Who is Dave Courtney’s wife, JennyBean?
DAVE Courtney turned a life of crime into one of creativity, going on to publish books and make movies.
Following the news that the former London mobster has passed away, we take a look at his elusive wife JennyBean.
Who was Dave Courtney?
David John Courtney, born on February 17, 1959, in Bermondsey, London, was a self-proclaimed former gangster.
The ex-criminal swapped his life of crime to become a recognised author and celebrity.
Courtney shared tales of his past with readers — from being shot to having to kill in order to stay alive.
During his career, Courtney published six books and starred in his own film titled Hell To Pay.
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He also made a living from appearing in numerous television documentaries, speaking about his criminal past and associates, and also acting in movies.
Dave claimed to have links with many notorious gangsters such as Reggie Kray and Lenny McLean — and is best known for organising security at Kray's funeral in 1995.
Courtney has made claims that he has spent time in Belmarsh Prison as a high security prisoner.
These claims were backed up by ex-prison guard Jim Dawkins in his book The Loose Screw.
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Courtney had a few close shaves when it comes to serving time — in 2009 the former gangster avoided jail time after being charged with two firearm offences.
However, former members of the Richardson gang, Bernard O'Mahoney and Frankie Fraser, have accused Courtney of fabricating and embellishing his past criminal record - which Courtney has denied.
Who is Dave Courtney's wife, JennyBean?
Courtney was married to Jennifer Lucrea Pinto, known as JennyBean.
The couple reportedly met in a nightclub in 1989 but she didn't initially know about his criminal life.
Dave has kept personal information about his marriage close to his chest and never talked about it in the media, however their relationship ended in 2004.
The break-up occurred when Dave was accused of beating her during a row over her then lesbian lover.
He told a trial at Inner London Crown Court that he was in a three-way sexual relationship with Pinto and a second woman.
Dave also told police the woman had been a "wedding present" from his wife.
reported Pinto claimed to be treated like a slave.
He was cleared of all charges in 2012.
What does JennyBean do for a living?
JennyBean is a rapper, and released the song Who Is He? in 1995.
However, not much else is known about her career.
Did Dave Courtney and JennyBean have any children together?
At the time of Dave's trial over his confrontation with his wife in 2012, JennyBean was described as a mum of three, according to the Express.
She had a son, called Genson, who was Dave's stepson.
Sadly Genson, who took his stepfather's surname of Courtney, was gunned down on July 3, 2011.
Jennifer's brother David Pinto was convicted of murdering his nephew in 2013.
Dave often mentioned his daughters Courtney and Lillie in his Instagram posts.
In March 2023 Dave posted: "Very proud of my daughter @lillie.elizaa for completing her next level of training with the British Army.! Can’t wait to see what you get up too next.!"
Courtney Courtney, who is a musician and songwriter, has released tracks Mum's Car and Overthinking.
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In September 2023, Dave congratulated Courtney on a big win posting online: "Congratulations to my @c.courtsx on winning best newcomer at The Boisdale Music awards 2023 last night I couldn't be prouder."
Dave, who died on October 21, 2023, often posted pics of himself with his mum on his Instagram account.