Source: Jamie Benn’s Instagram/@jamiebenn14
Jamie Benn is a professional ice hockey player who currently serves as the captain of the Dallas Stars in the National Hockey League (NHL). He plays as a left-winger and has been a key figure for the Stars since joining the team in 2009. Throughout his career, he has earned numerous accolades, including NHL All-Star selections and the Art Ross Trophy for leading the league in points during the 2014-2015 season.
Benn's journey into the NHL began when he was selected 129th overall by the Dallas Stars in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft from the Victoria Grizzlies. Notably, Benn served the Kelowna Rockets in the Western Hockey League (WHL) before making his NHL debut in the 2009-10 season opener against the Nashville Predators. Moreover, he played 82 games that season before being sent down to the Texas Stars in the American Hockey League (AHL) to further develop his skills. Coming back to the NHL in 2010-11 season, he showcased his abilities by recording 56 points in 69 regular season games. The following season, saw him better his prevous season's stats which led him to become the sixth captain Dallas Stars' history in 2013.
Remarkably, he led the Stars to the 2020 Stanley Cup Finals, where they were defeated in six games against the Tampa Bay Lightning.
Who is Jamie Benn’s girlfriend, Jessica Bennet?
As of April 2024, Jamie Benn is engaged to Jessica Bennet. Benn announced his engagement to his girlfriend, Jessica Bennet, over the holiday season in 2022. The couple shared the news on Instagram, with Benn posting their first picture together on his profile. In the photo, Jessica is seen wearing a stunning oval diamond ring, with the caption "made for each other."
Interestingly, Bennet has a history in athletics and in soccer. She was a four-year varsity member at Gonzaga Preparatory High School in Spokane. Moreover, she helped Gonzaga Prep to the 2011 District championships and earned second team All-Greater Spokane League honors in 2010. Bennett was also a member of the Spokane Elite Club which won the WSPL Division I championship in 2010 and which took first place at the WYSPL Division 2 championship. She also was a four-year varsity member of the track and field team; winning the 300-meters at the 2010 and 2011 district finals.
What does Jessica Bennet do for a living?
According to Jessica Bennet's LinkedIn profile, she has been working as a sales consultant at Vitalyc Medspa in Dallas, Texas for the past four years.
Moreover, Jessica Bennett holds a degree in communication from Arizona State University and pursued a double major in political science and psychology during her high school years at Gonzaga University. In addition to her professional pursuits, she actively participates in philanthropic activities, volunteering her time and efforts with esteemed organizations such as Habitat for Humanity International and Brother Bill's Helping Hand. Notably, she is a former varsity soccer and track & field player.
Jessica Bennet’s Social Media
Jessica Bennett maintains an active Instagram pressence under the username @jessicaa.bennett, where she has 20.1k followers. She shares posts featuring herself, friends, and her boyfriend.
How long have Jamie Benn and Jessica Bennet been engaged?
Jamie Benn and Jessica Bennett have been engaged since the Christmas break of 2022. While the exact timeline of Jamie Benn and Jessica's relationship remains somewhat unclear, a significant clue can be found on Jessica's Instagram profile. She shared the first picture of herself and Jamie Benn on May 1, 2022, suggesting that they had been romantically involved for some time.
