Star Jones is an American lawyer, journalist, television personality, and fashion designer. She initially rose to prominence as a legal correspondent before gaining national attention as one of the original co-hosts of the daytime talk show The View. Contrary to the original text, she is not known for a show called The Talk; that program features different hosts and has no known affiliation with Jones. Her diverse career has included work in media, law, and public speaking, and she remains a recognized figure in American pop culture.
Star Jones married investment banker Al Reynolds in 2004. Reynolds proposed to her during an NBA game, and the couple's relationship initially attracted significant media attention. Known for being protective of her private life, Jones generally maintained a boundary between her personal affairs and her public persona. However, in 2008, the couple announced their divorce after four years of marriage.
In 2011, Al Reynolds reportedly filed a lawsuit against Jones, alleging that comments she made regarding their relationship violated the confidentiality terms outlined in their divorce settlement. The suit sought $50,000 in damages. According to reports, the legal claim centered around an interview in which Jones described their wedding as "wonderful" but referred to the marriage itself dismissively, which Reynolds saw as damaging.
The reasons behind their separation were subject to media speculation. One prevalent rumor involved a supposed affair between Reynolds and television personality NeNe Leakes, which both parties denied. Reynolds stated in interviews that the real cause of their split was a gradual emotional and logistical distancing fueled by demanding work schedules and increasing media scrutiny. He expressed frustration about their separation being made public without mutual consent.
During and after the divorce, Reynolds faced persistent rumors regarding his sexuality, including speculation that he was gay or bisexual. He publicly refuted these claims, stating unequivocally that he is straight and urged the public to respect his privacy. Although he chose not to delve deeply into the reasons his marriage to Jones failed, the rumors persisted despite no concrete evidence to substantiate them.
| Birth Date: | 24 Mar, 1962 |
| Age: | 58 yrs |
| Occupations: | Lawyer Journalist Writer |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Badin |
| Education: | University of Houston Law Center |
| Gender: | Female |
| Description: | American lawyer, television personality and writer |
| Net Worth 2021: | 18.5 million |
