LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM: In a candid interview with The Times, Jamie Wood, the son of the Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood, opened up about the profound effect his parents' divorce had on him, revealing that it left him feeling devastated and with a sense that there was a lack of loyalty from his father.
Jamie, who is now 48 years old and a father of three himself, grew up in the midst of his father's world of fame and the complexities that came with it. Although he is Ronnie's adopted son, he was raised alongside the musician, his own mother Jo Wood, and three siblings, Leah, Tyrone, and Jesse, out of whom Jesse's mother is Krissy Findlay.
Growing up in a world of rock-n-roll
Growing up in an unconventional family, Jamie Wood expressed how he felt like he was “always second” compared to his father Ronnie Wood, who seemed to prioritize his music career and fame above everything else. Jamie's upbringing was characterized by constant movement, attending 17 schools in various countries due to his father's rock 'n' roll lifestyle. Moreover, his father “always came first” in the family.
He also reminisced about early mornings with famous guests like Christopher Reeve and Michael J Fox in their home. Jamie revealed that Keith Richards had a profound part to play in introducing him to the drugs scene.
Speaking of his father, Ronnie Wood, he said, "There was no loyalty. He was off drunk." However, Jamie said of his father, “Dad was god,” but the fame came at a cost. Ronnie's status isolated Jamie from having normal friendships – other parents were hesitant to let their children visit the Woods' house.
In 2011, Jamie faced another challenging chapter when his parents' divorce became public and tumultuous. Ronnie's infidelity led to the separation, which occurred in 2009 after 24 years of marriage. The divorce proceedings played out in the media, adding further strain to Jamie's already complicated family dynamics.
Jamie is a cannabis enthusiast
Jamie Jameson Wood, born on September 19, 1974, is a British Gallerist and CBD entrepreneur. In addition to his family connections, Jamie was also manger for Ronnie Wood from 2000 to 2009, as mentioned in ‘Ronnie: The Autobiography’.
After experiencing a heart attack three years ago, Jamie decided to further educate himself about the endocannabinoid system, which is affected by cannabis. He went back to college to study this system, gaining a deeper understanding of the potential benefits and applications of CBD. Jamie is currently the founder of the well-known CBD brand, Woodies, which has gained popularity for its products. Recently, the brand launched a new CBD Kombucha range, expanding its offerings.
Now a father of three, Jamie has ventured into the CBD industry, utilizing his knowledge to create products that may contribute to overall well-being and health. His journey exemplifies the importance of personal experiences and education in driving passion and innovation in the business world.
