Melina Gallo is John Rzeznik's wife

June 17, 2024

Definitely, not his first love and marriage, producer, songwriter, musician, and frontman of Goo Goo Dolls John Rzeznik has found a life with Melina Gallo–his long-term girlfriend and at this time, wife. For being a celebrity wife, Gallo has drawn attention to herself even though she keeps many details about her under the hat. However, a great deal of facts has been gathered about her.

These details include how she has been of help to her husband and his bad habits and how she is the mother of John’s only child.

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All You Need To Know About Melina Gallo

1. How Old Is She?

Owing to the fact that she maintains privacy in her life, her exact age has not been confirmed. But she is an Argentinean who was born in Staten Island, New York. Many sites report that she was born sometime in 1976 or thereabout. If this is true or close to the truth, Melina would be in her late 40s.

Nevertheless, she is married to John Rzeznik who was born on December 5, 1965, in Buffalo, New York. He is currently 58 years old.

Despite the uncertainty of John Rzeznik’s age, it is common knowledge that he is about 10 years older than Melina Gallo.

2. She Is Not The First Wife of Rzeznik

Rzeznik was previously married to former model Laurie Farinacci in 1993 but divorced in 2003. He then started dating Gallo in 2005 and settled for marriage in 2013 in an intimate ceremony in Calamigos, Malibu, California.

The model was the only known woman Rzeznik dated, married, and divorced, before marrying Gallo.

3. The Life And Music Career Of Her Husband–John Rzeznik

He was born John Joseph Theodore Rzeznik as the youngest of the five children of his musician parents.

Although he’s been actively involved in music earlier, it was not until he was 20 in 1985 that he became the founding member of a rock music group called Goo Goo Dolls. The band has been signed to different labels since its inception–from Metal Blade to Warner, and Warner Bros.

In his music career, Johnny has enjoyed a huge recognition as an individual, and as the frontman of Goo Goo Dolls. He also has written many songs including the ‘Iris’ soundtrack in the ‘City of Angels’ movie, a song that changed the career of his band. For movies, he is also responsible for writing and performing ‘Always Know Where You Are’ and I’m Still Here’ for Disney film ‘Treasure Planet’.

4. She Is The Mother Of Rzeznik’s Only Child

Three years after tying the knot, the couple welcomed their first child, a daughter, Liliana in 2016. A lot of times, Rzeznik has shared pictures of his daughter on social media. In one of his posts on Instagram, he described his daughter as the girl who “has stolen his heart”.

5. Melina Gallo Has Helped Her Husband Recover From Heavy Drinking

When he discovered he had heavy drinking, Rzeznik had to resort to helping himself quit. Other than seeking to get help only in rehab, his wife Gallo and other family members helped to see him conquer his addiction.

According to a post by Married Biography, Rzeznik is currently sober and has a sobriety calculator app on his phone. In addition, he and his wife do not keep alcohol at home; and even when they have a party, John and his wife make sure their guests leave with the remaining alcohol.

6. She Can Be Confused With Singer Melina Gallo

Even though she has an affiliation with a singer, Melina is in no way a singer–not in any way we’re aware of. However, a Youtuber with the same name is known for making music covers. Among the many cover songs, she made include ‘Summertime’. Although she is still an upcoming artist, the Youtuber enjoys more than 12,000 views on her platform.

7. She Sometimes Goes On Tour With Her Husband

There’s always room for Rzeznik’s family to join Goo Goo Doll’s tour if they wanted. Melina, she has joined the band on a tour a couple of times with her daughter, Liliana.

Her daughter also enjoys most things that come with the tour, including sharing the stage with her father.

8. John Rzeznik Is An Inductee Of ‘Songwriters Hall Of Fame’

Her husband has proven a talented songwriter and singer. His works have not gone unnoticed as has been awarded a great number of times. Among the many accolades received by him include the Hal David Starlight Award and was also inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.

9. She Is Attached To Her Family

Melina revealed in an interview that she is so attached to her daughter and husband. She also said her husband has taken it upon himself to be a better person. He wants to ensure that every action he takes would be for the good of his daughter.

10. Melina Gallo Invests Her Time in Volunteer Works at Local Food Banks

Indeed the entire Gallo-Rzeznik has a knack for giving back to society. Melina took up volunteering at local food banks to help people suffering from hunger.

Living in New Jersey, the celebrity wife spends most of her spare time and holiday period volunteering at these local food banks.

One such service was when she helped raise funds to help fight against hunger and also raise money for the New Jersey community food bank. An example of this time is when she lent her time and service by being part of a virtual fundraiser on November 29, 2020.

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