Jennifer Aniston interviews Jim Curtis as he reveals ‘shameful’ medical condition at book launch

Jennifer Aniston and her boyfriend, Jim Curtis, shared a surprisingly personal moment during his recent book launch in New York City.

On Wednesday, September 2, the couple appeared together at the 92nd Street Y, where Aniston interviewed Curtis on stage to celebrate the upcoming release of his new book, The Book of Possibility. The event offered fans a rare glimpse into their relationship while also allowing Curtis to open up about a difficult chapter of his life. (Daily Jang⁠)

During the roughly 30-minute conversation, Aniston asked Curtis about his journey toward wellness and self-help. The discussion eventually turned deeply personal when Curtis spoke about serious health problems he experienced when he was in his 20s.

Curtis revealed that lesions on his spinal cord caused partial paralysis and chronic nerve damage. He recalled being frightened after learning about his condition and said that he was unable to move for a period of time. (The News International⁠)

The transformational coach also admitted that he once felt ashamed of his medical condition. Because he has walked with a limp since he was young, people would sometimes ask him what had happened. Instead of explaining his diagnosis, Curtis said he would tell them that he had been in a motorcycle accident.

For Curtis, that explanation felt easier to accept because he associated a motorcycle accident with being “macho” and strong. His medical condition, meanwhile, made him feel vulnerable and worried that something was wrong with him.

His perspective eventually changed as he learned the importance of self-love and acceptance. Curtis explained that people do not have to see themselves as victims of their circumstances and can instead find strength in accepting what they have experienced.

The candid conversation also included plenty of lighter moments. Aniston teased Curtis about how often he had asked her whether a particular photo was good enough for his book cover. Curtis joked with the audience about how many people had actually come to see him rather than the Friends star.

After their conversation, Aniston left the stage while Curtis led the audience through a guided meditation.

The Book of Possibility is scheduled for release on September 8, 2026. For Curtis, the event was more than a book launch. It became an opportunity to discuss vulnerability, self-acceptance and overcoming the shame he once carried about his health.

Meanwhile, Aniston’s decision to interview her boyfriend publicly marked another notable moment in their increasingly visible relationship. (Daily Jang⁠)