Johnson family
the Johnson family associated with Johnson & Johnson, identify Robert Wood Johnson I as their patriarch. They are currently one of the wealthiest families in the world. [1] Other members of the family have gained prominence in the fields of entertainment and politics. In addition to the Johnson & Johnson (J&J), they also own the New York Jets.
History
The Johnson fortune was founded in 1886 by Robert Wood Johnson I along with his brothers James Wood Johnson and Edward Mead Johnson. Robert Wood Johnson II took over the company, and grew it into a global conglomerate[2][3]. More recently, members of the family have served as US Ambassador to the United Kingdom and purchased the New York Jets.[4][5]
Prominent members
Robert Wood Johnson I (1845 - 1910), patriarch.
James Wood Johnson, cofounder of Johnson and Johnson.
Edward Mead Johnson, cofounder of Johnson & Johnson.
From this point on, decedents of Robert Wood Johnson I are divided into two separate lines of descent:
The Wood line:
Robert Wood Johnson II, known as the "General," grew J&J into a global company.
Robert Wood Johnson III, former President of J&J.
Woody Johnson, former US Ambassador to the United Kingdom, co-owner of the New York Jets, son of Robert III.
Christopher Johnson, co-owner of the New York Jets, son of Robert III.
The Seward Line
John Seward Johnson I, heir
John Seward Johnson II, artist
John Seward Johnson III, filmmaker
Mary Lea Johnson Richards, Broadway producer
`Diana Johnson, who married Bertram Firestone, thoroughbred horse racing owners.
Jamie Johnson (filmmaker), filmmaker, director of the controversial documentary Born Rich.
References
- ↑ "Johnson family". Forbes. Retrieved 2023-11-16.
- ↑ "U.S. Department of Labor - Labor Hall of Fame - Robert Wood Johnson". 2009-05-10. Archived from the original on 2009-05-10. Retrieved 2023-11-16.
- ↑ "Robert Wood 'Johnson, 74, Dies; Chairman of Johnson & Johnson; Founder's Son Led Company 'Until I 963mNo. 2 Man on War Production Board". The New York Times. 1968-01-31. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2023-11-16.
- ↑ Sandomir, Richard (2000-01-12). "Man in the News; Philanthropist and Fan". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2023-11-16.
- ↑ Landler, Mark; Jakes, Lara; Haberman, Maggie (2020-07-21). "Trump's Request of an Ambassador: Get the British Open for Me". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2023-11-16.
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