Ronnie Van Zant
| Born | January 15, 1948 |
| Hometown | Jacksonville, Florida, United States |
| Net worth | $2 million |
| Height | 5'11" (1.80m) |
| Spouse | Judy Van Zant Jenness, Nadine Inscoe |
| Children | Melody Van Zant |
| Parents | Lacy Van Zant, Marion Virginia Van Zant, Lacy Austin |
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