Jennifer Aniston's Ex-Husband Reacts to Her Relationship with Jim Curtis

The "Murder Mystery" actress has confirmed her new relationship on social media and drew unexpected attention when her ex-husband engaged with the post.

In a move that set social media ablaze, Jennifer Aniston confirmed her relationship with author and hypnotherapist Jim Curtis through a tender Instagram post on November 2, 2025.

The photo — a moody black-and-white snapshot — showed Aniston wrapped around Curtis from behind, smiling softly as the glow of city lights flooded through the window before them. "Happy birthday my love Cherished ❤️," she wrote.

This was the "Friends" star's first public acknowledgment of the relationship, and netizens wasted no time making their feelings known.

Fans Erupt over Soft-Launch Surprise

The post racked up over one million likes, with thousands of comments flooding in, many overflowing with emotion.

"What a Lucky [sic] man!" one stunned follower wrote. "You are GLOWING! you go girl, you have us cheering for you forever n always [sic]. 🤍" another gushed. "Couldn't be happier for you two. My heart is exploding ❤️," someone else said.

The excitement only escalated from there, with another supporter breathlessly exclaiming, "OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG😍😍😍😍 FINALLY!!!!!! We have been waiting for this moment for a long time [sic]!!! 😫😫❤️."

But even in a tidal wave of love, not everyone was convinced. "mmm Jen doesn't look in love at all, she barely looks like she's in love," one skeptic remarked. Another ominously warned, "Another flop… just wait!"

An Unexpected Gesture from Her Famous Ex

Yet amid the frenzy, a quiet digital nod caught the internet's eagle eye — Justin Theroux, Aniston's ex-husband, liked the post. It was a subtle but unmistakable gesture that reignited curiosity around the dynamics of their relationship nowadays.

In a 2021 Esquire interview, Theroux spoke candidly about their bond, "I would say we've remained friends...We don't talk every day, but we call each other. We FaceTime. We text."

He emphasized that their separation was not dramatic and that they continued to bring joy to each other's lives. He also noted that Aniston's humor remains an important part of their connection, and that staying in contact felt personally significant to him.

Maintaining Respect After the Split

Theroux and Aniston announced their separation in February 2018 after two and a half years of marriage, describing the decision as "mutual and lovingly made" in a joint statement to the Associated Press.

The statement read, "Normally we would do this privately, but given that the gossip industry cannot resist an opportunity to speculate and invent, we wanted to convey the truth directly."

They emphasized that any reporting not coming directly from them should be considered inaccurate or speculative. The couple also made it clear that, despite ending their marriage, they remained committed to treating each other with respect and maintaining a strong, caring bond.

The statement ended with a heartfelt affirmation of their enduring bond — two best friends choosing to part ways as a couple, yet committed to continuing their "cherished friendship."

A Relationship Rooted in Shared Values

Speculation over Aniston and Curtis's relationship dates back to July 2025, when People reported they were "casually dating and having fun," noting they already followed each other on Instagram.

According to insiders, the couple met through a mutual friend, and Aniston had already admired Curtis’s work — particularly his co-authored self-help book "Shift," which speaks to themes of wellness, reflection, and personal growth. A perfect match for Aniston, who's long been vocal about her spiritual and mental well-being.

A source close to the star shared that she was "in a very good place right now — grounded, fulfilled and very happy."

Despite the frenzy, Aniston — now 56 — continues to guard her personal life closely. In a recent interview, she admitted that stepping away from the spotlight isn't easy. She described herself as "a bit of a workaholic" who is making an effort to travel and take time off.

Just weeks before publicly confirming the romance, Aniston had already sparked speculation about Curtis with a subtle Instagram post that left fans buzzing. It may have been the steamiest celebrity soft launch of the year — and she didn’t say a word.

On September 7, Aniston dropped a seemingly innocent collection of sun-drenched summer memories on Instagram. The actress shared 18 photos, recapping her summer with friends, pets, and personal moments.

The brief but heartfelt caption read, "Thank you summer." But it was slide 17 — a moody photo showing the back of a man's head against a beachside sunset — that set the internet on fire. No tag. No context. Just a photo that felt pointed and possibly romantic.

'You Think We Wouldn't Notice?' Fans Catch the Untagged Clue

The comments section exploded within minutes. Forget the hair transformation or the post-workout mat moment — it was the man who had everyone talking.

"The soft launch 👀," one fan commented, while another wrote, "You think we wouldn't notice photo number 17??? ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️" A third fan exclaimed, "OMG YOU MADE MY SUNDAY MUCH BETTER NOW."

Other followers were equally excited about the romantic glimpse. "Pic 17 is looking spicy 🥵 👏," one person noted, while another lauded the actress, saying, "Thank you for sharing real photos! 😍"

One fan particularly appreciated Aniston's authenticity, commenting, "The thing I love about this woman is she's so like normal ❤️."