Jack Ponti has sadly passed away at the age of 66.
— BonJoviTalk (@BonJoviTalk) October 9, 2024
Jack was the guy who put Jon in the band 'The Rest' and was a songwriter and producer for many other rock bands after this band folded.
'Shot Through the Heart' from the album 'Bon Jovi' is co-written with Jack Ponti too! pic.twitter.com/DOsGqCVT3f