Jennifer Aniston recently opened up about her boyfriend Jim Curtis, shedding light on his unique talents and the depth of their connection. After officially sharing their relationship on Instagram earlier this month, the 56-year-old actress described Curtis as more than just a hypnotist, emphasizing the compassionate work he does.
“Hypnotism is one of the many things that he does,”
Aniston told Elle during her feature for ELLE’s 2025 Women in Hollywood portfolio.
She affectionately referred to Curtis as “my love” during a birthday tribute on social media, appreciating his extraordinary nature. “He’s quite extraordinary,” Aniston said, adding further insight into his character.
“And helps many, many people. He’s very special, very normal, and very kind, and wants to help people heal, move through their trauma and stagnation into clarity,”
she explained.
“It’s a beautiful thing to commit your life to.”
This marks Aniston’s first public relationship since her 2018 divorce from Justin Theroux. Earlier signs of their romance were subtly teased with a “soft launch” on Instagram back in August, and a photo taken from behind Curtis was shared amid dating rumors in May.
Reflecting on the Loss of Matthew Perry and Its Impact
In the same interview, Aniston expressed her feelings about the tragic passing of her Friends co-star Matthew Perry, which deeply affected the cast and fans alike. She described the experience as
“so alarming and shocking, yet not shocking.”
“[The Friends cast and I] always said, ‘I hope I never get that phone call.’ We miss him. He’s missed,”
Aniston continued.
“He was a brilliant human being and an extraordinary talent, loved deeply, and wanted happiness more than anything. It makes me sad that he never really achieved that, because he deserved it.”
Perry had struggled with depression and anxiety and was undergoing ketamine infusion therapy before his death at age 54 in October 2023. Unfortunately, he began using ketamine outside of medical supervision, obtaining it illegally. He was found unresponsive in a hot tub at his Los Angeles home.
In December 2023, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed that Perry died from the acute effects of ketamine.
The Importance of Healing and Moving Forward
Jennifer Aniston’s revelations about Jim Curtis highlight a relationship grounded in healing and support, reflecting values that have become even more poignant following the loss of a close friend and colleague. Curtis’s dedication to helping others navigate trauma resonates with Aniston’s own journey, marking a meaningful chapter in her personal life.
The public acknowledgment of their relationship also represents a cautious yet sincere step forward for Aniston, who has faced significant emotional challenges in recent years. Meanwhile, remembrance of Matthew Perry serves as a sobering reminder of struggles around mental health and addiction, underscoring the importance of compassion and care within the Hollywood community and beyond.
