All About Jim Curtis, Jennifer Aniston's Rumored Boyfriend
While neither has commented publicly on the nature of their relationship, the pair's recent travel and online interactions have fueled dating speculation. Below, everything to know about Curtis.
Curtis refers to himself as a 'wellness pioneer, author, and coach,' on his official website. His approach blends subconscious work, mindfulness, and spiritual coaching to help people 'break free from their past to create an entirely new, empowered reality.'
Curtis's background includes roles at WebMD and Everyday Health. He now works as a transformational coach and speaker, offering services he calls 'hypno-realizations.'
Curtis's focus on healing is personal. At 22 years old, he was diagnosed with lesions on his spinal cord, which led to years of chronic pain, muscle spasms, and mobility issues. 'It was unknown how they started, but I very rapidly became ill and soon had trouble walking,' he said in a 2018 interview with Fast Company.
'My own illness and disability forced me to confront the limited beliefs, disconnection, and trauma that were keeping me sad, sick, and alone,' Curtis writes on his website. 'Through many powerful tools, including hypno-realization, I not only transformed my physical health, depression, and relationships, but I've also helped thousands of others break free to create an entirely new reality full of connection, community, and love.'
Curtis has written two books: The Stimulati Experience (2017), which outlines nine principles for overcoming pain and setbacks, and Shift: Quantum Manifestation Guide (2024), co-authored with Sara Hadir.
In May 2025, Aniston shared a photo of one of Curtis's books in an Instagram carousel, tagging him in the post.
Curtis has cultivated a strong online presence, posting manifestation exercises and motivational videos for over 550,000 followers. His content regularly covers themes like emotional resilience, moving on from heartbreak, and building self-worth. Some of his past clients include Miranda Kerr and Julianne Hough.
Curtis and Aniston were first spotted together at the luxury resort Ventana Big Sur in California. A source told Page Six they appeared 'cuddled up' while dining at the hotel's restaurant.
In July, they were photographed again in Mallorca, alongside Aniston's longtime friends Jason Bateman and his wife, Amanda Anka. Photos published by Daily Mail showed Aniston introducing Curtis to the couple before they boarded a yacht.
More photos published by the Daily Mail a few days later showed Aniston and Curtis getting affectionate aboard the vessel, holding hands and leaning in towards one another. In one image, Curtis touches the actresses's hair in a sweet gesture.
While the Mallorca trip brought their rumored romance into the public eye, Aniston and Curtis may have connected before. According to Daily Mail, Aniston has followed Curtis on Instagram for nearly two years and has liked numerous posts on topics such as healing, affirmations, and relationships.
In April, she told Travel + Leisure that she'd recently begun using hypnosis to overcome her fear of flying, though she didn't mention Curtis by name. 'But I have been doing some hypnosis lately... it's shockingly good!' she said.
Beyond coaching, Curtis is the co-founder of UFACTORY, a branding firm that helps creators and entrepreneurs grow their digital identities. The company's mission, per its website, is to build 'creator, entrepreneur, and CEO personas that attract loyal fandoms and supercharge revenue opportunities.'
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Moriel is the editorial and social media assistant at ELLE.com, covering celebrity, culture, and fashion. She previously wrote for The Daily Front Row. When she's off work, you can find her with her nose in a book, taking a dance class, or online shopping.
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