On September 21, 2018, Jack White released Jack White: Kneeling at The Anthem D.C., his first concert film as a solo artist, exclusively on Amazon Prime Video.

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2018: Began playing EVH Wolfgang guitars

Since 2018, Jack White has been playing EVH Wolfgang guitars, which are Eddie Van Halen's signature model.

May 3, 2019: Awarded Honorary Doctorate

On May 3, 2019, Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan, awarded Jack White with an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree for his dedication to Detroit and his contributions to the arts.

October 27, 2019: Endorsement of Bernie Sanders

On October 27, 2019, Jack White publicly endorsed Senator Bernie Sanders for the 2020 Democratic Party presidential primaries and performed a six-song set at a Sanders event at Cass Technical High School, expressing trust in Sanders' honesty and views on the Electoral College.

2020: Completes Three-Wheel-Motion Low Rider Guitar

In 2020, Jack White completed his Three-Wheel-Motion Low Rider, a highly customized Fender Telecaster B-Bender guitar.

2020: Endorsement of Bernie Sanders

In 2020, Jack White publicly endorsed Senator Bernie Sanders for the Democratic Party presidential primaries.

October 2021: "Taking Me Back" Release

In October 2021, Jack White released "Taking Me Back"—his first solo single since 2018—which appeared in the video game Call of Duty: Vanguard.

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November 11, 2021: "Taking Me Back" Video Release

On November 11, 2021, Jack White released a video for his single "Taking Me Back".

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November 2021: Announcement of Two New Albums

In November 2021, Jack White announced that he planned to release two solo albums in 2022: Fear of the Dawn, featuring White's traditional rock sound, on April 8, and Entering Heaven Alive, a folk album, on July 22.

December 2021: Supply Chain Issues Tour Announcement

In December 2021, Jack White announced the Supply Chain Issues Tour, which included 103 shows across North America, Europe, and Asia.

2021: Lazaretto Vinyl Record Broken

In 2021, the vinyl sales record that was set by Lazaretto album in 2014, was broken.

January 18, 2022: "Fear of the Dawn" Single Release

On January 18, 2022, Jack White released the title track "Fear of the Dawn" as a single from his upcoming album. It was backed by a track from Entering Heaven Alive, promoting both albums.

April 8, 2022: Proposal and Marriage on Stage

On April 8, 2022, during his first concert of the Supply Chain Issues Tour in Detroit, Michigan, Jack White proposed to his girlfriend Olivia Jean, and they were married onstage.

November 20, 2022: Leaving Twitter Over Trump's Return

On November 20, 2022, Jack White left the Twitter platform in response to Elon Musk's decision to reinstate Donald Trump's account, calling it "disgusting".

2022: Marriage to Olivia Jean

In 2022, Jack White married Olivia Jean live at a concert in the same venue where she first saw him perform with The White Stripes.

February 24, 2023: End of Supply Chain Issues Tour

On February 24, 2023, Jack White's Supply Chain Issues Tour ended in Aspen, Colorado.

February 25, 2023: Saturday Night Live Appearance

On February 25, 2023, Jack White performed on Saturday Night Live, playing two songs from his Fear of the Dawn album and receiving a jacket for being a Five-Timer on the show.

2023: Acts in Killers of the Flower Moon

In 2023, Jack White acted in the film Killers of the Flower Moon.

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2023: Killers of the Flower Moon Appearance

In 2023, Jack White had a minor role in Martin Scorsese's film Killers of the Flower Moon.

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2023: Rolling Stone's Greatest Guitarists List

In 2023, Rolling Stone included Jack White on their list of the greatest guitarists of all time.

July 19, 2024: Test Pressing Distribution and Album Preview

On July 19, 2024, Jack White distributed test pressings of his upcoming sixth solo studio album by secretly including copies of it with purchases made at Third Man Records locations. Select tracks from the mysterious new album premiered on the WDET radio station that same day.

July 27, 2024: No Name Tour Commencement

On July 27, 2024, Jack White commenced the “No Name Tour”. Shows on the first leg of the tour took place in small, club-like venues and were announced only days before they happened.

August 2, 2024: No Name Album Release

On August 2, 2024, Jack White released his sixth solo studio album, titled No Name. It received acclaim from critics, who noted his return to blues, the album's raw nature and the similarity to the sound he championed with the White Stripes.

August 2024: Threat to Sue Trump Campaign

In August 2024, Jack White threatened to sue the Donald Trump 2024 presidential campaign for unauthorized use of "Seven Nation Army," calling Trump and his staff "fascists."

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September 2024: Copyright Infringement Lawsuit

In September 2024, Jack and Meg White reunited to file a copyright infringement lawsuit.

November 15, 2024: Announcement of No Name Tour Second Leg

On November 15, 2024, Jack White announced the second leg of the “No Name Tour”, consisting of 52 higher-ticketed shows in another eight countries, from November 17, 2024, to May 24, 2025.

November 2024: Copyright Lawsuit Dropped

In November 2024, the copyright infringement lawsuit filed in September 2024 was dropped.

November 17, 2024: Start of No Name Tour Second Leg

On November 17, 2024, Jack White started the second leg of the “No Name Tour”, consisting of 52 higher-ticketed shows in another eight countries, from November 17, 2024, to May 24, 2025.

December 14, 2024: No Name Tour Success

As of December 14, 2024, all but five of Jack White's 2025 tour dates have sold out.

2024: No Name Album Release

In 2024, Jack White released his sixth album, No Name, which was noted for its unique release method and became his most acclaimed work.

January 2025: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nomination

In January 2025, the White Stripes were nominated a second time for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

April 2025: "Jack White Vintage Poster Experience" Debut

In April 2025, during a sold out two-show stint at The Salt Shed in Chicago, Illinois, the venue debuted the "Jack White Vintage Poster Experience," an art exhibit in its adjacent Elston Electric Arcade featuring an array of White-related promotional touring posters from over the years.

August 2025: Permission to Use 'Seven Nation Army'

In August 2025, Jack White allowed California Governor Gavin Newsom to use "Seven Nation Army" in an Instagram post, highlighting efforts to counter redistricting by Republicans.

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November 2025: Rock And Roll Hall of Fame Induction

In November 2025, the White Stripes were inducted by Iggy Pop into the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame. Jack accepted the award for the band and gave a speech written by him and Meg. He said, "she said she's very sorry she couldn't make it tonight, but she's very grateful for the folks who have supported her throughout all the years, it really means a lot to her tonight." He also read a poem dedicated to her.

2025: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Speech Allusion

As of 2025, during his Rock & Roll Hall of Fame speech, Jack White alluded to his greatest hits album with Meg White and quoted the film Yankee Doodle Dandy (1942), continuing to call Meg his sister.

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2025: Induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

In 2025, Jack White and Meg White were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, solidifying their legacy in music history.

2026: Death of Teresa Bandyke

Teresa Bandyke, Jack White's mother, died in 2026.