Basic Information
| Name | Christopher John Buckner |
|---|---|
| Birth Date | 1989-03-15 |
| Spouse | Deena Nicole Cortese |
| Marriage Date | 2017-10-28 |
| Children | Christopher John ‘CJ’ Buckner; Cameron Theo Buckner |
| Occupation | Entrepreneur and media personality |
| Known For | Co-founder of Mainline.GG, Truss, Cannon Ventures, Come & Take It Apparel; co-host of The FanReact Hour and The META; recurring on Jersey Shore: Family Vacation |
| Net Worth | Not publicly disclosed |
Personal Details
- Full Name: Christopher John Buckner
- Date of Birth: March 15, 1989 (Age 36 as of July 2025)
- Marital Status: Married to Deena Nicole Cortese since October 28, 2017
- Children: Two sons—Christopher John “CJ” Buckner (b. January 5, 2019) and Cameron Theo Buckner (b. May 1, 2021)
- Residence: New Jersey area
Entrepreneurial Career
Christopher John Buckner applies his business expertise across multiple ventures, combining technology, community and media.
| Venture | Role | Focus Area | Founded/Active Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mainline.GG | Co‑Founder & CEO | Esports tournament software | 2016 |
| Truss | Co‑Founder & Board Member | Online-community SaaS | 2018 |
| Cannon Ventures | Co‑Founder | Angel investment network | 2015 |
| Come & Take It Apparel | Co‑Founder | Collegiate‑branded apparel | 2017 |
| The FanReact Hour | Co‑Host | Nationally syndicated radio show | 2014 |
| The META | Co‑Host | Esports television program | 2015 |
| Texas A&M University Alumni | YAAC Chair, Class Agent, Yell Leader | Alumni leadership & awards | 2008–2012 |
Family Overview
| Name | Relation | Date of Birth | Age (July 2025) | Role/Notable Fact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deena Nicole Cortese | Wife | January 12, 1987 | 38 | Reality TV star; net worth ≈ $2 million |
| Christopher John “CJ” Buckner | Son | January 5, 2019 | 6 | Named for his father and grandfather |
| Cameron Theo Buckner | Son | May 1, 2021 | 4 | Second child of Chris and Deena |
| John Cortese (†) | Father‑in‑Law | 1949–2016 | — | Deena’s father; passed from leukemia |
| Joan Cortese | Mother‑in‑Law | — | — | Deena’s mother |
| Joanie Maiorella | Sister‑in‑Law | — | — | Deena’s older sister; appeared on Jersey Shore |
Net Worth
- Christopher John Buckner: Not publicly disclosed; entrepreneurial income varies by venture success.
- Deena Nicole Cortese: Estimated at $2 million from television, endorsements and merchandise.
- Other Family Members: No public net worth figures available.
Recent Highlights
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| January 5, 2019 | Birth of first son, Christopher John “CJ” Buckner |
| May 1, 2021 | Birth of second son, Cameron Theo Buckner |
| June 5, 2022 | Attended MTV Movie & TV Awards: UNSCRIPTED |
| April 2024 | Addressed concerns over CJ’s potential Celiac disease, pausing Family Vacation filming |
| 2018–Present | Recurring appearances on Jersey Shore: Family Vacation |
FAQ
Who is Christopher John Buckner?
He is an entrepreneur and media host best known as the husband of reality star Deena Nicole Cortese.
What businesses has he founded?
He co‑founded Mainline.GG, Truss, Cannon Ventures and Come & Take It Apparel.
Who are his children?
He and Deena have two sons: Christopher John “CJ” (b. January 5, 2019) and Cameron Theo (b. May 1, 2021).
What is Deena Nicole Cortese’s net worth?
Her net worth stands at approximately $2 million from her television career and brand endorsements.
When did Christopher and Deena marry?
They married on October 28, 2017, after dating for several years.
References
| Source | Description |
|---|---|
| https://jerseyshore.fandom.com/wiki/Chris_Buckner | Jersey Shore Wiki entry profiling Chris Buckner, detailing his relationship to Deena Cortese and reality TV appearances. |
| https://www.famousbirthdays.com/people/christopher-buckner.html | Famous Birthdays page listing Christopher John Buckner’s birthdate and basic biographical details. |
| https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deena_Nicole_Cortese | Wikipedia article on Deena Nicole Cortese, covering her career on Jersey Shore and personal background. |
| https://www.aggienetwork.com/ag/73dd717e054d/ | Aggie Network profile of Christopher J. “Chris” Buckner ’07, summarizing his education and alumni activities at Texas A&M. |
| https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-celebrities/deena-nicole-cortese-net-worth/ | Celebrity Net Worth estimate placing Deena Cortese’s net worth at approximately $2 million. |
| https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/concerned-over-sons-health-deena-010021882.html | Yahoo News report on Deena and Chris Buckner’s concern over their son CJ potentially having Celiac disease. |
| https://www.instagram.com/p/BsRlkxRBZQP/?hl=en | Instagram post by Deena Cortese announcing the birth of their first son, Christopher John “CJ” Buckner. |
| https://people.com/parents/jersey-shore-deena-cortese-welcomes-second-baby-son-cameron/ | People.com article announcing the birth of their second son, Cameron Theo Buckner. |
| https://www.gettyimages.com/detail/news-photo/in-this-image-released-on-june-5-christopher-john-buckner-news-photo/1401225285 | Getty Images photograph capturing Christopher John Buckner at the 2022 MTV Movie & TV Awards: UNSCRIPTED. |
