Biografia
Jason Dean Fortune, better known as J.D. Fortune, is the winner of the 2005 CBS reality series Rockstar: INXS. He was born on September 1, 1973, in Mississauga, Ontario. Raised by his mother in Salt Springs, Pictou County, he adopted her maiden name, Fortune. His birth name is Jason Dean Benninson, taking the surname of his estranged father.
Standing 6'2" tall, J.D. has lived in Canada for most of his life alongside his younger sister, Sarah-Jane. Although he attended school regularly, he dropped out before completing high school. In Canada, J.D. worked various jobs, including serving in the Canadian military, teaching martial arts, and performing as an Elvis impersonator in local pubs.
Before being signed for the CBS reality show, J.D. reportedly lived in his car with his pug, Elvis, named after Elvis Presley. After joining the show, he moved into the rock star mansion where the contestants were housed.
On Rockstar: INXS, J.D. was initially seen as overly confident, which caused tension with his housemates. After landing in the bottom three, he realized the importance of humility and being authentic. This change in attitude helped him win the competition and become the new lead singer of INXS.
Joining INXS was a significant moment for J.D., who had been a fan of the band since his youth. He co-wrote and performed "Pretty Vegas," which became the highest-charting single for INXS. The music video was also a hit, showcasing a fitter and more toned J.D., much to the delight of female fans.
The band's second single from the album Switch, "Afterglow," also achieved success in Australia. The song served as a tribute to the late Michael Hutchence, the band's former frontman who tragically took his own life. During the video shoot, J.D. was romantically linked to model and actress Estella Warren, though the couple later parted ways.
Currently, J.D. is reportedly working on a new solo project. Although it remains unconfirmed if he will continue performing with INXS, the band's representatives have stated that he contributed to their sophomore album. Meanwhile, J.D. is often seen attending music award events. He has demonstrated to fans worldwide that he can successfully fill Michael Hutchence's shoes as INXS's lead singer, a journey that has transformed him from a fan into a member of the legendary band.
