Jessica Mulroney facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Jessica Mulroney
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Mulroney at a Canadian Film Centre gala in 2012
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Jessica Brownstein
March 14, 1980 |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Alma mater | McGill University |
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| Children | 3 |
| Relatives | John Brownstein (brother) Brian Mulroney (father-in-law) Mila Mulroney (mother-in-law) Caroline Mulroney (sister-in-law) |
Jessica Mulroney (born Jessica Brownstein on March 14, 1980) is a Canadian fashion stylist and marketing expert. She is known for her work helping people choose clothes and for appearing on TV shows like Good Morning America and CityLine. She also hosted a show called I Do, Redo. Jessica is a big supporter of Canadian fashion and writes for Wedding Vacations magazine.
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Early Life and Education
Jessica Mulroney was born Jessica Brownstein into a Jewish family. Her parents are Veronica and Stephen Brownstein. Her brother, John Brownstein, is a professor at Harvard University. Jessica is also a great-granddaughter of Benjamin Brownstein, who started the shoe company Browns Shoes.
She grew up in Westmount, Canada. She went to Miss Edgar's and Miss Cramp's School on a scholarship. Later, she studied at McGill University and earned a degree in industrial relations.
Career Highlights
Early in her career, Jessica and her sister Elizabeth helped sell lingerie brands like La Perla and Cosabella.
Fashion Styling Work
In November 2015, Jessica Mulroney helped style outfits for Sophie Grégoire Trudeau. Sophie was the wife of Justin Trudeau, who is the Prime Minister of Canada. Jessica and her husband, Ben Mulroney, were known to be close friends with the Trudeaus.
In 2015, Jessica also helped Meghan Markle choose a wedding dress for Meghan's character, Rachel Zane, on the TV show Suits. Later, in 2019, Jessica styled outfits for actress Mindy Kaling for several events, including the Oscars red carpet. She also worked as a stylist for the famous singer Shania Twain.
Consulting and Television
In 2014, Jessica Mulroney became a bridal consultant for the Kleinfeld branch of the Hudson's Bay Company. Her role grew to include consulting, public relations, social media, and events. She also became a spokesperson for their CORE Life brand when it started in 2018.
Jessica appeared on Breakfast Television Toronto and was a regular guest stylist on CityLine. In 2019, ABC hired her as a style contributor. In 2020, she hosted a reality TV series called I Do, Redo for CTV. On this show, couples renewed their wedding vows. She also regularly writes for Wedding Magazine (Sunwing).
Jessica Mulroney is a strong supporter of the Canadian fashion industry.
Public Controversy
On June 10, 2020, Jessica Mulroney faced public discussion. This happened after Sasha Exeter, a Black brand marketer from Toronto, shared a video online. Exeter said that Mulroney had treated her unfairly. This happened after Exeter asked people with large online platforms to support Black people. Mulroney later said she was sorry.
After this event, Mulroney lost her work contracts with Hudson's Bay, ABC, Cityline, and CTV. Her CTV show, I Do, Redo, was also canceled. Following this, her husband resigned from his job at etalk on June 22.
Charity Work
Jessica Mulroney and her sisters-in-law, Caroline, Katy, and Vanessa Mulroney, started a charity together. It is called The Shoebox Project for Shelters. This charity aims to help women who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. In 2020, after the public controversy, Jessica stepped down from her role in the project.
Personal Life
On October 30, 2008, Jessica Brownstein married Ben Mulroney. Ben is the oldest son of Brian Mulroney, who was a former Prime Minister of Canada, and Mila Mulroney. Jessica and Ben have three children.
Jessica Mulroney was considered a close friend of the Duchess of Sussex (Meghan Markle). They met in 2011 when Meghan was working in Toronto. In 2018, Jessica and her husband attended Meghan's wedding to Prince Harry. Their children were also part of the wedding as page boys and a flower girl. During the 2020 public discussion, Mulroney mentioned her friendship with Meghan. Later, Mulroney denied rumors that there was a disagreement between them.
