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[edit]
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[edit]
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:[edit]
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[edit]
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[edit]
- ↑ "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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