“Gary Jones” is a common name shared by several notable individuals across various fields. Here are some of them:
Gary Jones (Actor)
Born on January 4, 1958, in Swansea, Wales, Gary Jones is a Canadian actor best known for his role as Sergeant Walter Harriman in the science fiction series Stargate SG-1 and Stargate Atlantis. He has also appeared in shows like Sliders, The Outer Limits, Andromeda, and Dead Like Me. Before his acting career, Jones was part of the improv group “Mission Improbable” and later joined Toronto’s Second City troupe.
Gary Jones (Footballer)
Gary Roy Jones, born on June 3, 1977, in Birkenhead, England, is a former professional footballer who played as a central midfielder. Throughout his career, he made over 700 league appearances, notably holding the record for the most appearances at Rochdale AFC. Jones also played for clubs like Bradford City and Notts County. After retiring, he briefly managed Ashville FC in 2023.
Gary Jones (Horse Trainer)
Gary F. Jones (June 16, 1944 – October 11, 2020) was an American horse trainer inducted into the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame in 2014. Over his career, he secured 1,465 race wins, including 102 graded stakes. Notable horses trained by Jones include Best Pal and Turkoman, the latter being named the 1986 American Champion Older Male Horse. Jones passed away in 2020 at the age of 76.
Gary Jones (Journalist)
Gary Jones is a British journalist who served as the editor of the Daily Express from March 2018 to September 2024. Before this, he held editorial positions at publications like the News of the World, The Sunday People, and the Daily Mirror. During his tenure, Jones emphasized investigative journalism and led campaigns that resulted in significant societal impacts, such as changes in domestic abuse laws.
Gary Jones (Educator)
Gary Jones was a teacher and coach at Westminster Schools in Georgia. In February 2025, he went missing while celebrating his 50th birthday on Lake Oconee with his fiancée, Joycelyn Wilson. Their empty boat was found circling the lake, and Wilson’s body was recovered the next day. Jones’ body was later found a month later in the lake. Authorities do not suspect foul play, and autopsies have been conducted.