John John Florence Parents

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John John Florence
John John Florence Image source: @alexandra_florence Instagram.

John John Florence is an American surfer born in 1992 at Hawaii. He was born and brought up near one of the most iconic surfing breaks in the world called Pipeline in Hawaii. By the age of two, John Florence was already on a surfboard playing and familiarising with it, as his mother was a surfer herself. The early exposure to the ocean and waves nurtured a deep connection with surfing that made him a competitive surfer representing Team USA in the World Surf League (WSL) and the Olympics.

At the young age of thirteen, he became the youngest competitor ever in the Triple Crown of Surfing, a well-revered series of big wave contests held in Hawaii. In 2011, Florence made it into the World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour which is the pinnacle of professional surfing. After a period of gap in his winning ways and maturing as a surfer, he won the World Championship Title in 2016, This was just the beginning as he repeated the feat in 2017. Moreover, he became one of the only five surfers in the world to achieve back to back victories.

Who are John John Florence’s Parents?

John John Florence’s parents are John Florence and Alexandra Florence. They also have two more sons, namely Ivan and Nathan.

Who is John John Florence’s Father?

John John Florence­'s father is John Florence Sr.

John Sr. is de­scribed as a charming person who was a natural flirt. He me­t Alexandra while working on cruise ships. The­ir relationship led to three­ sons being born in rapid succession, before­ John Sr. ultimately left the family.

In a me­moir titled "FEAR", John Sr. blamed Alexandra for limiting his pe­rsonality and expressed re­gret for his past actions, such as DUIs that could result in jail time. While­ acknowledging his flaws, he still claimed some­ credit for his sons, including John John, but his perspective­ came across as complex and somewhat se­lf-centred.

Who is John John Florence's Mother?

John John Florence’s mother is Alexandra Florence. Known around the North Shore, Hawaii as "Mom John", Alexandra Florence, is the driving force behind John John Florence and his brothers. Alex was also a surfer, who began instilling in her sons a love for the ocean when they were very young. In spite of her sons’ fame as surfers, Alex remains humble

At 16 she left New Jersey for Hawaii’s dream chasing waves and an uncommon life. The challenges of raising three boys by herself did not deter Alex. She supported herself through school at the University of Honolulu studying dance while holding various jobs such as waitressing and movie extra work. Rather than material possessions, Alex placed value on experiences even amid financial hardships. She took her sons to surfing, skating or even dirt biking to foster their passion for outdoor activities.

John John Florence
Image source: @alexandra_florence

What Nationality are John John Florence's parents?

Both of John Florence's parents are American nationals.

What ethnicity is John John Florence?

John John Florence is American.

FAQ's On John John Florence Parents

 A. John John Florence's mother is Alexandra Florence.

A. John John Florence's father is John Florence Sr.

 A. John John Florence's parents are American nationals.

 A. Yes, all the Florence brothers have the same dad who is John Florence Senior.

 A. The Youngest of the Florence brothers is Ivan Florence. 

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