Jack Deveraux abandoned his political ambitions and became controlling owner of The Spectator, Salem's local newspaper. This was where he first became involved with college intern Jennifer Horton. Jennifer was involved with Emilio Ramirez but the more she demanded the truth from Jack and called him on the wrongs he committed, the more he secretly fell for her.
When Jennifer wanted to help a jail-bound woman named Sally, whose baby daughter was going to go into foster care. Jack concocted the idea of a fake marriage so they could take care of the baby. It didn't work out as planned but Jennifer ended up taking care of the baby for a while, and Jack's interactions with her endeared him to Jennifer along with his mission to help Steve and Kayla. They ultimately fell in love. Many other complications ensued including the return of Emilio along with mysteries and adventures, but Jack and Jennifer finally married. They later had children Abigail and Jack Jr. Jack (supposedly died again) a hero saving his daughter's life.
Update: Jack is back & alive again & reunited with Jennifer & his family.
IMPACT:
Jack and Jennifer are considered to be the last true successful "Supercouple" from DAYS OF OUR LIVES. Their story was unique in the sense that there was a tragic but comedic element at the forefront. Jack was tormented by his past (the rape of Kayla along with learning he was really Steve and Adrienne's long lost brother) but was inspired to be a better man thanks to Jennifer. We watched them match wits, and it was fun.
The couple won Soap Opera Digest Awards as Favorite Supercouple in 1991, and then Best Wedding and Best Love Story in 1992. Days Best Supercouple Of All -Time Soap Opera Update as well. (1991)
When DAYS OF OUR LIVES "re-booted" the show in 2011, they brought Melissa Reeves and Matthew Ashford on to the canvas once again to play out the Jack and Jennifer story. The fact that the show has continued to bring Ashford back (despite always firing him later) is a testament to the power and impact of the original Jack and Jennifer love story.- We Love Soaps
“Many fans had Days parties. When Jack and Jennifer were married in the summer of 1991, many fans made the pilgrimage to Universal Studios in Hollywood to watch the nuptials; many more hosted "wedding parties” in their homes. Fans reported elaborate wedding parties, complete with Jack and Jennifer story line-related party favors: a fire truck, Ken and Barbie as fireman and bride, miniature cruise ships, shell rings and snow people.“ - Maureen Russell’s book Days of our Lives
Jack&Jennifer crossover to mainstream media with their love song only heard on Days.
There were fans calling in all the time wanting know where to find the song.