Jay Jopling: Biography in Details
Who is Jay Jopling?
Jay Jopling is a British art dealer and gallerist. He founded and is the owner of an art gallery known as White Cube.
Recently, he was involved in a three-year program of exhibitions that was done in Brazil.
Jay Jopling- Age, Parents, Ethnicity, Education
His birthdate is June 1963 and he was born in Thirsk, North Riding of Yorkshire, England as Jeremy Michael Jopling. The name of his mother is known but his father was Michael Jopling, Baron Jopling.
Jay’s ancestry is English and has a brother named Nicholas Jopling.
As per his academics, he attended Eton College and the University of Edinburgh. From the latter, he studied English literature and the history of art.
Jay Jopling- Professional Life, Career
Jay Jopling first opened White Cube in 1993 at 44 Duke Street, St James, West End. It has shown the artwork of artists such as Tracey Emin, Harland Miller, Gary Hume, Runa Islam, and more.
The bigger version of White Cube was established in 2000 but it was closed in 2012. Again, the other branches were opened in 2012 at Bermondsey and in Hong Kong.
Moreover, Jay put his money into an online auction company Paddle8. It was combined with Auctionata in 2016 but became independent after a year due to Auctionata’s insolvency.
How much does Jay Jopling earn?
According to the reports of 2022, he has accumulated a net worth of around $1 million US. His yearly salary of his is difficult to calculate.
On the other hand, his ex-wife Sam has assets worth $20 million.
Social Media
Jay is not officially available on social sites like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. But there is an account on IG of his name that has over 3.3k followers.
Is Jay Jopling involved in any rumors and controversies?
This art collector is keeping himself away from rumors and desperate scandals.
Body Features- Height, Weight
Jay Jopling’s height and body weight are of average shape. In addition, he has blue eyes and his hair is turned in grey.
Trivia/Facts
- He is 59 years old as of 2022.
- His zodiac sign is Gemini.
- His first job was as a fire extinguisher door-to-door salesman.
- He was named top of GQ’s 50 best-dressed British men in the year 2015.
- He briefly served as a Minister for Agriculture.
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