Jerry Jones, the owner of the Dallas Cowboys, has finally settled a paternity case that has been ongoing for nearly two and a half years. The case involved a woman named Alexandra Davis, who claimed to be Jones’ biological daughter. In March 2022, Davis sued Jones in Dallas County, seeking to void a legal agreement that her mother had allegedly made with Jones when she was just two years old. According to the agreement, Jones would provide financial support as long as they did not publicly acknowledge his paternity.
Jones, in response, filed a countersuit, citing a breach of contract. However, in a recent development, Jones has agreed to drop his countersuit in exchange for Davis dismissing all pending lawsuits against him, including one that required him to take a DNA test. The settlement also ensures that a 1998 agreement between the parties will remain in effect.
In a statement to the press, Jones expressed his relief that the ordeal has finally come to an end. He acknowledged that the situation was “sensitive” to him and his family and expressed regret that it had escalated to this point. Despite the challenges, Jones emphasized that he is content with the resolution and grateful that it has been resolved to everyone’s satisfaction.
Davis initially dropped her case in 2022 and instead pursued a paternity case, leading to a court order for Jones to undergo a DNA test. She later filed a defamation lawsuit against Jones and two of his associates, accusing them of labeling her as an “extortionist.” The complaint alleged that Jones’ attorney and a communications consultant falsely accused Davis of attempting to extort money from Jones.
Jerry Jones, who has been married to his wife Gene since 1963, has three children, all of whom hold key roles in the Cowboys’ front office. Despite the challenges posed by the paternity case, Jones remains committed to his family and his team.
The resolution of this legal battle brings closure to a long and arduous chapter for Jerry Jones and Alexandra Davis. While the details of the settlement remain confidential, both parties can now move forward with a sense of closure and resolution.
