Meet Edson Jeune – Benita Alexander’s Ex-Husband

Edson Jeune (born 1980) is the ex-husband of  Benita Alexander, an award-winning television producer, showrunner, correspondent, director, writer, and narrator who has worked on a wide variety of film and TV programs. Jeune himself is a Ballroom dancer and mental coach, and is 44 years old.

Although his marriage to the celebrity correspondent has since ended, Edson has managed to leverage the fame the union brought him to bring his profession to the limelight. Find out all about him below.

What is Edson Jeune’s Ethnicity?

Edson Jeune is of mixed ethnicity. His mother, Luna Germain, is of Haitian descent, while his father, Kesnel Jeune, is from Dorchester, Massachusetts, in the United States of America. Edson was born in 1980 in Port-au-Prince, on the Gulf of Gonâve, Haiti. However, he has not disclosed his exact date of birth.

There is also no further information about the occupation of his parents and if he has any siblings. While we could not establish where Edson spent his early years, we were able to confirm that he graduated with a degree in Economics from the University of Massachusetts in Amherst, United States of America.

Edson Jeune Gained Popularity after Becoming Benita Alexander’s Husband

Edson only became famous after he got married to American TV producer and writer Benita Alexander. While neither Edson nor Benita has ever disclosed details of when or where they met, the couple got married on October 12, 2012, at an elaborate wedding ceremony that took place on the River Hudson, inside a 130-foot motor yacht Star of America.

The ceremony was officiated by the couple’s mutual friend Federec Hafez, and the occasion had some prominent personalities in attendance.

The Age Difference Between Edson Jeune and His Ex-Wife Benita Alexander

Edson June is 14 years younger than his ex-wife Benita Alexander. While Edson was born in 1980, Benita was born on April 21, 1966. However, the couple did not let the age difference between them stop them from starting a relationship and eventually getting married to each other.

While many of their fans speculated that this age difference might have been a contributing factor to their divorce, neither of them has addressed these speculations.

Why Edson Jeune and Benita Alexander Divorced

Jeune and Benita Alexander have never spoken about their divorce, and as such, we could not confirm the exact date they got divorced and the cause of their divorce. However, sources claim that the divorce happened after Benita cheated on another man while she was still married to Edson.

Benita allegedly had an affair with a surgeon named Paolo Macchiarini, and she shared this information in a documentary film titled He Lied About Everything. According to Benita, she met Paolo for the first time in 2013 during an interview for an NBC documentary, A Leap of Faith. Benita and Paola instantly got attracted to each other and kicked off a relationship.

On Christmas Day in 2013, Paola proposed to her with a ring worth $100,000, further captivating her heart. They eventually picked a date for their wedding on July 11, 2015, in Rome. The wedding between Benita Alexander and Paola Macchiarini was never held as Benita later discovered that Paola lied about everything and was never actually in love with her.

Did Edson Jeune and Benita Alexander Have Any Children Together?

Edson and Benita Alexander did not have any children together. While Edson has no children from any previous or later relationships, Benita has a daughter named Jessica from her first marriage to a man named John Noel.

Benita and John got married in 2003, but their marriage ended with a divorce in 2009, three years before she got married to Edson.

Who is Edson Jeune Dating Now?

He seems to be single at the moment. Since his marriage with Benita Alexander ended, he has not disclosed any information about his love life. As such, we could not verify the details of any lady he has dated ever since. In contrast, his ex-wife Benita Alexander has been dating other people and is having a good time. We could not confirm if Edson and Benita still have a good relationship.

What Does Benita Alexander’s Ex-Husband Do For a Living?

Benita Alexander’s ex-husband is a ballroom dancer and a mental health coach. He appears to be fairly successful in what he does, although he has not gained any awards or recognition for his craft.

He is a ballroom dance instructor and choreographer at a Muscular Therapy Institute named Avalon Ballroom Dance and also posts videos of his dance sessions on Instagram.

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As a mental health coach, Edson provides a safe environment for people to express themselves. His Instagram handle – @coachedsonjeune is filled with videos and pictures of his coaching skills and affirmations.

What is Edson Jeune’s Net Worth?

Edson has an estimated net worth of $1 million, and he got this from his career as a ballroom dancer. He does not appear to be making great income as a coaching session, although he regularly posts updates on this career path on his social media handles.

Where is Edson Jeune Now?

Edson currently lives at his home in Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States. He is focused on advancing his career as a mental health coach and a ballroom dance instructor and does not seem to be involved in any other projects.

Edson Jeune’s Social Media

Edson Jeune is active across various social media platforms, which include Instagram: @edson_jeune, @coachedsonjeune, Twitter: @edsonjeune, and Facebook: @Edson Jeune. He has thousands of followers on his accounts and posts videos of his coaching and dancing sessions.