The pair met in 2004 and married in 2009.
Woody Johnson, the American businessman, owner of the New York Jets, and former United States Ambassador to the United Kingdom, is married to Suzanne Ircha Johnson, a former actress and Wall Street stocks specialist.
Born to Ukrainian immigrant parents, Suzanne’s journey from Wall Street to the NFL sidelines is paved by notable accomplishments and a commitment to her heritage.
Married in 2009, Woody and Suzanne share two children, Robert Wood Johnson V and Jack Wood Johnson.
Woody was previously married to Nancy Sale Johnson, with whom he has three children: Casey Johnson, Jaime Johnson, and Daisy Johnson.
#Jets donating $1 million to aid relief efforts in Ukraine.@SuzJohnsonNYJ, who is of Ukrainian heritage, and @woodyjohnson4, giving to groups that can help immediately.
— Dennis Waszak Jr. (@DWAZ73) April 5, 2022
"The whole world is seeing it & it’s just so crazy. … It's heartbreaking."
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Born on July 21, 1964, Suzanne grew up in Manhattan’s Little Ukraine neighborhood.
Her father immigrated to the US from Ukraine after World War II, while her mother was a first-generation Ukrainian American.
She pursued higher education at Cornell University, initially focusing on engineering before shifting to business studies.
This decision set the stage for her future endeavors in the financial sector.
Okay, the current Diplomat is Woody Johnson. In an article about the accident it said the woman was in her 40’s (2nd marriage) Below is a recent picture of them and the Trumps. She looks like she’s 40 something. Her name is Suzanne Ircha Johnson. 🤔 pic.twitter.com/MEq67uiuKY
— Laura Marie 🟧 (@mariamar625) October 6, 2019
Suzanne’s career on Wall Street was both successful and harrowing.
By the age of 26, she had earned her first million dollars.
She served as an equities managing director at Sandler O’Neill and Partners, which had offices in the World Trade Center.
On September 11, 2001, a delayed return to her office spared her from the tragic attacks, but she lost 75 colleagues, including her mentor, Herman Sandler.
This experience profoundly impacted her perspective on life and work.
Melania and Donald Trump with Woody Johnson and his incredible "wife", Suzanne pic.twitter.com/ZybQMlHx87
— Bay (@ScottBayless2) May 7, 2022
Suzanne Ircha and Woody Johnson’s relationship began in 2004 when they met at a Michael Milken conference in Beverly Hills.
Despite a significant age difference, the two connected immediately.
Their first date took place two days later at a restaurant in SoHo, New York City.
After five years of dating, they married on June 4, 2009, in an intimate ceremony at the Brick Presbyterian Church in New York City.
They had their first child, Robert, on March 24, 2006, and their second, Jack, on October 13, 2008.
Suzanne actively participates in New York Jets events, often collaborating with Woody on team-related initiatives, including NFL fashion projects.
One memorable incident that stands out in their relationship was when they co-hosted a special Jets charity gala in 2018, raising significant funds for local youth programs.
Suzanne is also involved in a line of Jets-branded clothing, which has gained significant popularity among fans.
Their shared commitment to philanthropy is evident in their joint efforts, such as the $1 million donation to aid Ukraine in 2022.
In 2022, they donated $1 million to organizations such as Razom for Ukraine, Plast Scouting, and the Ukrainian National Women’s League of America.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- Suzanne is close friends with former and upcoming First Lady Melania Trump. They became friends through their shared Eastern European heritage and their husbands’ long-standing friendship.
- During her acting career, she appeared in minor roles in movies such as “Pontiac Moon” (1994) and “Return to Two Moon Junction” (1995), as well as in the TV series “Star Trek: Deep Space Nine” (1995) and the video game “Wing Commander IV: The Price of Freedom” (1995).
