Why are Jimmy and Jessica not friends? 'Love is Blind' star accused of throwing fellow contestant under the bus

Jimmy and Jess created a bond on the show, which only lasted a few days until Jimmy chose Chelsea
PUBLISHED MAR 14, 2024
Jessica Vestal and Jimmy Presnell are not friends (@netflix)
Jessica Vestal and Jimmy Presnell are not friends (@netflix)

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA: During the 'Love is Blind' Season 6 reunion, Jess stated that she and Jimmy aren't friends, given the events that transpired between them on the show.

She expressed that she would only consider them acquaintances and wasn't sure if they would ever be able to call each other friends. And rightfully so, fans of the show are aware that their relationship hasn't been amicable either. Jimmy even referred to Jess as a "mean girl" at some point due to their contentious final date in the pods.

During the reunion, Jess pointed out that she has consistently spoken highly of Jimmy, whereas Jimmy has consistently criticized her in all their interactions since the show ended.

"I have participated in numerous interviews, and I've consistently spoken highly of you, our shared experience, and how grateful I am to have had it with you. It seemed like you seized the first opportunity to attempt to undermine me."

However, Jess shared that they had reconciled, acknowledging the mutual understanding that their relationship wouldn't work out. They decided to accept this fact and move forward.

She mentioned they were now in a good place, suggesting they had moved past their differences and were on friendly terms despite not being friends.

"We had made peace and we both came to the agreement we knew it would never work, and we left it there. We're in a good place," she said to E News. 

Why did Jessica Vestal and Jimmy Presnell split?

Jessica Vestal is the only single mother to have appeared on the show (Netflix)
Jessica Vestal was rejected on the show (Netflix)

In 'Love Is Blind' Season 6, Jess and Jimmy initially forged a strong connection in the pods. However, their relationship started to unravel when Jimmy began exploring connections with other contestants, leaving Jessica heartbroken.

The turning point arrived when Jimmy confessed his love to Chelsea Blackwell. This revelation prompted Jess to realize that their relationship was not progressing as she had hoped.

In an episode of the Netflix show, Jess confronted Jimmy about his confession to Chelsea, expressing her disappointment and feeling that he had let her down.

She expressed frustration, saying, "I've made excuses for you and I've tried to be patient, but now we're out of time and I'm leaving here alone. That's not how it was supposed to end. I deserved more from you." 

Who is Jessica Vestal dating now?

Jessica Vestal describes her 'super specific type' of partner (Instagram/@jess.ves)
Jessica Vestal kept silent on dating rumors (Instagram/@jess.ves)

Jess remained tight-lipped about her current relationship status but explained that she couldn't reveal her partner's name because she was still figuring things out. She expressed that she had learned to keep information about her personal life private, saying, "I’ve learned to hold my cards closer to my chest with stuff like that." 

However, Jess was recently rumored to be dating Harry Jowsey after the duo was reportedly seen swimming together. Their romance rumors circulated on the internet, sparked by a viral photo showing Harry seemingly trying to pick Jess up in the water.

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