Jennifer Aniston’s boyfriend, Jim Curtis, opened up about the beginning of their romance during a January 26, 2026 appearance on the ‘Today’ show, revealing that they were introduced by friends and that their relationship developed gradually over several months, now nearing a year.
Curtis, a 50-year-old hypnotherapist and health expert, shared these details while promoting his new book, ‘The Book of Possibility.’ On the show, hosted by Craig Melvin, Curtis explained that he and Aniston discovered they had mutual friends, which led to initial conversations. ‘We were just introduced by friends,’ he said. ‘That’s it. We found out that we had mutual friends and we started to just chat.’
Their chats did not immediately blossom into a relationship. Curtis emphasized that ‘it took a long time,’ as they continued talking and gradually became closer. He described the process as natural and unhurried, highlighting the friendship foundation before romance.
When pressed for a timeline, Curtis remained somewhat vague but indicated that they have been together for ‘months now, almost close to a year.’ This aligns with public sightings of the couple, which began in July 2025 during a vacation in Mallorca, Spain, with friends like Jason Bateman and Amy Schumer.
The couple made their relationship Instagram-official in November 2025, when Aniston posted a birthday tribute to Curtis, calling him ‘my love’ and ‘cherished.’ Curtis reciprocated with affectionate posts, and Aniston later praised him in an Elle interview as ‘very special, very normal and very kind.’
Sources close to Aniston have expressed that she is ‘very happy and comfortable’ with Curtis, noting that he makes her ‘everyday life better.’ This marks a significant chapter for Aniston, who has been married twice before to actors Brad Pitt and Justin Theroux. Interestingly, Theroux has shown support by liking their Instagram posts, indicating amicable relations.
Curtis, who is divorced and has a teenage son, has integrated into Aniston’s life, attending events together and receiving positive feedback from her inner circle. His background in hypnotherapy and wellness complements Aniston’s focus on health and fitness, as she often shares tips from her personal trainer.
Looking ahead, the couple appears to be in a stable and supportive relationship, with both individuals enjoying their time together and planning for the future. Aniston’s fans and the public have welcomed this development, seeing it as a positive step in her personal journey after past high-profile relationships.
