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January Jones

What is january jones?

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Key facts

Full name January Kristen Jones[2]
Birth date January 5, 1978[2]
Birth place Sioux Falls, South Dakota, U.S.[2]
Occupation Actress, model[2]
Known for Betty Draper in *Mad Men*[2]

January Jones is an American actress and former model, best known for playing Betty Draper in *Mad Men*.[2] She was born January 5, 1978, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.[2] Her other roles include *The Last Man on Earth* and *X-Men: First Class*.[2]

Context

January Jones is an American actress and former model, best known for playing Betty Draper in *Mad Men*.[2] She was born January 5, 1978, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.[2] Her other roles include Melissa Chartres in *The Last Man on Earth* and appearances in films like *X-Men: First Class*.[2] She earned two Golden Globe nominations and one Primetime Emmy nomination for *Mad Men*.[2] She is sometimes confused with the singer January Jones, the stage name of Jacqueline Allison.[1]

Documented claims

  • January Jones received two Golden Globe Award nominations and one Primetime Emmy Award nomination for her role in *Mad Men*. [2]
  • Her film appearances include *American Wedding*, *We Are Marshall*, *The Boat That Rocked*, *Unknown*, *Seeking Justice*, and *X-Men: First Class*. [2]

Questions and answers

What is January Jones known for?

She is best known for playing Betty Draper in *Mad Men*.[2] The role earned her two Golden Globe nominations and one Primetime Emmy nomination.[2]

What movies has January Jones been in?

Her film credits include *American Wedding*, *We Are Marshall*, *The Boat That Rocked*, *Unknown*, *Seeking Justice*, and *X-Men: First Class*.[2]

Is January Jones the same person as the singer January Jones?

No. The singer January Jones is the stage name of Jacqueline Allison, a different person.[1]

Sources

  1. January Jones Biography | Booking Info for Speaking ... — allamericanspeakers.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  2. January Jones - Biography — imdb.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)

Sources last checked August 3, 2026. · More in People