Jo Wood has shared her thoughts on stepson Jesse Wood’s upcoming baby with his partner, reality TV personality Gemma Gregory, post his separation from Fearne Cotton, his wife of a decade. Jo, a former model aged 71, who played a significant role in raising Jesse during her lengthy marriage to Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood, is the first family member to publicly acknowledge Jesse’s announcement of Gemma’s pregnancy at 40.
In an exclusive conversation with The Mirror, Jo expressed her excitement about the news, praising Gemma as a wonderful and kind-hearted woman. She recounted how Jesse informed her of the pregnancy through a text message, filling her with joy and anticipation.
Jesse, a 49-year-old musician, and Gemma revealed their pregnancy news recently, over a year following his split from Fearne, aged 44. Jo emphasized the importance of maintaining hope and finding happiness amidst life’s challenges.
Commenting on Jesse and Gemma’s relationship, Jo mentioned that Gemma brings happiness to Jesse and highlighted the blended nature of their expanding family. Jesse shares children with Fearne and has adult children from a previous marriage, while Gemma also has a child from a previous relationship.
At an event promoting her debut novel’s audiobook, Jo shared insights into Jesse and Fearne’s amicable co-parenting relationship post their separation. She praised their positive dynamic and emphasized the absence of bitterness between them.
Jesse and Gemma announced their pregnancy on social media, with Gemma sharing a picture of her growing bump and expressing excitement about their journey ahead. Gemma, known for her appearances in Made In Chelsea and her work in acting and modeling, is set to expand her family with Jesse.
Jo, who is already working on a sequel to her novel, spoke about the importance of staying optimistic and shared her motivations for continuing to write stories that empower women. She encouraged women to embrace their wisdom and share their life experiences with others.
This story unfolds against the backdrop of Jesse’s public disclosure of financial challenges earlier this year, as he expressed difficulties securing work post his split from Fearne. Fearne, on the other hand, has moved on romantically and spoken positively about her current state of mind.
Jo’s event, held at Fitzrovia Studios in North London, featured discussions on love and the journey of self-discovery, offering a glimpse into her upcoming literary projects aimed at inspiring and supporting women.