Jesy Nelson
Jessica Louise Nelson rose to fame as a member of Little Mix, a best-selling girl group with 5 number one UK singles and 6 albums.
About
Jesy Nelson is an English pop singer and former member of the British girl group Little Mix. She gained fame with her group in 2011, after winning the X-Factor competition. Nelson has since been recognized for her powerful vocals, making her an essential part of the group's success.
Jesy Nelson Timeline
5 Interesting Facts about Jesy Nelson
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First British Female to Reach Number One on Mainstream Charts
Jesy Nelson was the first British female solo artist to reach number one on the mainstream UK singles chart with her debut single "Wings".
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Lived in a Tiny Bedroom in Her Parents Home
Jesy Nelson lived in a tiny bedroom in her parents' home while she was making her way as a pop star. She said that it was filled with clothes, hair extensions and make-up.
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Self-Taught Dancer
Jesy Nelson is a self-taught dancer, learning her moves by watching videos of Beyonce and other pop stars online.
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Appeared in X Factor at 17 Years Old
Jesy Nelson was seventeen when she auditioned for The X Factor in 2011, and went on to become part of Little Mix, the first girl group to win the show.
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Starred in BBC Documentary
Jesy Nelson starred in the documentary Odd One Out, which chronicled her struggles with depression and cyberbullying. The documentary aired on BBC One in 2019.
Frequently Asked Questions
Jesy Nelson is an English singer and songwriter who was born on June 14, 1991 and is currently 32. She is best known for being an original member and lead singer of the award-winning UK girl group Little Mix, with whom she has earned five UK number-one singles and two number-one albums.