January Jones’ 13-Year-Old Son Towers Over Her at Rare Red Carpet Appearance Amid Father Identity Mystery

January Jones and Son Xander Make Rare Red Carpet Appearance at Environmental Gala
By Adam S. Levy | Updated: 03:13 BST, 30 July 2025

January Jones, 47, attended Oceana’s 18th Annual SeaChange Summer Party in Laguna Beach, California, on Saturday with her 13-year-old son, Xander Dane Jones, in a rare public outing. The Mad Men star, known for her role as Betty Draper, dazzled in a sleek black midi dress paired with black heels and gold hoop earrings, her blonde hair styled with a chic headband.

[Image: January Jones and Xander on the red carpet. Caption: January Jones, 47, and son Xander, 13, at the Oceana fundraiser in Laguna Beach.]

Xander, towering over his mother, opted for a summer-ready look: an off-white button-down shirt, matching pants, and black Adidas sneakers. The teenager’s father remains a mystery, as Jones has long kept his identity private. In a 2013 New York Times interview, she stated, “That’s my son’s business. It’s not the public’s business.”

[Image: January Jones speaking at the event. Caption: Jones has never publicly revealed Xander’s father’s identity.]

The actress emphasized in a 2017 Red magazine interview that Xander is surrounded by positive male influences, including neighbors and her father. “He doesn’t have a male person saying, ‘Don’t cry’ or ‘You throw like a girl,’” she said. Jones, who previously dated Ashton Kutcher, added she feels no pressure to find a partner: “I just don’t feel I need one. Someone would have to contribute to my happiness, not take away from it.”

[Image: Jones smiling on the red carpet. Caption: The actress accessorized with gold hoops and a headband.]

Hosted by Law & Order star Sam Waterston, the Oceana event raised over $1.7 million for ocean conservation. Jones, a longtime Oceana supporter, shared on Instagram: “Sharks are my second favorite animal. They’re essential to our oceans, but under threat. Join me in supporting Oceana’s mission.”

[Image: Xander in his summer outfit. Caption: Xander wore an off-white ensemble with black sneakers.]

The fundraiser highlighted Jones’ commitment to environmental causes, while offering a glimpse into her life as a mother. Despite Hollywood’s curiosity about her personal life, she continues to prioritize privacy and purpose.

[Image: Jones at the event. Caption: The fundraiser aimed to protect marine life and raise awareness.]

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