Courtesy of Tracey's Jon
Known as the "reluctant kid" Jon was
born Jonathan Rashleigh Knight in November 1968.
Jon and his brother, fellow New Kid, Jordan
Knight grew up in a very busy household. Their mother was a
social worker and often took on foster children.
Growing up Jon had ambitions to work in real
estate.
Jon's musical
aspirations began in his childhood. Like his brother Jordan and
his other siblings, Jon used to sing
in the local church choir. He and Jordan became head
co-choristers. He describes this experience as "probably
one of the greatest experiences" of his life.
In 1984 Jon joined the first boy-band of the 90's
New Kids On The
Block. As a member of the group, Jon was known for his
shyness. The other members would often have to leave the room
when Jon sang his parts on New Kids songs. Maurice Starr did
manage to get him to sing lead on two of the New Kids songs,
"White Christmas" and "Happy Birthday". Some fans were drawn to him because of his shyness, as
well as his good looks.
There had been numerous rumours and reports
floating around suggesting that Jon was unhappy being a new kids and
wanted to quit. These were repeatedly denied at the time. However, in 1993 he quit New Kids On The Block.
Nowadays, Jon can be found realising his childhood
dream of working in real-estate. He is the only former member of New Kids On The
Block who seems to not have aspired for celebrity status post-NKOTB.