Jon Jones Family Tree: The Story Behind Bones

Jonathan Dwight Jones, born 19 July 1987 in Rochester, New York, USA, is an American MMA fighter — UFC Light Heavyweight Champion 2011-2015, 2018-2020, 2023; UFC Heavyweight Champion 2023-2025; youngest UFC champion ever at 23; 27-1 MMA record (with the loss a DQ).

The Family's Roots: An NFL-Sporting Family from Rochester

Two of Jon's brothers played in the NFL.

His Parents

Father: Arthur Jones Sr. — pastor, died 2 May 2021.

Mother: Camille Jones — American.

His Brothers (both NFL)

Arthur Jones Jr., born 3 June 1986 — elder brother; NFL defensive tackle (Ravens, Colts, Redskins; 2013 Super Bowl champion).

Chandler Jones, born 27 February 1990 — younger brother; NFL defensive end (Patriots, Cardinals, Raiders; 4× Pro Bowl).

His Sister

Carmen Jones (1988–2005) — Jon's elder sister; died of a brain tumor at 17.

His Fiancée: Jessie Moses

Jessie Moses — Jon's high-school sweetheart; engaged.

Their Daughters

Leah Jones, born 2008 — daughter.

Carmen Nicole Jones, born 2009 — daughter (named after Jon's late sister).

Olivia Haven Jones, born 2013 — daughter.

The Jones Family Tree at a Glance

Father: Arthur Jones Sr. (d. 2 May 2021) — pastor.

Mother: Camille Jones.

Brothers: Arthur Jr. (b. 3 June 1986) — NFL DT; Chandler (b. 27 February 1990) — NFL DE.

Sister: Carmen Jones (1988–2005) — died of brain tumor at 17.

Fiancée: Jessie Moses — high-school sweetheart.

Daughters: Leah (b. 2008); Carmen (b. 2009); Olivia (b. 2013).

Jon Jones:

  • Born 19 July 1987, Rochester
  • Iowa Central Community College wrestler
  • UFC debut: August 2008
  • UFC Light Heavyweight Champion: 19 March 2011 (age 23y 8m) — youngest UFC champion ever
  • 11 title defences (as of 2025)
  • DQ loss to Matt Hamill (December 2009): only career defeat
  • PED tests issues 2016-2017; suspensions
  • Vacated LHW title 2020; moved to heavyweight
  • UFC Heavyweight Champion: 4 March 2023 (Ciryl Gane submission)
  • Retired from heavyweight: June 2025

What the Jones Family Story Teaches Us

A pastor father lost in 2021. A mother. Two NFL-playing brothers — one a Super Bowl champion. A sister lost to a brain tumor at 17 (Jon named a daughter after her). A fiancée and three daughters. A career that produced UFC champion in two weight classes.

For every family — large or small, famous or otherwise — the Bones story carries the same lesson. Some families produce three top-tier US sports careers in one household.

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