Denise Jackson

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Fri Jun 24 2022
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Relationship Timeline Of Denise Jackson

Husband
1979-12-15
Husband : Alan Jackson
The author Denise Jackson has been married to Alan Jackson since 1979.

Denise Jackson is an author by profession who has authored books such as It's All About Him, The Road Home, and others. 

Besides her professional life, Denise is grabbing wide media attention as the wife of popular singer and songwriter Alan Jackson.

Denise Jackson was born in April 1960 in Newnan, Georgia, to the late parent's Dan and Nell Jackson. As far as her education, she completed her BS degree at West Georgia College. Likewise, she grew up along with her twin brother Danny, a sister Jane and Ron.  

Let's know more about celebrity wife Denise in the following sections.

Enjoying More Than Four Decades Of Marriage

Denise and Alan Jackson are one of the inspirational and favorite married duos. Even after four-decade of marriage, they are sharing immense love, care and support as early.

Denise Jackson and Alan Jackson tied the wedding knot on December 15, 1979
Picture: Denise Jackson and Alan Jackson tied the wedding knot on December 15, 1979
Source: Country Read

The country music singer Alan and an author Denise first met as teenagers. They had their first contact in their hometown of Newnan, Georgia. They enrolled at the same high school, Newnan High School, at that time, where their love blossomed.

After dating for several years, Denise and Alan finally exchanged the wedding vows on December 15, 1979. At the time of the celebration, Denise was 19, and Alan was 21

Moreover, Denise didn't even change her name after tying the knot because her maiden name was also Jackson.

Alan Jackson and his wife Denise Jackson are celebrating their 42nd marriage anniversary blissfully
Image: Alan Jackson and his wife Denise Jackson are celebrating their 42nd marriage anniversary blissfully
Source: Instagram @officialalanjackson

Since then, the duo who are in the early '60s hasn’t looked back yet. They share a healthy bond as a perfect married couple. As of 2021, they are celebrating their 42nd marriage anniversary blissfully.

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Once So Close to Divorce

In 1998 the pair nearly went through a breakup after 18 years of marriage. The singer has had an affair that rocked their marital relationship. Despite such controversy, the pair as of now is very happy together.

Due to personal differences, things weren't quite well between the two. Although Alan was busy with his presentations, Denise was restless. Jackson later says, People

"We were just kids when we started out," "We didn't ever have the chance to fall in love as adults and to learn who you are before making a commitment. I think we lost some of that original feeling. I did anyway." 

In 1999 the pair reconciled again after separating. Alan and Denise concentrated on counseling, a strong Christian foundation for their relationship, bouncing back from the painful situation which hurt their families.

Inside the marriage of Denise Jackson and Alan Jackson
Image: Denise Jackson with her husband, Alan Jackson
Source: Country Music Weekly

Aside from that, Denise Jackson was diagnosed with cancer in 2010, that brought them closer to each other. Alan stood by her side and never left her. Luckily their love for each other and with God made Denise cancer-free.

Blessed With Three Children

Mr. and Mrs. Jackson are proud parents of three adorable girls. They welcomed their first daughter, Mattie Denise Jackson Selecman, on June 19, 1990.

Denise Jackson with her husband Alan Jackson and daughters, Mattie Jackson, Alexandra Jackson and Dani Grace Jackson
Photo: Denise Jackson with her husband Alan Jackson and daughters, Mattie Jackson, Alexandra Jackson and Dani Grace Jackson
Source: Instagram @mjselecman

Similarly, their second daughter Alexandra Jane Jackson, aka Ali, was born on August 23, 1993. Likewise, Denise and Alan welcomed their youngest kid Dani Grace Jackson on August 28, 1997.

When Did Alan's Oldest One Mattie Get Married?

Mattie holds a degree in creative writing from the University of Tennesee was once married her late husband, Ben Selecman, at a secret fairytale wedding on October 17, 2017.

Mattie Jackson's husband Ben Scelecman died at the age of 28 after slipping and hitting the head on the boat dock
Picture: Country music star Alan Jackson's daughter Mattie Jackson Selecman husband, Ben Selecman died in 2018
Source: Instagram @mjsceleman

Tragically, Mattie lost her partner in September 2018. Ben died at the age of 28 suffering traumatic head injuries after slipping and hitting the head on the boat dock. . 

After her grief, Denise Jackson started a venture dubbed “Nashville” with her friend, Brooke Tometich. It specifically helps and supports orphans, widows, and trafficked women.

Lives Rich Lifestyle 

Denise has an estimated net worth of $600 thousand as of 2021. The primary source of earning for Denise is from her professional career as an author. 

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Jackson published her first book 'It's All about Him: Finding the Love of My Life,' in July 2007. The book's kindle price is $1.99 and it's Hardcover price is $5.35 on Amazon.

The 63 aged singer Alan Jackson has a net worth of $150 million
Image: The 63 aged singer Alan Jackson has a net worth of $150 million
Source: Instagram @officialalanjackson

On the other hand, Denise's husband Alan Jackson owns $150 million net worth. He earned these hefty sum of wealth from his professional singing career. Alan's official music videos, songs are available on his official YouTube channel.

Similarly, Jackson had the Top 30 Country Songs by Billboard hitting over 50 songs. Of those hits, 35 have been No. 1 and he has received 2 Grammy Awards, 17 ACM Awards, and 16 CMA Awards.

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