Early Life and Education of Woody Johnson: A Complete Timeline
An overview of the childhood and early education of Woody Johnson, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.
Robert Wood "Woody" Johnson IV is an American businessman, heir to the Johnson & Johnson fortune, and co-owner of the New York Jets. He served as the United States Ambassador to the United Kingdom from 2017 to 2021. Johnson's business career has primarily been focused on the Johnson Company and the New York Jets.
1921: Birth of Betty Johnson
In 1921, Betty Johnson (née Wold), Woody Johnson's mother, was born.
1938: US Embassy Location
The United States Embassy was located in Grosvenor Square in London since 1938.
April 12, 1947: Robert Wood Johnson IV Born
On April 12, 1947, Robert Wood Johnson IV was born. He is an American businessman and co-owner of the New York Jets.
1977: Marriage to Nancy Sale Johnson
In 1977, Woody Johnson married Nancy Sale Johnson, a former fashion model. They later had three children together.
1988: Daughter Casey Diagnosed with Diabetes
In 1988, Woody Johnson's daughter Casey was diagnosed with diabetes, leading to his involvement with diabetes charities.
1999: Founding of Alliance for Lupus Research
In 1999, Woody Johnson founded the Alliance for Lupus Research (ALR) after his daughter Jaime was diagnosed with lupus and he realized the lack of research in that area.
2001: Divorce from Nancy Sale Johnson
In 2001, Woody Johnson divorced Nancy Sale Johnson.
2009: Marriage to Suzanne Ircha
In 2009, Woody Johnson married Suzanne Ircha, a former actress and equities managing director.
January 4, 2010: Casey Johnson's Death
On January 4, 2010, Casey Johnson, daughter of Woody Johnson, passed away due to diabetic ketoacidosis.
2010: Death of Daughter Casey Johnson
In early 2010, Woody Johnson's daughter, Casey Johnson, passed away due to diabetic ketoacidosis.
October 24, 2012: Opinion Piece on Diabetes Research Funding
On October 24, 2012, Woody Johnson wrote an opinion piece in The Wall Street Journal titled "The Folly of Defunding Diabetes Research", urging Congress to approve long-term funding for the Special Diabetes Program.
2014: Sale of Manhattan Apartment
In 2014, Woody Johnson sold his two-floor duplex apartment in Manhattan to Leonard Blavatnik for $80 million, setting a record for the costliest co-op ever sold in New York.
2017: Net Worth Disclosure
In 2017, Woody Johnson's financial disclosure form listed his net worth at $4.2 billion, primarily tied to his ownership of the New York Jets and Johnson & Johnson shares.
2018: Visit to University of Birmingham
In 2018, Woody Johnson visited the University of Birmingham to discuss the university's diabetes research and research library.
March 14, 2019: Private Dinner with Queen Elizabeth II
On March 14, 2019, Woody Johnson had a private dinner with Queen Elizabeth II at Winfield House, just two days after the British Parliament rejected Theresa May's Brexit plan.
June 2019: Comments on Post-Brexit Trade Deal
In June 2019, Woody Johnson stated that a post-Brexit deal between the US and the UK would cover "all things that are traded", including the National Health Service and agricultural sector.
2019: Advised UK Government to Ban Huawei
In 2019, Woody Johnson advised the UK government to ban Huawei from being used in the nation's 5G networks.
January 2020: Clarification on NHS Interest
In January 2020, Woody Johnson stated that the US was never interested in the NHS, but reiterated American interest in a free-trade deal with the UK.
2020: Welcomed Ban on Huawei
In 2020, after Britain decided to ban Huawei from its 5G mobile networks, Woody Johnson welcomed the decision as a victory for human rights and fair trading practices.
2020: Residency in Palm Beach, Florida
Since 2020, Woody Johnson has resided in Palm Beach Island, Florida.
January 8, 2021: Statement Condemning Capitol Attack
On January 8, 2021, Woody Johnson released a statement condemning the 2021 United States Capitol attack.
April 2022: Jets Pledge Donation to Ukraine
In April 2022, the Jets pledged a $1 million donation to Ukraine, to be distributed to various organizations.
April 2024: Estimated Net Worth
As of April 2024, the Bloomberg Billionaires Index estimated Woody Johnson's net worth at $9.92 billion.
2024: Supported Trump at Election Rally
In 2024, Woody Johnson stood behind Donald Trump at an election-night rally during the South Carolina primary.
