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Jerry Hall

Jerry Hall is an American model and actress known for her prominence in 1970s and 1980s fashion.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Jerry Hall is an American model and actress who rose to prominence in the 1970s and 1980s as one of the world's most sought-after fashion models. She later pursued an acting career and became widely known for her high-profile relationships with Mick Jagger and Rupert Murdoch.

Early life

Jerry Faye Hall was born on July 2, 1956, in Gonzales, Texas, United States, and was raised in Texas. Sources describe her as coming from a working-class background and note that she has a twin sister.

Modelling career

Hall began modelling in the 1970s and became one of the best-known models of her era. She worked internationally and was associated with major fashion and magazine appearances.

Acting career

Hall later pursued acting, with one of her best-known screen roles being in the 1989 film Batman. Her acting work also included other film and television appearances.

Personal life

Hall was the long-term partner of Mick Jagger, and the couple had four children. She later married media owner Rupert Murdoch in 2016; the marriage ended in divorce in 2022.

Key facts

  • Jerry Hall is an American model and actress who became a leading fashion model in the 1970s and 1980s.
  • She appeared in the 1989 film Batman as part of her acting career.
  • Hall had a long-term relationship with Mick Jagger and has four children with him.
  • She married Rupert Murdoch in 2016 and divorced in 2022.
  • Born in Gonzales, Texas, in 1956, she was raised in Texas.
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Canadian context

Jerry Hall has relevance for Canadian readers through her international fashion profile and her connections to global media and celebrity culture, including coverage in fashion, entertainment, and tabloid media.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Jerry Hall?
Jerry Hall is an American model and actress best known for her high-profile fashion career and her relationships with Mick Jagger and Rupert Murdoch.
When was Jerry Hall born?
She was born on July 2, 1956.
Where was Jerry Hall born?
She was born in Gonzales, Texas, United States.
What is Jerry Hall known for?
She is known for being a prominent model in the 1970s and 1980s, acting work including Batman, and her public personal relationships.
How many children does Jerry Hall have?
She has four children with Mick Jagger.
Was Jerry Hall married to Rupert Murdoch?
Yes. They married in 2016 and divorced in 2022.

References

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jerry_Hall
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, career as model and actress, relationship with Mick Jagger, marriage to Rupert Murdoch
  2. HELLO! Magazinehttps://www.hellomagazine.com/profiles/20091008826/jerry-hall/
    Supports: Birthplace, family background, early life, acting start, modelling career overview
  3. IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm0355717/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, birth name, height, acting credits
  4. Britannicahttps://www.britannica.com/biography/Jerry-Hall
    Supports: Identity as American model and actress
  5. Wikipédiahttps://www.fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jerry_Hall
    Supports: Nationality, occupations, relationship and marriage details