Jesse Solomon was ready to rumble and embrace a new chapter of his life during season 9 of Summer House. While he was introduced to viewers as a fun-loving guy who was just figuring things out, Jesse has certainly grown in the years since his debut. Now, as the season has come to a close, he’s opened up about his experiences on the show, particularly his approach to dating, his newfound sense of responsibility, and how reality television can blur the lines between fun and chaos.
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A Fresh Approach to Summer House
Jesse Solomon, now 29, entered the Summer House world with a fresh mindset during season 9. In an exclusive interview with Us Weekly, he reflected on his growth since his debut season and the shifts in his personal life. While in his first season, Jesse admitted he was just looking to have a good time and make friends, this summer was different.
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“The first summer I went into it not knowing anything. I just wanted to make friends with everyone and have a good time,” Jesse said. “I realized not everybody always wants to be best friends and always have a good time.”
Season 9 brought a more seasoned approach to his time in the Hamptons, with Jesse entering the summer with clearer goals — including being more open to dating. He admitted that in his previous summer, he was primarily focused on forming friendships, but this time, he was more open to exploring relationships. “I was open to dating, I think more so this summer. Whereas the first summer I was just trying to be friends with everyone,” he shared, laughing. “So that should be fun to watch back, huh?”
Despite his openness to dating, Jesse is adamant about keeping things private, especially when it comes to his love life. “I’m dating,” he confirmed, but quickly added, “You’ll definitely have to check out Summer House to figure out my relationship status.”
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Fans who tuned in to see how Jesse navigated his relationships on screen will have to keep watching to find out more. “I really let it fly this past summer,” he teased. “But I’m not perfect and sometimes I have a little too much fun. But hey, that makes for good TV.”
A Candid Confession About His First Summer
Reflecting on his first summer in the Hamptons, Jesse admitted that not everything went according to plan. While the show portrayed him as the wild one at the party, Jesse revealed that the reality was a bit more chaotic. “I would say the worst thing I did [in season 8], they didn’t even show,” he confessed. “I went to a party with everybody the first night and kind of just wandered off on my own at the party, and everybody hated me for the first three weeks. But they kind of gave me a pass on that one.”
In the end, Jesse learned some valuable lessons about balancing fun and responsibility. He acknowledges that while it’s important to be yourself, the show’s environment isn’t always conducive to making everyone your best friend. His shift from season 8 to season 9 is a testament to his growth and maturity, and viewers can expect a more grounded version of Jesse this time around.
The Importance of Family
Despite the fun and mayhem of reality TV, Jesse is deeply concerned about how his family perceives him. He made it clear that the only people whose opinions really matter to him are his mother and grandmother. “I’m not worried about what anybody thinks of me besides my mother and my dear grandmother,” he said. “As long as they still love me, I really don’t give a rat’s [ass] what anybody else thinks.”
Having his grandmother watch his antics on TV can be both heartwarming and challenging, as Jesse humorously explained. “I told [grandma] to take maybe a little break on some of [my] season 2,” he quipped. “She says she turns the volume down when it’s not a scene with me in it because she’s typically watching Hallmark. Summer House is a bit aggressive for her, so she’ll be OK. She’ll love me no matter what.”
A Positive Shift in the House Dynamic
Season 9 of Summer House saw several shifts in the house dynamic, one of the most significant being Lindsay Hubbard’s pregnancy. Lindsay, who is expecting her first child, brought a calm and nurturing energy to the group. Jesse praised her presence and the way she handled herself throughout the summer. “It was fun. She was very motherly. She was sober, obviously, so very level-headed,” he recalled. “Always cooking and cleaning in the mornings. She brought me coffee, iced coffee, pretty much every day.”
Jesse’s admiration for Lindsay is clear, and he notes that her maternal side added a sense of stability to the often chaotic environment of Summer House. “She was amazing,” he said. “Just great toward me all summer.”
Her pregnancy, however, didn’t just shift the vibe of the house — it also gave Jesse a glimpse of a different side of the show. “Lindsay’s pregnancy gave the house a positive shift, where it felt like everyone was a little more grounded and focused on creating good memories.”
Beyond the Show: A Health Journey
When he’s not entertaining viewers on Summer House, Jesse is focused on his health. This year marks a significant milestone for him: celebrating six years cancer-free. His personal health journey has been a transformative one, and he has partnered with LabCorp OnDemand to help spread awareness about the importance of preventative care and regular health screenings.
“I’ve partnered with LabCorp OnDemand because I believe in the importance of preventative care and that regular screenings are really the key component to staying healthy,” Jesse said. “Awareness is really everything and catching whatever you have going on early is really the best way to prevent something bad from happening.”
As part of his health regimen, Jesse has made it a point to get tested regularly, especially for testicular cancer, which he has personally battled. But he also emphasizes the convenience of using LabCorp OnDemand’s wide range of tests, which allow individuals to monitor their overall health with ease. “It’s just a great, convenient way to establish a baseline of your health,” he said. “It’s so much more convenient than going to the doctor and having to be like, ‘Oh, I want to check on my heart. Let me go to the cardiologist and get a referral, and then I end up getting charged anyways.’
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LabCorp OnDemand offers users the ability to purchase tests online, many of which can be done at home or at a LabCorp location, making health monitoring more accessible than ever. “With LabCorp OnDemand, you just go online, buy the same test that you would get from your doctor, and you can do it at home for some of the tests, or you can go into a LabCorp on-demand location. It’s so easy,” he explained.
Looking Ahead
As Summer House fans eagerly anticipate season 9’s drama, Jesse Solomon is already looking ahead to what the future holds. While he remains tight-lipped about his dating life, it’s clear that he has evolved into a more reflective and grounded version of himself, both on and off the screen. With his growing commitment to his health and his evolving role on the show, Jesse’s journey is one worth following. One thing is certain: whatever comes next for Jesse, viewers will be watching closely.
So, as the summer fun continues to unfold on Summer House, fans can look forward to seeing Jesse’s journey evolve in real-time. Whether it’s his unpredictable love life, his self-improvement, or his candid reflections on reality TV, Jesse Solomon remains a captivating presence on the show. And for now, he’s content to let the drama play out — and leave the rest to the viewers.
