Childhood and Education Journey of Jon Voight in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: November 17, 2025

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Jon Voight. From birth to education, explore key events.

Jon Voight is a highly acclaimed American actor with a career spanning decades. He has earned prestigious awards including an Academy Award, a BAFTA, and multiple Golden Globes. He's also received Emmy nominations. His contribution to the film industry is significant, with his movies grossing over $5.2 billion globally. In 2019, Voight received the National Medal of Arts, further solidifying his status as a major figure in American cinema.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

1962: Marriage to Lauri Peters

In 1962, Jon Voight married actress Lauri Peters.

1967: Divorce from Lauri Peters

In 1967, Jon Voight divorced actress Lauri Peters.

1971: Marriage to Marcheline Bertrand

In 1971, Jon Voight married actress Marcheline Bertrand.

1973: Birth of Son, James Haven

In 1973, Jon Voight's son, James Haven, was born.

1975: Birth of Daughter, Angelina Jolie

In 1975, Jon Voight's daughter, Angelina Jolie, was born.

1976: Separation from Marcheline Bertrand

In 1976, Jon Voight separated from Marcheline Bertrand.

1978: Filing for Divorce from Marcheline Bertrand

In 1978, Jon Voight filed for divorce from Marcheline Bertrand.

1980: Finalization of Divorce from Marcheline Bertrand

In 1980, Jon Voight's divorce from Marcheline Bertrand was finalized.

July 28, 2008: Op-ed in The Washington Times

On July 28, 2008, Jon Voight wrote an op-ed in The Washington Times, expressing regret for his youthful anti-war activism and criticizing the peace movement.

2012: Endorsement of Mitt Romney

In 2012, Jon Voight endorsed Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney.

2016: Endorsement of Donald Trump

In 2016, Jon Voight endorsed Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump.

January 2017: Remarks at Trump Inauguration Rally

In January 2017, Jon Voight spoke at an inauguration rally for Donald Trump, expressing that "God answered all our prayers" by granting Trump the White House.

March 26, 2019: Appointment to Kennedy Center Board of Trustees

On March 26, 2019, Jon Voight was appointed to a six-year term on the Board of Trustees of the Kennedy Center in Washington DC.

May 2019: Support for Trump's Policies on Twitter

In May 2019, Jon Voight released a video on Twitter supporting Donald Trump's policies and calling him "the greatest president since Abraham Lincoln."

November 2020: Statement on the 2020 Presidential Election

In November 2020, following the United States presidential election, Jon Voight released a statement expressing anger over Joe Biden's victory and alleging electoral fraud.

2022: Support for Gun Control

In 2022, following a mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas, Jon Voight posted a video in support of gun control.

2024: Endorsement of Donald Trump

In 2024, Jon Voight endorsed Donald Trump's candidacy for president.

January 16, 2025: Appointment as Special Ambassador to Hollywood

On January 16, 2025, president-elect Donald Trump announced that Jon Voight would serve as a Special Ambassador to Hollywood, sharing the role with Mel Gibson and Sylvester Stallone.