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DiedNovember 30, 1958, Manchester, United Kingdom


Gareth Jones (born 16 September 1987) is a Welsh professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for League One club Wigan Athletic.

Born in Wrexham, Wales, Jones began his career with local club Wrexham before joining Everton’s Academy in 2004. He spent two years with Everton, before being released in 2006. He then spent time on trial with several clubs, including Liverpool and Manchester United, before joining Wigan Athletic in 2007.

Jones made his professional debut for Wigan in 2008, and has since made over 200 appearances for the club. He has also represented Wales at international level, earning over 20 caps since his debut in 2009.

A versatile midfielder, Jones is capable of playing both in the centre of midfield and on the wing. He is known for his work-rate and energy, as well as his ability to score goals.

Born in Wrexham, Wales, Jones was brought up in the village of Gwersyllt. He attended Gwersyllt Community Primary School and Ysgol Bryn Alyn, before joining Everton’s Academy in 2004.

Jones spent two years with Everton, but was released in 2006 after failing to break into the first team. He then spent time on trial with several clubs, including Liverpool and Manchester United, before joining Wigan Athletic in 2007.

Jones made his professional debut for Wigan in 2008, coming on as a substitute in a League Cup match against Hartlepool United. He made his Premier League debut later that season, coming on as a late substitute in a 2-1 defeat to Arsenal.

Jones became a regular starter for Wigan during the 2009-10 season, making 33 appearances in all competitions. He scored his first professional goal in a 3-2 win over West Ham United in December 2009.

Jones continued to be a regular starter for Wigan during the 2010-11 season, making 37 appearances in all competitions. He scored four goals during the season, including the winner in a 1-0 win over Liverpool in April 2011.

Jones was a regular starter for Wigan during the 2011-12 season, making 39 appearances in all competitions. He scored four goals during the season, including the winner in a 1-0 win over Arsenal in May 2012.

Jones was a regular starter for Wigan during the 2012-13 season, making 41 appearances in all competitions. He scored four goals during the season, including the winner in a 1-0 win over Manchester United in September 2012.

Jones was a regular starter for Wigan during the 2013-14 season, making 42 appearances in all competitions. He scored four goals during the season, including the winner in a 1-0 win over Aston Villa in February 2014.

Jones was a regular starter for Wigan during the 2014-15 season, making 44 appearances in all competitions. He scored five goals during the season, including the winner in a 1-0 win over Manchester City in April 2015.

Jones was a regular starter for Wigan during the 2015-16 season, making 45 appearances in all competitions. He scored four goals during the season, including the winner in a 1-0 win over Arsenal in May 2016.

Jones was a regular starter for Wigan during the 2016-17 season, making 46 appearances in all competitions. He scored four goals during the season, including the winner in a 1-0 win over Manchester United in September 2016.

Jones was a regular starter for Wigan during the 2017-18 season, making 47 appearances in all competitions. He scored four goals during the season, including the winner in a 1-0 win over Aston Villa in February 2018.

Jones has made over 200 appearances for Wigan Athletic since joining the club in 2007. He has also represented Wales at international level, earning over 20 caps since his debut in 2009.

General Info

Full NameGareth Jones
DiedNovember 30, 1958, Manchester, United Kingdom
ProfessionJournalist

Family

ParentsMajor Edgar Jones, Annie Gwen
PartnerViolet Berlin

Accomplishments

Music GroupsWild Palms
MoviesBonhoeffer: Agent of Grace, Thomas, Joseph of Nazareth, Desire, Delight
TV ShowsHow 2

Social profile links

Pictures

Movies

Director

TitleYearStatusCharacter
Delirium2016/Icompleted
Delight2013
Desire2009
4 Play1991TV Series 1 episode
Made in Heaven1990TV Series 1 episode
Screenplay1987-1989TV Series 2 episodes
Shalom Salaam1989TV Mini-Series 5 episodes
The District Nurse1987TV Series 1 episode
Albion Market1985TV Series 2 episodes
Brass1983-1984TV Series 26 episodes

Writer

TitleYearStatusCharacter
Delirium2016/Icompleted
Delight2013writer
Desire2009writer
Estrellita2007script collaborator
Nicht ohne dich2001TV Movie
The Friends of Jesus - Thomas2001TV Movie
St. Paul2000TV Movie
Bonhoeffer: Agent of Grace2000
Mary Magdalene2000TV Movie
Joseph of Nazareth2000TV Movie
Un cadeau, la vie!1998TV Movie idea
Verbotene Zone1995TV Movie
Albert sagt... Natur - aber nur!1995TV Series 1 episode
Shalom Salaam1989TV Mini-Series writer - 5 episodes
Fighting Back1986TV Mini-Series writer - 5 episodes
Crown Court1982TV Series writer - 1 episode

Producer

TitleYearStatusCharacter
Delirium2016/Iexecutive producer completed
Delight2013producer
Albion Market1985TV Series producer - 3 episodes
Brass1984TV Series producer - 13 episodes

Actor

TitleYearStatusCharacter
Delirium2016/IcompletedPilger

Self

TitleYearStatusCharacter
The Media Show1988TV SeriesHimself

Awards

Nominated Awards

YearAwardCeremonyNominationMovie
2013Golden St. GeorgeMoscow International Film FestivalDelight (2013)
2009Jury PrizeRaindance Film FestivalBest UK FeatureDesire (2009)

Source: IMDb, Wikipedia

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