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 and heir to the Johnson & Johnson fortune. He's a co-owner of the New York Jets and served as the United States Ambassador to the United Kingdom from 2017 to 2021. His business acumen and political involvement define his public profile.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

1921: Birth of Betty Johnson (née Wold)

In 1921, Betty Johnson (née Wold), the mother of Robert Wood Johnson IV, was born.

1938: Initial location of the Embassy

In 2018, Johnson oversaw the relocation of the United States Embassy in London from Grosvenor Square, where it had been since 1938, to a new location in Nine Elms.

April 12, 1947: Robert Wood Johnson IV Born

On April 12, 1947, Robert Wood Johnson IV, an American businessman, co-owner of the New York Jets, and former United States ambassador to the United Kingdom, was born.

2017: Net Worth Disclosure

In 2017, Johnson listed his net worth at $4.2 billion, with most of his wealth tied to his ownership of the Jets and its stadium. He also owned at least 1.56 million Johnson & Johnson (J&J) shares.

March 14, 2019: Dinner with Queen Elizabeth II

On March 14, 2019, Johnson had a private dinner with Queen Elizabeth II at Winfield House, two days after British Parliament rejected Theresa May's Brexit plan.

March 2019: Advocacy for Agricultural Trade Deregulation

In March 2019, Johnson wrote an article in the Daily Telegraph advocating for closer agricultural trade between the US and UK and the deregulation of US food exports to Britain, supporting chlorinated chicken as safe.

June 2019: Remarks on Post-Brexit US-UK Deal

In June 2019, 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.