Jesy Nelson removes mention of Little Mix from Instagram profile less than 24 hours after quitting

Jesy Nelson has taken the mention of Little Mix from the top of her Instagram profile less than 24 hours after quitting the girl group.

The singer, 29, stunned fans of the band on Monday night when she announced she was leaving the four-piece – and has seemingly solidified the decision by making it Instagram official.

At the top of her page, an email address has been added: [email protected].

Removed: Jesy Nelson has taken the mention of Little Mix from the top of her Instagram profile less than 24 hours after quitting the girl group

Jesy has not removed snaps of her in the group, or with her Little Mix bandmates Perrie Edwards, Jade Thirlwall and Leigh-Anne Pinnock.

Little Mix fans also noticed that Jesy had unfollowed the band’s manager, Samantha Cox, on Instagram on Monday.

Sam, whose working relationship with Little Mix began shortly after their X Factor win in 2011, is still followed by the remaining members and in turn still follows Jesy’s Instagram account.

All change: The singer, 29, stunned fans of the band on Monday night when she announced she was leaving the four-piece - and has seemingly solidified the decision by making it Instagram official

All change: The singer, 29, stunned fans of the band on Monday night when she announced she was leaving the four-piece – and has seemingly solidified the decision by making it Instagram official

Still there: Jesy has not removed snaps of her in the group, or with her Little Mix bandmates Perrie Edwards, Jade Thirlwall and Leigh-Anne Pinnock [pictured as a four-piece in 2018]

Still there: Jesy has not removed snaps of her in the group, or with her Little Mix bandmates Perrie Edwards, Jade Thirlwall and Leigh-Anne Pinnock [pictured as a four-piece in 2018]

One fan wrote: ‘I know that maybe Jesy is managing her insta account anymore, but the fact she “unfollowed” sam coxy so fast..”

Another wrote: ‘The way the only person Jesy unfollowed is little mix’s manager’

Sam, who works for Modest! Management, is currently the artist manager for both Little Mix and fellow X Factor winners, Rak-Su. She has also worked with One Direction, Leona Lewis and JLS. 

Manager: The singer announced she had left the chart-topping girl group after nine years on Monday, with fans noticing almost immediately that Jesy had unfollowed Little Mix's manager, Samantha Cox, on Instagram (pictured together)

Manager: The singer announced she had left the chart-topping girl group after nine years on Monday, with fans noticing almost immediately that Jesy had unfollowed Little Mix’s manager, Samantha Cox, on Instagram (pictured together)

Not there: While Sam's account is followed by a host of Jesy Nelson fan accounts, Jesy herself does not follow Sam

Not there: While Sam’s account is followed by a host of Jesy Nelson fan accounts, Jesy herself does not follow Sam

Rest of the band: Sam, whose working relationship with Little Mix began shortly after their X Factor win in 2011, is still followed by the remaining members Perrie Edwards, Leigh-Anne Pinnock and Jade Thirlwall

Rest of the band: Sam, whose working relationship with Little Mix began shortly after their X Factor win in 2011, is still followed by the remaining members Perrie Edwards, Leigh-Anne Pinnock and Jade Thirlwall

Friends: Sam and Jesy are pictured together in 2016 at the height of Little Mix's success

Friends: Sam and Jesy are pictured together in 2016 at the height of Little Mix’s success

This comes hours after Jesy announced her departure from the group – she wrote on Monday night: ‘To all my Mixers, the past nine years in Little Mix has been the most incredible time of my life. We have achieved things I never thought possible. From winning our first Brit Award to our sold out shows at the O2. 

‘Making friends and fans all over the world I can’t thank you all enough from the bottom of my heart for making me feel like the luckiest girl in the world. You have always been there to support and encourage me and I will never ever forget it.  

‘The truth is recently being in the band has really taken a toll on my mental health. I find the constant pressure of being in a girl group and living up to expectations very hard.

‘There comes a time in life when we need to reinvest in taking care of ourselves rather than focusing on making other people happy, and I feel like now is the time to begin that process. 

Still there: Sam also still follows Jesy's Instagram account

Still there: Sam also still follows Jesy’s Instagram account 

Comments: Fans quickly noticed the unfollow and took to Twitter to comment

Comments: Fans quickly noticed the unfollow and took to Twitter to comment

‘So after much consideration and with a heavy heart, I’m announcing I’m leaving Little Mix.’  

Jesy emotionally added: ‘I need to spend some time with the people I love, doing things that make me happy. I’m ready to embark on a new chapter in my life – I’m not sure what it’s going to look like right now, but I hope you’ll still be there to support.

‘I want to say thank you to everyone involved in our journey. All the hard work and dedication that went into making us a success.

Emotional: The singer took to Instagram on Monday night to share a heartfelt statement where she announced her departure and revealed she wants to focus on things that make her 'happy'

Emotional: The singer took to Instagram on Monday night to share a heartfelt statement where she announced her departure and revealed she wants to focus on things that make her ‘happy’ 

‘To every single fan who came to see us in concert, who listened to our songs and sung their hearts out, sent me messages and supported me along the way I want you to know I love you all so much and I could never have done this without you and I appreciate it endlessly.

‘Most of all I want to say thank you to Jade, Perrie and Leigh-Anne for creating some of the most amazing memories I’ll never forget. I hope that you’ll continue to fulfil all of your dreams and keep on making music that people love. Love Jesy x.’   

Fans were left devastated over the news as they sent their best wishes to both Jesy and the band in emotional messages.   

'Very hard': Jesy also emotionally said that being in the band had 'taken a toll on her mental health' and that she finds the 'constant pressure very hard' (pictured with bandmates Leigh-Anne Pinnock, Perrie Edwards and Jade Thirlwall L-R in September)

‘Very hard’: Jesy also emotionally said that being in the band had ‘taken a toll on her mental health’ and that she finds the ‘constant pressure very hard’ (pictured with bandmates Leigh-Anne Pinnock, Perrie Edwards and Jade Thirlwall L-R in September) 

While several celebrities, such as Dermot O’Leary and Frankie Bridge, reached out on the post to support Jesy as they praised the star for her ‘brave’ decision. 

Jesy’s ex-boyfriend Chris Hughes also showed his support and he commented under her post with ‘the best’ along with a love heart emoji.   

One person said: ‘I’m in tears rn… But I wish the best for jesy and the girls… No words can express the pain I’m feeling right now… I’m devastated.’ 

Support: Little Mix also took to Instagram to share the news as they admitted it was an 'incredibly sad time' for the band but they 'fully support' Jesy's decision and will continue as a trio

Support: Little Mix also took to Instagram to share the news as they admitted it was an ‘incredibly sad time’ for the band but they ‘fully support’ Jesy’s decision and will continue as a trio

A different fan put: ‘Oh no Jess ❤️ we love you.’   

Another follower commented: ‘We’ll miss her… Take care Jesy,’ followed by a broken heart emoji.

A different account put: ‘We’re gonna miss her so so much ❤️ I’m sending her so much love that she needs rn. Of course her mental health is the most important thing.’ 

Another user penned: ‘All the best to jesy!! we love u queen ❤️.’ 

While a different person added: ‘We love u and support u queen, thank u for these amazing 9 years❤️.’       

Perrie, 27, Jade, 27, and Leigh-Anne, 29, admitted it was an ‘incredibly sad time’ for the band but they ‘fully support’ Jesy’s decision. 

Way back when: Little Mix were crowned the winners of The X Factor in 2011 when they become the first band to ever win the show in its history (pictured)

Way back when: Little Mix were crowned the winners of The X Factor in 2011 when they become the first band to ever win the show in its history (pictured) 

Little Mix also confirmed that they would be remaining as a trio, saying that they are ‘not ready for it to be over’.   

They penned on both Instagram and Twitter: ‘After an amazing 9 years together Jesy has made the decision to leave Little Mix. This is an incredibly sad time for all of us but we are fully supportive of Jesy. 

‘We love her very much and agree that it is so important that she does what is right for her mental health and well-being. 

‘We are still very much enjoying our Little Mix journey and the 3 of us are not ready for it to be over.   

‘We know that Jesy leaving the group is going to be really upsetting news for our fans. 

‘We love you guys so much and are so grateful for your loyalty and continued support of all of us. We’re looking forward to seeing so many of you on tour.’

They signed off their post with: ‘Love always, Jade, Perrie and Leigh-Anne xxx.’   

 Last month, Little Mix’s representative announced Jesy would be taking an ‘extended break’ from the band due to ‘private medical reasons.’ Jesy has been a member of the band since their formation on The X Factor in 2011.

Trio: Little Mix stars Leigh-Anne Pinnock, Perrie Edwards and Jade Thirlwall (L-R) have said they will continue as a trio following Jesy 's emotional exit on Monday night (pictured in November)

Trio: Little Mix stars Leigh-Anne Pinnock, Perrie Edwards and Jade Thirlwall (L-R) have said they will continue as a trio following Jesy ‘s emotional exit on Monday night (pictured in November) 

The singer missed the final of her BBC reality series with the band, Little Mix The Search, and also pulled out of hosting the MTV EMAs. 

The Little Mix girls had been due to host and perform at the 27th edition of one of the biggest nights in global music – the 2020 MTV EMAs – on November 8. 

A statement released to MailOnline read at the time: ‘Jesy is unwell and will not be appearing on tonight’s final of Little Mix The Search.  

Only recently, it was claimed that Little Mix are reportedly planning to pursue solo careers.

The Sun reported that Perrie and Jade are both looking at music projects while Leigh-Anne is eyeing up TV opportunities.  

The source added that the group still have a tour to complete next April and will see it through, even if it is delayed due to COVID-19.  

Little Mix were crowned the winners of the X Factor in 2011 when they become the first band to ever win the show in its history.

The girls shot to stardom with their first single Wings, before topping the charts with Black Magic and Shout Out To My Ex.

Little Mix’s achievements   

Little Mix were crowned the winners of The X Factor in 2011 when they become the first band to ever win the show in its history. 

The band has since gone on to become one of the biggest ever girl group’s in the UK, scoring number one hits including Wings, Black Magic and Shout Out To My Ex.  

They were signed to Simon Cowell’s record label Syco until November 2018 when they switched to rival label RCA.

Little Mix won two BRIT Awards for their 2017 hit Shout Out to My Ex and their 2019 single Woman Like Me featuring Nicki Minaj. 

Winners! Little Mix won two BRIT Awards for their 2017 hit Shout Out to My Ex (pictured) and their 2019 single Woman Like Me featuring Nicki Minaj

Winners! Little Mix won two BRIT Awards for their 2017 hit Shout Out to My Ex (pictured) and their 2019 single Woman Like Me featuring Nicki Minaj 

Other achievements include five Global Awards, six MTV Europe Music Awards, a Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Award and two Teen Choice Awards.

The band had a total of six successful tours, they were due to be touring this year for their Summer 2020 Tour but it was cancelled due to the coronavirus crisis. 

Only recently, the band had great success with both their brand new album Confetti as well as their talent show Little Mix: The Search.

The album reached Number 1 on the Official Irish Albums Chart while it peaked at Number 2 in the UK.

Little Mix are slated to head on tour in April next year with their new album Confetti, but it is currently unclear whether dates may be delayed due to the Covid-19 crisis. 

Amazing: Other achievements include five Global Awards, six MTV Europe Music Awards, a Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Award and two Teen Choice Awards (pictured in 2017)

Amazing: Other achievements include five Global Awards, six MTV Europe Music Awards, a Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Award and two Teen Choice Awards (pictured in 2017) 

They recently released their sixth studio album, Confetti, which includes current hit Sweet Melody.

The band has since gone on to become one of the biggest ever girl group’s in the UK, scoring a collection of number one hits.  

They were signed to Simon Cowell’s record label Syco until November 2018 when they switched to rival label RCA.

Little Mix are slated to head on tour in April next year with their new album Confetti, but it is currently unclear whether dates may be delayed due to the Covid-19 crisis. 

Since Jesy’s ‘extended break’, Perrie, Jade and Leigh-Anne have performed as a trio at the 2020 MTV EMAs, on Strictly Come Dancing and appeared on various TV shows. 

What’s next for Little Mix?  

After Jesy’s announcement on Monday night, the band – made up of  Jade Thirlwall, Perrie Edwards and Leigh-Anne Pinnock – took to social media to insist they will remain as a trio.

They penned: ‘We are still very much enjoying our Little Mix journey and the 3 of us are not ready for it to be over. 

‘We know that Jesy leaving the group is going to be really upsetting news for our fans. 

‘We love you guys so much and are so grateful for your loyalty and continued support of all of us. We’re looking forward to seeing so many of you on tour.’

Jesy’s exit comes following great success for Little Mix, with both their brand new album Confetti as well as their talent show Little Mix: The Search. 

Little Mix are slated to head on tour in April next year with their new album Confetti and their first tour without Jesy, but it is currently unclear whether dates may be delayed due to the Covid-19 crisis. 

Prior to Jesy’s exit, the singer had been on an ‘extended break’, with Perrie, Jade and Leigh-Anne representing the band as a trio at the 2020 MTV EMAs, Strictly Come Dancing and various TV shows.