Shivangi Sinha
The romantic relationships of the cast members on Hulu’s ‘Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ have consistently been a key element of the show, driving much of its emotional weight and drama. Viewers have been given a glimpse into the intimate details of their personal lives, often revealing more than expected. In season 5, Jessi and Jordan Ngatikaura took center stage. Although their relationship appeared strong and harmonious for the majority of the season, a surprising revelation toward the finale disrupted that image and cast doubt and stirred tension.
Jessi Draper and Jordan Ngatikaura’s Marriage Took a Hit After Cheating Allegations
Jessi Draper first crossed paths with Jordan Ngatikaura while she was separated from her former husband, Zach. By the end of 2019, they made their relationship official and publicly praised one another for the emotional support they provided during life’s transitions. In July 2020, they discovered they were expecting their first child, and just two months later, Jordan proposed. Jessi happily accepted. Their son, Jagger Zayn Ngatikaura, was born on April 20, 2021, and the joys of parenthood were unbridled for them. A few months later, on October 8, the couple tied the knot in a beautiful ceremony held in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. They began their new life together in Utah and formed a blended family that included Jordan’s daughter, Peyton, from a previous relationship. In January 2023, their family grew again with the arrival of their daughter, Jovi James Ngatikaura.
In 2025, ‘Vanderpump Villa’ star Marciano Brunette sat down with Layla Taylor and claimed that he had an affair with Jessi. He alleged that during a trip to Italy in August 2024, they kissed and spent the night together, and that their connection continued beyond that. Jessi confirmed that she had an emotional affair but claimed it was nothing more. She confessed that the two of them had been facing difficulty and were trying out a 90-day separation at the time, as had been advised by their therapist. While the couple made the decision to stick together and figure out what was next, it was not seamless. In season 4, Jessi said that while she and Jordan were working on their relationship, she was also considering the possibility that divorce could be on the line.
Jessi told Jordan that she wanted to officially use her maiden name, which he was not too happy about. He did try and communicate better and tried not to keep any secrets from them. She also found out that their pre-nuptial agreements were not valid. Jessi broke down and said that she would rather stay stuck in a marriage than risk her children’s future. In seaosn 5, Jessi and Jordan did not share a lot of screen time. She bought a home in her name and even though she said Jordan was a co-owner, there was already trouble brewing.
Jessi and Jordan Have Finalized Thei Divorce
Even though Jessi and Jordan presented as a married couple in the season, reports of their separation had come long before then. In March 2026, Jordan announced that he had filed for divorce with a “heavy heart.” He also filed a restraining order against her, and soon Jessi gave her own account of the situation. She accused Jordan of emotional abuse and said their marriage was more traditionally set up, with her allegedly being pushed into more traditional gender roles. She also said Jordan had stated that her affair was the reason for his decision to file for divorce, but she did not believe that was the case. Jessi added that the issue had been settled between them, but she had herself been in two minds about her marriage. She said it was painful to wake up every day and remain in limbo, and that the decision to separate was ultimately good for both of them.
Shortly after, Jessi was spotted kissing Chase McWhorter at a party. She soon began dating Marciano Brunette, and the two eventually became an official couple. In September 2026, Jessi and Jordan’s divorce was finalized. Jessi has not said much about Jordan since then, while he gave an amicable statement, saying that his time with Jessi was happy and that he was now focused on their children and making the transition as easy as possible for them. Jordan has since also been rumored to be dating Jillian Brooke. Their marriage has officially come to an end.
Jessi and Jordan Have Created Their Own Business Empires
Together, Jessi and Jordan Ngatikaura have built a successful presence in both reality television and digital content creation. The former is the founder of JZ Styles, a thriving brand that includes a hair extension company, salon, and professional academy. She’s poured her energy into growing the business, which has already gained major traction in the beauty industry. Jordan, on the other hand, has transitioned from his earlier roles, including manager at RISE Energy and affiliations with Nasun solar panels and the Naughty Kitchen blog, into a full-fledged entertainment personality.
Jordan has become a well-known face in the digital space, especially on social media, as an ambassador for Bucked Up, a fitness supplement company, and a key figure in the DadTok community (an unofficial spinoff of the popular MomTok network). While their relationship has faced challenges, professionally, both Jessi and Jordan have established strong individual identities and have continued to connect with their audiences through authenticity and an open window into their family life.
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