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Jay Shetty

Jay Shetty is a British podcaster, author, entrepreneur, and former monk known for his wellness and self-improvement content.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Jay Shetty is a British podcaster, author, entrepreneur, and former monk known for his wellness and self-improvement content. He hosts the podcast On Purpose and has written bestselling books including Think Like a Monk and 8 Rules of Love. He was born in London on 6 September 1987.

Early life and background

Jay Shetty was born in London on 6 September 1987 and is described in sources as British-born with Indian heritage. Public biographies note that he later spent time as a monk before moving into media and self-help work.

Career

Shetty became known for motivational and wellness content online and through his podcast On Purpose. Sources also describe him as an entrepreneur, speaker, and author with a substantial social media following.

Books and media

Shetty is the author of Think Like a Monk and 8 Rules of Love. He has also appeared on television and in interviews discussing mental health and purpose.

Public profile

He is widely associated with personal development, mindfulness, and lifestyle coaching. Sources differ on exact follower and view counts, but all describe him as a major online personality in the wellness space.

Key facts

  • Born in London in 1987.
  • Known for hosting the podcast On Purpose.
  • Built a large audience through social media and video content.
  • Authored bestselling self-help and relationship books.
  • Has been described as a former monk and wellness influencer.
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Canadian context

Jay Shetty has a broad international audience, including Canadian readers interested in wellness, mindfulness, podcasting, and self-help media.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Jay Shetty?
Jay Shetty is a British podcaster, author, entrepreneur, and former monk known for wellness and self-improvement content.
What is Jay Shetty known for?
He is best known for hosting the podcast On Purpose and for writing bestselling self-help books.
Where was Jay Shetty born?
He was born in London, United Kingdom, on 6 September 1987.
What books has Jay Shetty written?
Public biographies identify Think Like a Monk and 8 Rules of Love as his best-known books.
Is Jay Shetty married?
Yes. IMDb lists his spouse as Radhi Devlukia-Shetty.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jay_Shetty
    Supports: Birth date, occupation, and general biography.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9281995/
    Supports: Birthplace, occupation, and spouse.
  3. Jay Shetty — https://www.jayshetty.me/about-jay
    Supports: Official biography, podcast role, former monk background, and public profile.
  4. The Guardian — https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/ng-interactive/2024/feb/29/jay-shetty-self-help-empire
    Supports: Public profile, podcast prominence, and wellness-business context.