Jenni ‘JWoww’ Farley’s Transformation: See the ‘Jersey Shore: Family Vacation’ Star’s Glow-Up

Rise to Fame

In a YouTube video released in 2018, Jenni opened up about how she was cast on Jersey Shore. The TV personality revealed she actually had different aspirations before becoming a reality star.

Big Plans

“Right before I turned 21, I moved to New York City because I had a dream of being an animator for Disney or Pixar or anyone that would take me,” she said. “I went to NYIT for college, but during that time, I was working at multiple places: one of them being a nightclub, Origins.”

New Opportunities

“We used to have casting calls all the time for TV shows, but one weekend my friend, Joey, visited me,” Jenni added. Interestingly, that happened to be when they were doing tryouts for Paris Hilton’s My New BFF.

In the Works

Jenni said she wrote all of this “BS” to get the gig and she later got a call back revealing they would love her for the socialite’s show, but they also mentioned there was a new “Guido show” coming to VH1.

A Journey Begins

The reality star said she had to meet with a lot of people and jump through several hoops. Surprisingly, Jenni said it took two years for the show to get off the ground.

Process Revealed

“Somewhere in the mix of that, they decided they were going to change Jersey Shore from a voting off show on VH1 to a Real World-style show on MTV,” the brunette beauty spilled.

Ready for Her Close-Up

When she got the green light from the producer to be on the show, Jenni was thrilled and “screaming” with excitement. The now-mom of two said once she walked into the shore house doors, the rest was history!

Meet JWoww

Viewers couldn’t resist tuning in weekly to watch the castmates, including Jenni with her captivating personality and wild sense of style. Who doesn’t remember those blonde streaks in her hair?

Moving On

At the time, she was still in a relationship with her boyfriend, Tom, but they ultimately ended up parting ways. Jenni leaned on her friends for support and she got very close with her housemate Snooki.

Sparking a Connection

The MTV alum also met her future husband, Roger, during season one, but viewers didn’t get to meet him until season 3. Their romance later blossomed and Jenni tied the knot with him in 2015. The duo is seen here during a Las Vegas outing in 2012.

Road to Motherhood

Jenni and Roger went on to welcome two children together: a daughter named Meilani Alexandra Mathews in July 2014, and a son named Greyson Valor Mathews in May 2016.

Calling It Quits

Unfortunately, the new parents went through some trials and tribulations. By 2018, Jenni decided to file for divorce from her estranged husband, citing “irreconcilable differences” as the reason. Luckily, it seemed some time apart helped the exes get on better terms. By April 2019, the two were seen out and about with their kids on Easter.

New Flame

In April 2019, it was revealed that Jenni was dating wrestler Zack Clayton Carpinello amid her divorce from Roger. Sparks were clearly flying as she even introduced him to her Jersey Shore: Family Vacation squad.

Sharing Updates

However, the athlete got a little flirty with her costar Angelina Pivarnick during one episode of the MTV series and JWoww didn’t take kindly to it.

“Right now, they’re not together, but they’re working on it,” her other costar Deena Cortese told In Touch and other reporters afterward at the 2019 People’s Choice Awards.

Around that time, Zack also posted a message of his own apologizing for his actions. “I made mistakes that I cannot take back, which I take full responsibility for,” he wrote.

Amicable Exes

Jenni’s ex Roger even spoke out about their relationship and sent them well-wishes. “I want peace with my ex-wife for my kids, and if there is turmoil in her life and in her household, it’s just not a good thing for our children, so I wish nothing but the best for her,” he told Us Weekly in October 2020. “I wish them all well, and I hope Jenni and Zack can work through their issues if they deem it worth saving.”

Showing Support

Since then, Zack confirmed he was back on with Jenni by sharing a new photo with the star in December 2019 — almost two months after their fallout. “You mean absolutely everything to me,” he wrote.

Good Vibes

Jenni took to Instagram to compliment her former costar Sammi “Sweetheart” Giancola’s breathtaking bridal photo shoot. She’s still showing love after all these years!

Next Level Engagement

So, what about Jenni and Zack? The couple announced that they got engaged in March 2021 after he popped the question at the top of the Empire State Building.

Getting Hitched

Jenni and Zack have not announced a date for their wedding, but they are very much still going strong as of September 2024.

Workin’ Hard

 Jenni shared a gorgeous selfie in June 2022, writing that she was doing a “press day” for her reality show. 

You’re a Wizard, Jenni!

The whole fam dressed up as Harry Potter characters for Halloween in 2022.

Chic and Stylish

Jenni looked chic from head-to-toe in an all-black ensemble while sporting a chopped lob in November 2022.

Fresh-Faced on Vacay

The Jersey Shore star looked happy and content while vacationing in Egypt with daughter Meilani in February 2023.

New Season

JWoww’s face looked slightly frozen as she donned a black dress with a center cutout for the Jersey Shore: Family Vacation‘s season 6 premiere party in New York on August 2, 2023.

A Family Affair

Jenni and Zack had an outing with her children to the iHeartRadio Q102’s Jingle Ball in December 2023.

Stunner

The reality star chose a classic look of a white blazer and black T-shirt while showing off her flawless complexion at the New York City premiere of If on May 13, 2024.