Jennifer Aniston has taken a big step forward in her personal life. The 56-year-old actress posted a black-and-white photo on Instagram on November 2, 2025, embracing Jim Curtis from behind and captioning it: “Happy birthday my love. Cherished.” The post-tag confirmed what many outlets had already suspected: Aniston and Curtis are officially a couple.
So, who is Jim Curtis? He is a hypnotherapist, transformational coach and author with over 20 years in the wellness industry. On his website he says his mission is to help people “step into the fullest version of themselves” after his own journey through chronic illness.
The pair reportedly met through mutual friends in early 2025 and spent time together in places such as Mallorca, Spain, during the Fourth of July weekend. Sources tell PEOPLE that they started out as friends before the relationship turned romantic. Close friends of Aniston describe the connection as “very zen” and refreshing, noting Curtis’s calm energy and how she appears “grounded, fulfilled and very happy.”
An insider revealed that Aniston, who has generally kept her personal life quiet since her 2018 split from Justin Theroux, describes Curtis as “different from anyone she’s dated before.” His work in wellness and his support of her ambitions are part of what makes their connection strong.
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The Instagram post drew attention not only from fans but also from Aniston’s ex-husband. Theroux liked the photo, which many interpreted as a sign of approval and amicable relations behind the scenes.
At this stage, the relationship appears to be moving forward quietly but with purpose. Whether or not Aniston and Curtis will make further public appearances together, the birthday post serves as a clear public acknowledgment that this chapter in her life is important to her.
