Hulu’s docuseries The Secret Life of Mormon Wives has sparked a buzz, with Jessi Ngatikaura standing out as one of its most intriguing figures. This Utah-based influencer finds herself in the spotlight alongside fellow Mormon moms like Taylor Frankie Paul, Mayci Neeley, Jennifer Affleck, and Whitney Leavitt. The show promises to dig deep into a swinging scandal that shook their community, leading to divorces, broken friendships, controversies, and catching media attention.
But there’s more to her than just reality TV drama. With a growing following on Instagram and TikTok, she’s made a name for herself as a style influencer. Her true passion, however, lies in the beauty industry. As a skilled hairdresser, she has turned her talent into a thriving business, co-owning a popular salon in Utah.
Her Family Is Largely Responsible For Her Success
Born on May 24th, 1992, Jessi never imagined her passion for hair would turn into a full-blown family business. But that’s exactly what happened at JZ Styles, the salon she co-owns with her dad, Michel Draper.
“Everyone knows we’re a family business,” she says in an interview with Mountain America Credit Union. And she means it. Her father swapped his 27-year software engineering career to join her dream. Now, he balances the books while she works her magic with hair.
But the family ties don’t stop there—her sister Koera is the Head of Operations, handling everything from new product launches to keeping the salon humming, while Bailey ensures top-notch customer service and efficient shipping, keeping clients satisfied from beginning to end.
And let’s not forget Mama Styles. Her mother, Diana, brings years of styling know-how to the table as the salon’s lead educator. Talk about a family with skills!
For Jessi, mixing business and family just clicks. “Once I had my family on board, I knew this whole thing was going to work,” she said. Their support gives her the confidence to dream big and push boundaries.
The JZ Styles buzz is spreading fast. She’s become a social media star, sharing peeks into salon life and her own world. With a whopping 139k Instagram followers and 124.1k TikTok fans, she’s inspiring a whole new generation of beauty lovers.
JZ Styles Combines The Initials Of Her and Her Ex-Husband’s Names
Jessi’s salon carries a name rich with personal significance. The “JZ” cleverly intertwines ‘J’ & ‘Z’, her initial with that of her then-spouse, Zach Beck Gish. There’s more to the story, though. She revealed on Instagram that the “Styles” portion was inspired by her admiration for Harry Styles.
It was in 2013 when Jessi met Zach, and their relationship quickly blossomed. During one of their first dates, they found themselves on the kiss cam. Zach later shared, “That was one of the first nights I told myself I could see myself marrying this beautiful girl!” A year later, on August 2, 2014, they tied the knot in a Mormon ceremony. He shared his joy on Facebook, calling Jessi his “best friend, love, and everything.”
As the years rolled by, their relationship seemed to thrive. On their second anniversary, Zach praised Jessi for challenging him to be better and for her support.
Life, however, had different plans. Despite their shared love, their paths diverged. By 2019, they made the difficult decision to part ways.
In time, both moved forward. Zach found love again with Erica Gish, while Jessi started her own new chapter.
Her Current Hubby, Jordan, Describes Her As The Best Wife And Mom
Jordan T. Ngatikaura‘s love for Jessi shines through in every post he shares. From the moment they met, he knew she was something special. The duo got engaged on February 28, 2020, and just a month later in April, they welcomed their son Jagger Zayn.
As they settled into parenthood, Jordan couldn’t help but marvel at her natural ability as a mother. “You’re the best friend, mom and partner that I’m so grateful to have,” he gushed on social media. The family grew again with the arrival of daughter Jovi James in January 2023, joining Jagger and Jordan’s daughter Peyton from a previous relationship.
They exchanged vows under the warm Cabo on October 9, 2020, surrounded by loved ones. As they dove into life together and the joys of their family, they fell even deeper in love with each other. Jordan is constantly in awe of how she juggles motherhood and her booming business, often calling her “the best mom.”
On Mother’s Day 2022, he shared,
I still pinch myself waking up realizing that I’m lucky enough to be married to you everyday. You’re the best friend, mom and partner that I’m so grateful to have. Happy Mothers Day babe ❤️
Their life hasn’t always been smooth sailing. When Jagger was born, the timeline of Jessi’s relationships sparked online speculation about his parentage. Reddit became a hotbed of rumors and theories. One user claimed,
Jagger is Zach’s son. 100%. He made her take a paternity test to prove it but then signed his rights away. Long story short, she’s able to talk about it in person, but can’t address it online. She will tell you if you ask her in person.
Another user commented,
Well I guess too when she made a video saying Jordan is Jaggers dad she wasn’t lying because anyone who would sign their rights away as a father… isn’t a dad at all. Jordan may not be biologically jaggers father but that doesn’t mean he isn’t his dad.
Despite the online chatter, Jessi has consistently affirmed that Jordan is her son’s father.
