What starts as fandom can sometimes spiral into something much darker—and for actress Jennifer Aniston, that line was violently crossed earlier this month.
A Mississippi man who believed he had a divine connection to the Friends star shocked the world when he crashed into her gated Bel-Air property, leading to a string of disturbing revelations.
Now, his estranged wife has come forward to speak exclusively about the man behind the headlines—Jimmy Carwyle—a mechanic, a father, and someone she believes is battling serious mental health issues.
A Bizarre Crash at Jennifer Aniston’s Mansion
On May 5th, around midday, 48-year-old Jimmy Carwyle drove straight through the security gate of Jennifer Aniston’s $21 million Bel-Air home.
Thankfully, the actress was not harmed, although she was reportedly inside at the time.
Court documents say this wasn’t a random act.
According to prosecutors, Carwyle had been harassing Aniston for over two years, sending her unwanted messages across social media, email, and voicemail.
Following the crash, Aniston’s security detained him at gunpoint until LAPD arrived.
He Thinks He’s Jesus and Jennifer Is His Queen
The story gets even more troubling.
Carwyle, who appeared in court wrapped in an anti-suicide blanket, reportedly believes he is Jesus Christ—and that Jennifer Aniston is meant to be his “queen.”
In a heartfelt and emotional interview, his wife Julia shared that this wasn’t his first trip to California in pursuit of the actress.
“That was his third trip,” she said.
“He really thought he was going to meet her.”
She revealed that he left Mississippi back in September on his latest journey, fully believing that a meeting with Aniston was bound to happen.
Online Clues and Disturbing Posts
While it’s unconfirmed whether certain social media accounts truly belong to Carwyle, posts surfaced following the incident referring to Aniston as his “bride,” even calling her “Jennifer Aniston Carwyle” in one instance.
One post even referenced Adam and Eve, suggesting a spiritual or symbolic union between him and the actress.
All of this adds to the disturbing picture painted by prosecutors who now accuse him of stalking, vandalism, and posing a serious threat to public safety.
Legal Trouble and a Mental Health Evaluation Ahead
During his arraignment on May 8, the judge questioned whether Carwyle could even understand what was going on.
A no-contact order was issued, and he was told to stay at least 100 yards away from Aniston.
His bail was set at $150,000, and his next hearing is scheduled for May 22 at Hollywood’s Mental Health Court.
Authorities are working to determine whether Carwyle is mentally competent to stand trial.
A Wife’s Perspective: “He’s Not the Same”
Julia Carwyle, who married Jimmy in 2019 but has been separated from him for years, shared a more personal side of the man at the center of this chaos.
“That’s not the Jimmy I knew,” she said.
“He doesn’t even look like himself in court.”
She described him as once being family-oriented and loving, but said something changed—something she can’t quite explain.
“It’s between him and his maker now. Mental illness is real. It doesn’t discriminate.”
She added that his daughter, 23-year-old Kelly, and other family members are heartbroken.
“We just want him to get help. His daughter needs her daddy.”
Living Out of a Car, Lost in a Delusion
Julia revealed she’s been helping him financially when she could, even while taking care of her own aging mother.
“He’s been living out of his car. I’ve sent him money on Cash App. It’s been a dark time.”
Though she no longer believes there’s hope for their relationship, she holds no anger—just concern.
“He needs support. Something triggered him, and now we’re all just trying to piece it together.”
What Comes Next?
If convicted, Jimmy Carwyle faces up to three years in a California state prison.
But for now, his case will move through the mental health court system, where a decision will be made about his ability to face charges.
Behind the headlines, it’s a deeply human story—one that combines obsession, mental health struggles, and a family’s desperate hope that their loved one can be brought back from the edge.