History of Jesy Nelson in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: November 2, 2024

Jessica Louise Nelson is an English singer who gained fame as a member of the girl group Little Mix. The group was formed in 2011 during the eighth series of The X Factor, a British singing competition show. With Little Mix, Nelson achieved commercial success, including seventeen top-ten singles and five number-one singles on the UK Singles Chart. This makes them one of the most successful girl groups in UK chart history.

June 1991: Birth and Family Background

Jesy Nelson was born in June 1991 in Romford, East London, to John and Janis Nelson. She is the second youngest of four children.

June 1991: Birth of Jesy Nelson

Jesy Nelson was born in June 1991.

2002: Extra in "About a Boy"

Jesy Nelson appeared as an extra in the film "About a Boy" in 2002.

2005: Extra in "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire"

Jesy Nelson appeared as an extra in "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire" in 2005.

October 2011: Little Mix Name Change

In October 2011, the group Rhythmix officially changed their name to Little Mix.

December 2011: Little Mix Wins X Factor

Little Mix won the eighth series of The X Factor UK in December 2011.

2011: Little Mix Formation and X Factor

In 2011, Jesy Nelson rose to prominence as a member of the girl group Little Mix, formed during the eighth series of The X Factor.

2012: Relationship with Jordan Banjo

Jesy Nelson dated Jordan Banjo in 2012.

2012: Release of "DNA"

Little Mix released their debut album, "DNA", in 2012.

2013: Suicide Attempt

Jesy Nelson attempted suicide in 2013 due to online bullying and trolling.

2013: Release of "Salute"

Little Mix released their second album, "Salute", in 2013.

2014: Relationship with Jake Roche Begins

Jesy Nelson began dating Jake Roche in 2014.

July 2015: Engagement to Jake Roche

Jesy Nelson got engaged to Jake Roche in July 2015.

2015: Release of "Get Weird"

Little Mix released their third album, "Get Weird", in 2015.

November 2016: Breakup with Jake Roche

Jesy Nelson and Jake Roche broke up in November 2016.

2016: Release of "Glory Days"

Little Mix released their fourth album, "Glory Days", in 2016.

2017: Relationship with Chris Clark

Jesy Nelson had a brief relationship with Chris Clark in 2017.

June 2018: Dreadlocks Controversy

In June 2018, Jesy Nelson faced criticism and accusations of cultural appropriation for wearing dreadlocks.

November 2018: Breakup with Harry James

Jesy Nelson and Harry James ended their relationship in November 2018.

2018: Release of "LM5"

Little Mix released their fifth album, "LM5", in 2018.

January 2019: Relationship with Chris Hughes Begins

Jesy Nelson started dating Chris Hughes in January 2019.

2019: Jesy Nelson Addresses Body Image and Online Bullying

In 2019, Jesy Nelson publicly discussed her struggles with body image and the negative impact of online bullying on her mental health.

2019: Release of "Odd One Out" Documentary

In 2019, Jesy Nelson released a documentary, "Odd One Out", about her struggles with body image, mental health, and online bullying.

2019: "Odd One Out" Documentary Success and Award

In 2019, Jesy Nelson's documentary "Odd One Out" achieved success and won a Factual Entertainment Award.

April 2020: Breakup with Chris Hughes

Jesy Nelson and Chris Hughes split up in April 2020.

November 2020: Extended Break from Little Mix

In November 2020, Jesy Nelson took an extended break from Little Mix for medical reasons.

December 2020: Departure from Little Mix

Jesy Nelson announced her departure from Little Mix in December 2020, citing mental health reasons.

December 2020: Jesy Nelson Leaves Little Mix

On December 14, 2020, Jesy Nelson announced her departure from Little Mix. Citing the toll on her mental well-being, she explained that the constant pressure and expectations of being in a girl group had become too difficult to bear.

2020: Jesy Nelson Discusses Impact of Body Shaming on Family Plans

In 2020, Jesy Nelson opened up about the impact of body shaming on her decision regarding starting a family. She expressed that the online negativity significantly affected her mental health and her prospects of having children.

2020: Early Acting Roles Revealed

In 2020, Jesy Nelson revealed she had uncredited roles in the films "About a Boy" (2002) and "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire" (2005).

2020: Departure from Little Mix

Jesy Nelson departed from Little Mix in 2020.

2020: Release of "Confetti"

Little Mix released their sixth album, "Confetti", in 2020.

May 2021: Signing with Polydor Records

Jesy Nelson signed a record deal with Polydor Records in May 2021.

May 2021: Blackfishing Accusations

Jesy Nelson was accused of blackfishing in May 2021.

August 2021: Jesy Nelson Opens Up About X Factor Experience and Mental Health Struggles

In August 2021, Jesy Nelson discussed her time on The X Factor, criticizing the show's lack of support for contestants facing online trolling. She revealed her struggles with an eating disorder and panic attacks stemming from extreme dieting during her time with Little Mix.

August 2021: Jesy Nelson Advocates for Mental Health Support on The X Factor

In August 2021, Jesy Nelson revealed the extent of online trolling she endured since her first appearance on The X Factor. While acknowledging the support she received from Little Mix, she emphasized the need for The X Factor to provide therapists or psychologists for contestants alongside the coaches. She also shared her diagnosis of an eating disorder.