In the entertainment industry, where lasting marriages are often hard to come by, Dave Grohl and Jordyn Blum once stood out as a couple that had seemingly cracked the code to an enduring relationship.
The couple has enjoyed over twenty years together and has three daughters, but their seemingly perfect image shattered when it was disclosed that Grohl had fathered a secret child outside of their marriage.
In the wake of the recent scandal, all eyes have turned to the couple, fueling curiosity about Dave Grohl’s wife, Jordyn Blum. Known for being a steadfast partner throughout Grohl’s career and a devoted mother to their three daughters, Jordyn has also made a name for herself in the world of interior design, proving she’s more than just a rockstar’s spouse.
In this deep dive, we’ll uncover everything you need to know about Jordyn’s background, her long-lasting relationship with Dave, and their family dynamics. Plus, we’ll examine the fallout from the scandal and explore what the future might hold for this embattled couple navigating the storm.
Jordyn Blum’s Background and Career
Jordyn Blum was born May 28, 1976, in Los Angeles, California. As a teenager, she worked as an aspiring model, appearing on the cover of ‘TEEN Magazine at 17.
Interestingly, Blum listed Nirvana as her favorite music in her small bio. She also revealed that she dreamed of becoming a movie producer or director.
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Eventually, Blum began working at MTV as a producer, and it was at this time that she met Grohl at the Sunset Marquis Whiskey Bar in 2001 (per Nick Scott for GQ Australia, 2009).
Grohl recounted that he didn’t think he had a chance with Blum. However, by the night’s end, Grohl had imbibed a lot of liquid courage and, somewhat premonitorily, declared, “‘You’re my future ex-wife,‘” with Blum responding by giving Grohl her number.
Dave Grohl and Jordyn Blum’s Relationship Timeline
The couple started dating in 2007 after the first meeting. However, in a 2007 interview with Elle UK, Grohl admitted that he wasn’t the most incredible boyfriend.
After a few dates, he realized he wasn’t ready to take things to the next level and commit, so he stopped getting in touch with her.
A few months later, he realized that his heart truly belonged to Jordyn, so he decided to contact her again. Fortunately for Grohl, she picked up the phone despite thinking she would never hear from him again.
The couple wed in August 2003 at their home in front of 250 guests, including family, friends, Grohl’s bandmates, and the Tenacious D duo.
Grohl spoke to NME days before his wedding and expressed his desire for a family. He said, “I would just love to have a family…I love children and I love my family…I love being at home” (per FooArchive).
“There’s nothing better to anchor you at home than a couple of rugrats,” he jokingly added.
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Family Life and Children
The couple didn’t wait long to grow their family after their wedding. According to People, their first child, Violet Maye, arrived on April 15, 2006. Violet was named after Grohl’s maternal grandmother, a tribute that clearly held deep meaning for him.
Reflecting on their new life as parents, Grohl described Violet as “perfect” and humorously added that they were “up to their ears in green s***” during those early days.
Grohl later shared with People how his and Jordyn’s lives had changed since welcoming their bundle of joy. They used to chat about how much they drank the night before; now, with the new baby, their conversations revolve around “how much sleep we managed to get, how well the baby slept, diaper rash, [and] formula.”
In 2009, the couple welcomed their second child, Harper Bonebrake. Her father described her as “loud as hell” (per Today). Their third daughter, Ophelia Saint, joined the family on August 1, 2014.
Becoming a father significantly changed Grohl’s rockstar way of life. In 2009, He revealed to Time that he would tour for 9 months of the year before having children.
He said, “When you have kids, you see life through different eyes. You feel love more deeply and are maybe a little more compassionate,” and explained he now doesn’t like being away from his family for longer than 12 days.
