Roxy Jacenko reveals the real reason her husband Oliver Curtis has 'disappeared', her huge plans for teen daughter Pixie and a terrifying near-death experience at a business event
But one person who will not be joining the PR dynamo is her husband Oliver Curtis.
Amid swirling rumours the couple's marriage is on the rocks, Roxy has firmly denied they have split and revealed the real reason the former high-flying investment banker has seemingly vanished off the grid.
While the mother-of-two, 44, frequently posts to social media including posts with her children Pixie, 13, and Hunter, 11, Roxy's husband of 13 years rarely features on her Instagram feed.
Speaking exclusively to Daily Mail Australia, she said that while it might seem like Oliver has 'disappeared', it was more of a case of business as usual.
From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop.
Roxy Jacenko has revealed why husband Oliver Curtis has apparently vanished off the grid
Oliver, a former Macquarie banker and the son of wealthy mining industry executive Nick Curtis, could be on the road to becoming a billionaire.
He turned a $250,000 personal investment in Firmus Technologies into a whopping $81 million last year.
His business is based in Singapore and the company has a facility in Launceston, Tasmania.
'Oli has never been keen on social media – he works hard and wants to focus on that without the noise of social media,' Roxy explained.
'My work is in social media so its an important part of my day to day, it's a business for me – its not for him and I respect that.'
The family relocated to Singapore in 2024, with Roxy frequently jetting back to Australia for work and Oliver conspicuously absent during her Down Under trips.
Roxy said that it was Oliver's tireless work ethic that keeps him from travelling more frequently.
'His office is based in Singapore and he has a large operation there, he spends time back and forth to Launceston, Tasmania where he also has a facility,' she said.
Despite her current long commute from Singapore to Australia, Roxy revealed that the family has no immediate plans for a permanent move back Down Under.
While the PR maven, 44, frequently posts to social media including posts with her children Pixie, 13, and Hunter, 11, Roxy's husband of 13 years rarely features on her Instagram feed
'Oli has never been keen on social media – he works hard and wants to focus on that without the noise of social media,' Roxy revealed. 'My work is in social media so its an important part of my day to day, it's a business for me – its not for him and I respect that.'
'I have no plans to come back to live in Sydney, coincidently if you asked me this a year ago it would have been a very different answer,' she said.
'I come back and forth for work as my business, The Ministry of Talent and to spend time with my Mum.
'Other than that, I am happy being in Singapore and have the incredible opportunity to travel the world as everything is so close.'
Roxy said when it comes to Singapore, the pros definitely outweigh the cons - humidity (which she's now used to) and the high cost of living.
She added that her children are adapting well to their adopted homeland, while also providing a more convenient base for Pixie, who is set to finish her schooling in Switzerland where she will be mingling with other socialites' children.
'With Pixie heading to finish school in Switzerland it's a great location,' she said.
'Hunter is also excelling in school in Singapore and has the most incredible group of friends he's met from all around the world.'
Roxy is also preparing to host another of her popular In Conversation events on Friday despite describing the live seminar events as 'cursed' in the past.
The family recently relocated to Singapore, with Roxy frequently jetting back to Australia for work
Despite her current long commute from Singapore to Australia, Roxy revealed that the family has no immediate plans for a permanent move back Down Under
'I have no plans to come back to live in Sydney, coincidently if you asked me this a year ago it would have been a very different answer,' she said. 'I come back and forth for work as my business, The Ministry of Talent and to spend time with my Mum'
Roxy has very good reason to be wary, with the PR maven facing an almost near death experience back in 2015 during her Tips and Tricks seminar.
Never one to cancel an event, Roxy made the dangerous decision to check herself out of hospital following rhinoplasty surgery.
'It was my first ever In Conversation event I had two sessions booked at Sydney's Intercontinental, Double Bay for 120 people per session – there was NO way I could cancel it in my mind, people had taken time off their week to attend and paid good money to learn,' she said.
'To this day ill never forget it, I had been in Infectious diseases ward in Prince of Wales for a week, my face was swollen up like a soccer ball and I looked like a horror story.
Roxy added that she soldiered on despite her husband Oliver and mother Doreen saying she was 'mad' for going on with the show.
'Oli and my mother Doreen both thought I was mad, but I booked a stylist to sort me out two looks - [celebrity stylist] Marina Didovich and Norman Gonzales - who is the master of hair and make-up to give me a glow up.
'What he did with contouring made me look more tennis ball than soccer ball. I had the nurses disconnect me from the IV and a driver collect me and off I went.
'Between sessions which was about 4 hours I went back to hospital and got back on the IV … till the next session.'
Roxy is also preparing to host another of her popular In Conversation events in Sydney later this month, and despite describing the live seminar events as 'cursed' she pushes on regardless
Her 2019 In Conversation event also made headlines after entrepreneur Anthony Hess walked on stage and abused Roxy with inappropriate and vulgar language.
'That was awful,' she said.
'Looking back at it and his motives for causing such chaos based on desire for notoriety and fame were sick. I have never looked for "fame", I have been fortunate to have familiarity from my craft. I have always said, be famous or known for being good at something – not for what you do wrong.'
The fracas didn't end their either, with Roxy claiming that after the event Anthony graffitied the walls of her Paddington office.
Roxy said that the ordeal was a tough one to deal with.
'Waking up to a call that my name was spray painted from one end of Sydney's Eastern suburbs to the other was distressing,' she said.
'Not only my own commercial premises where my some 20+ staff had to walk into that morning but also on any blank space from Paddington to Bondi, was nothing short of horrible.
She added that the vulgarities expressed in the graffiti was even tougher for her young children to grasp.
'What was worse was my young children at the time having to see such words as "Roxy is a c***" and "Roxy is a Fraud" on their way to school.
Roxy has very good reason to be wary, with the PR maven checking herself out of hospital, to host her 2015 Tips and Tricks seminar, following rhinoplasty surgery
Her 2019 In Conversation event also made headlines after she claimed entrepreneur Anthony Hess walked on stage and abused Roxy with inappropriate and vulgar language
The fracas didn't end their either, with Roxy claiming that after the event, Anthony had graffitied the walls of her Paddington office
'What was worse was my young children at the time having to see such words as "Roxy is a c***', and 'Roxy is a Fraud' on their way to school
'I was forced to quickly go and buy my own cans of spray paint from the local Mitre 10 and spray OVER my name until I had the help from local councils and a friend who runs a large painting company to remove and repaint all the spaces he covered.'
Roxy applied for an AVO against Anthony which was rejected by a magistrate.
'It's a fact, between altercations and then appearing on stage with a blood infection and IV in my arm its fair to say that I need to invest in more than an evil eye,' she said of the upcoming show on Friday.
'That said, one thing I guess it does show is no matter what set back you've got to get up and get on with it, no matter what.'
She added that it was fan demand that inspired her to host another seminar.
'I have had SO many people reach out via social media and email asking me to bring the in person seminar back I thought I would do ONE last show,' she said.
'With everything becoming so very in-personal because of our obsession with online I actually felt it was important – in person is KEY in business and people seem to have forgotten that.'
After Friday, Roxy is planning to put her feet up - if only for a little while.
'Next stop is Bali with the family for mid-term break, a short 2-hour flight from Singapore – I haven't been in about 10 years so I am really looking forward to it and the new Regent property in Cannguu that we are staying at,' she explained.
'I've become Dora the Explorer!'
Tickets for In Conversation with Roxy Jacenko Sydney 2025 are on-sale at www.eventbrite.com.au
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Daily Mail
26 minutes ago
- Daily Mail
The $56 Target Australia buy women are raving about this winter: 'I've been keeping it secret'
A stylish new release from Target Australia is the talk of fashion forums this week after eagle-eyed customers spotted it is a dead ringer for a much pricier alternative. The Target Trench Coat in shade Neutral, now on sale for $56, has been hailed as a near-perfect copy of the Witchery popular Snap Front Trench Coat, which retails for a staggering $399. Now, fashion fans are flooding social media with side-by-side comparisons that truly look too hard to tell apart. Noticing the striking similarities between the two pieces is their structured tailoring and neutral tones, to the soft-yet-sturdy fabric that drapes just right. 'Love this comparison!' wrote one on the Kmartinsider Instagram page that shares similar bargain buys and budget designer 'dupes'. So what is the difference exactly? On the surface, not much. Both coats feature a mid-length silhouette, sleek lapels, a belted waist, and minimalist snap closures which are a modern spin on the traditional trench that's flattering on literally everyone. Witchery's version is crafted from a lyocell-viscose blend, designed to have a slightly weightier drape and a more tailored feel. The Target Trench Coat in shade Neutral, now on sale for $56, has been hailed as a near-perfect copy of the Witchery popular Snap Front Trench Coat, which retails for a staggering $399 Both coats feature a mid-length silhouette, sleek lapels, a belted waist, and minimalist snap closures which are a modern spin on the traditional trench that's flattering on literally everyone. Pictured: Target Trench Coat in shade Neutral, currently on sale for $56 It's polished, elegant, and undeniably luxe feeling, but with a near $400 price tag, it's a serious investment for most. Target's trench, meanwhile, is made from a soft polyester-viscose blend with a hint of elastane, which gives it flexibility and ease and it still manages to hang just as beautifully. As for sizing inclusivity, both run as small as an Australian size 4 and run to size 16, with Target even stocking size 20 options. If a tan hue isn't your usual style either, both come in a winter-perfect dark olive tone too. For those looking to channel timeless 'quiet luxury' vibes without blowing the budget, Target's trench is a no-fuss, low-cost entry into effortless style. A trench is universally chic, versatile, and incredibly wearable perfect over denim, office wear, or layered with knits on cooler days. And at just $80, Target's budget-friendly buy that still looks high-end. If you're looking for some warm, comfy shoes to pair with it, then Target's Genuine Suede Leather Wool Lined Moulded Cork Clogs should also be on your radar. The $40 budget slides sent social media into a frenzy, after young Aussie mum Chloe Jackson, shared a now-viral video declaring them the 'perfect winter shoe'. They have been praised for their luxe look, high-end feel, and practicality, offering an on-trend alternative to far pricier brands on the market. Crafted from genuine suede leather, the clogs feature a rich chocolate brown upper (as well as a tan colour option), plush wool lining for extra warmth, and a moulded cork sole designed to hug the foot for maximum comfort. Available in women's sizes six to 11, the versatile clogs are ideal for both lounging at home and braving chilly school runs, and also come in a timeless style that pairs effortlessly with jeans, tracksuits, or winter loungewear. Crafted from genuine suede leather, the clogs feature a rich chocolate brown upper (as well as a tan colour option, right), plush wool lining for extra warmth, and a moulded cork sole designed to hug the foot for maximum comfort Fans were quick to agree and took no time to add their glowing reviews too. 'Can confirm these are great fur lined clogs. I wear mine around the house,' one wrote. 'These are the best. My current go-to!' another added. 'I have the Kmart version. But these ones look like an upgrade,' one noted. With winter well and truly here, it's no surprise the clogs and stylish trench coats have become some of the season's most hyped-up buys.
Daily Mail
an hour ago
- Daily Mail
Aussie influencer unleashes after being axed by popular fragrance brand Who Is Elijah - and then is hit with an ominous warning: 'Tread carefully'
A famous Aussie influencer and popular Sydney-based brand are embroiled in an online feud after a planned collaboration turned sour - with both sides going public with their different version of events. Sarah Stevenson - better known as Sarah's Day - took to Instagram on Saturday to reveal that her much-anticipated collaboration with fragrance company Who Is Elijah had come to an unexpected end. 'Two years ago they reached out to me to make a fragrance with them and, as you know, I have documented the entire process,' she said in the viral clip. 'You guys have come along on the journey and we were all really excited. 'Unfortunately it's no longer happening and I'm sure you're asking why, and honestly we are asking the same question. We don't have the answers for you,' she said. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Sarah's fans poured into the comments section to support the mum-of-three, while also questioning what happened behind the scenes and if there was a contract in place. In response, the influencer claimed: 'Unfortunately I just started making content in good faith because I was so committed and excited.... contract is only really useful once the product was launched.' However, the online rant backfired when Who Is Elijah's CEO Adam Bouris hit back, calling Sarah's claims 'absolutely rubbish'. Adam claimed that Who Is Elijah offered for Sarah to continue the fragrance with her own brand, which he claimed she declined. 'I would tread carefully here,' he wrote. In response, Sarah and her husband Kurt Tilse attempted to put out the fire, saying that, although they believed the situation being handled badly, the mumfluencer hadn't 'said a bad thing'. 'Put yourself in my shoes,' Sarah addressed the CEO. She added: 'I've been promoting this and working on it for over 24 months. 'I would have really appreciated a call or even an email to me. Not an email to one of my team members after being ghosted,' she said, adding: 'My own team had to call me and tell me the news.' Her partner Kurt added, 'Sarah hasn't said a single thing bad … She has simply let her community know that it's not going ahead.' Who Is Elijah founder Raquel Bouris then also joined the online conversation surrounding the failed deal to explain her side of the story, branding some of Sarah's claims 'untrue'. 'We ended a contract well within the agreed terms, there was no breach … The idea that two years of work went into this is simply untrue,' she said in an Instagram video posted on Sunday. Raquel went on to say that the project only started in May 2024 and involved a minimal amount of hours that she could count 'on one, maybe two hands'. 'There's no scandal here, no villain. Just a strategic decision for the future of my business, one I fully stand by,' she added. Speaking exclusively to Daily Mail Australia, Raquel said that she had seen a lot of online hate following Sarah's initial video. 'I received a lot of mean messages and negative comments across my socials and Who Is Elijah. 'This is not something we have experienced before,' she said, before adding that it 'hurt her soul'. 'It didn't need to be a scandal, it's sad the other party is fueling a negative story in the comments,' she said. 'I don't have an issue with the video she posted at all - but the comments we have seen from her on the post she did, plus old videos of her in our office to further fuel the negativity is not ok.' 'We are a growing business, and I made the decision to cease the collaboration as a business decision. No hate to Sarah, I wish her all the best.'
Daily Mail
an hour ago
- Daily Mail
Kmart's new $14 drop is the ultimate alternative for 'must-have' designer versions: 'Looks expensive'
Shoppers are racing to get their hands on Kmart's newest homewares release - and this time it's all about the drinks trolley. The retail giant has dropped a range of chic octagon-shaped glassware that's already sending fans into a frenzy, with many calling it a perfect dupe for luxury European brands. The Octagon Hiball Glasses and Octagon Tumbler Glasses retail for just $14 for a pack of six and feature a unique faceted design that gives everyday glassware a modern, sophisticated twist. The range is made from soda lime glass and is dishwasher safe, making it both stylish and practical. 'The most beautiful glasses I've ever seen - 10/10,' one shopper raved. 'My jaw dropped the moment I saw these glasses. They're stunning, and you would never guess they're from Kmart,' said another. 'I get compliments every time I have guests over. Everyone is shocked when I say they're from Kmart - they look so expensive.' Design-savvy shoppers were quick to compare the Kmart range to high-end European brands such as Eleish van Breems, whose Murano Glass octagonal drinking glasses retail for a staggering $185 per piece. The Octagon Hiball Glasses and Octagon Tumbler Glasses retail for just $14 for a pack of six and feature a unique faceted design that gives everyday glassware a sophisticated twist Handmade in Italy on the island of Murano, the designer versions come in a range of colours, including white with a blue rim, pink with a white rim, and dark green with an orange rim. Another luxe option is the Nini Vino glass set by R+D Lab, which sells for $140 for a set of two. These are also handmade in Italy, using high-quality borosilicate glass. While the designer options are undeniably beautiful, the price point makes Kmart's version hard to beat, especially for those looking to elevate their tableware without spending hundreds. And that's precisely why Australians keep coming back to Kmart. From minimalist kitchenware to stylish furniture and viral home décor, the retailer has earned a loyal following for delivering on-trend products at prices that don't break the bank. Shoppers love the thrill of discovering luxe-looking items for less, and with social media flooded with 'Kmart hacks' and viral finds, the brand has become a go-to for affordable home transformations. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or just upgrading your glassware for everyday use, this latest Kmart release proves once again that great style doesn't have to come with a designer price tag. In addition, Kmart also recently surprised shoppers with a secret new range in the lead-up to its eagerly awaited August living launch. This latest drop is packed with versatile pieces that effortlessly combine function and flair. Home favourites include the Arch Black floor mirror ($129), a sleek, full-length buy with a minimalist arch silhouette and black frame, promises to add a modern elegance to your home. Its slim design means it fits neatly into smaller spaces, while the full-length reflection ticks the boxes for practicality and style. In the kitchen, Kmart continues to impress with smart, affordable gadgets. Their air fryer oven ($119) has already won fans for convenience and versatility, and now the compact omelette maker ($20) makes whipping up a fluffy, two-portion treat quick and mess-free - a win for busy mornings. Herb enthusiasts will appreciate the Herb keep savers ($5.50), which prolong freshness and cut down on waste - a small but thoughtful addition that foodies can't get enough of. Meanwhile, the new tropical dinner plates ($8) add a splash of fun with palm leaf, shell, and peach designs that brighten up any meal. It's this combination of style, practicality, and price that keeps Australians coming back to Kmart. With this new secret drop offering fresh ways to update homes ahead of the full living launch, it's clear Kmart is once again tapping into what everyday shoppers want: affordable pieces modelled off the 'it' buys of the moment. Whether you're redecorating, upgrading your lighting, or hunting for clever kitchen helpers, this new range has got people talking - and reaching for their wallets.
