Meeting at a Bar in 2013
Jenna Marbles was a famous YouTuber, and in 2013, she met Julien Solomita, working part-time at an LA bar. Julien was a student and worked at the same bar on weekends. Thus began a conversation between the two that would shortly blossom into an impactful relationship.
Early Collaborations and Public Introduction
In mid-2013, Julien appeared for the first time on Jenna’s YouTube channel, where he played Billy Ray Cyrus in a video that has since been deleted. He was first introduced to her audience in the photo booth tag video when Jenna referred to him as her “friend.” The two hit it off on screen and worked together often, much to the pleasure of fans who loved their dynamic.
Launching the Jenna and Julien Podcast
The couple started the podcast “Jenna and Julien Podcast” in 2014, a year after they began dating. The podcast, which was initially recorded in Jenna’s kitchen and consisted of raw dialogue and lighthearted exchanges, garnered an immediate fan base. It grew into a professionally produced show over time, cementing their personal and professional partnership.
Purchasing a Home Together in 2018
Jenna and Julien purchased a house together back in 2018. Wherever they found their new home became the setting for their material, and as such, was a token of their growing commitment. They also adopted two other dogs, Peach and Bunny, along with Jenna’s two pet dogs, Mr Marbles and Kermit.
Jenna’s Hiatus from YouTube in 2020
Jenna announced she was taking an indefinite break from YouTube in mid-2020 after addressing some past content she found offensive. This has since resulted in a suspension of their projects together, including the podcast. Jenna opted to fade away from the public eye, and Julien followed up in his Twitch streams.
Engagement Announcement in 2021
Julien announced his engagement to Jenna during a Twitch stream in April of 2021. He shared, “A little while ago, I asked Jenna to marry me, and she said yes.” Fans who had followed them over the years were excited about this announcement.
Marriage in November 2022
The duo tied the knot in a private ceremony back in November 2022. Julien posted some wedding pics on Instagram with the caption “married otters <3,” a reference to their nickname for one another. The pictures reflected their happiness and had their beloved dogs in the background, showing that it was a personal celebration.
Life After Marriage
After being married, Jenna and Julien have been low-key. Jenna is still away from social media, but Julien provides his followers with occasional updates of their life together. Through thick and thin, their relationship endured as they supported each other’s endeavors.
