Jesy Nelson | |
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_(cropped).jpg) Nelson in 2017 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Jessica Louise Nelson |
| Born | 14 June 1991 Romford, London, England |
| Genres | |
| Occupation(s) | Singer |
| Discography | |
| Years active | 2011–present |
| Labels | |
| Formerly of | Little Mix |
| Website | jesynelsonofficial |
Jessica Louise Nelson (born 14 June 1991) is an English singer. She rose to prominence as a member of the girl group Little Mix, which was formed during the eighth series of The X Factor in 2011. As part of Little Mix, Nelson achieved seventeen top-ten hits and five number-one singles on the UK Singles Chart.
In 2019, Nelson released her documentary titled Jesy Nelson: Odd One Out, which was focused around her struggles with body image, mental health and online bullying. It won Factual Entertainment Award at the 25th National Television Awards and also a Visionary Honour Award for Documentary of the Year. Both her private and personal life has received media attention in the UK, including her departure from Little Mix. In October 2021, she released her debut single "Boyz", featuring rapper Nicki Minaj, which received negative reviews but debuted at number four on the UK Singles Chart. In April 2023, she released her follow-up single "Bad Thing".