JoJo Siwa is making headlines once again, and this time, it’s all about her budding romance with her Celebrity Big Brother co-star, Chris Hughes. The former Dance Moms star and all-around entertainment powerhouse just confirmed she’s officially dating Love Island alum, and she’s not holding back on the feels.
After months of speculation and chemistry-filled reality TV appearances, JoJo Siwa confirmed the romance herself in a brand new interview with The Guardian. “It’s not platonic anymore, and it’s been a beautiful development, a beautiful connection, and I’m absolutely head over heels for him and he’s the same way,” the 22-year-old shared.
For those who’ve been following along, JoJo and Chris first met as contestants on Celebrity Big Brother UK earlier this year. Fans immediately picked up on their spark, but both insisted they were just friends, despite the PDA-packed photos and playful vibes that fueled online rumors.
JoJo Siwa and Chris Hughes Are Finally Official
The timeline of it all raised some eyebrows. When JoJo entered the CBB house, she was in a relationship with Australian actor Kath Ebbs, who identifies as non-binary. The two broke up not long after the show wrapped, prompting even more gossip that JoJo and Chris were more than just close housemates. But both JoJo and Chris have denied that their connection had anything to do with the split.
Now, JoJo is putting all the rumors to rest and letting the world know she’s happy, like, really happy. “Clearly, you’ve never been around us,” she told The Guardian. “I won’t ever speak for him, but for me personally, the happiness in my life just radiates off of me right now. Literally yesterday, I was massaging my cheeks; I’ve never [before] been in pain from smiling so much.”
And if you’re thinking this might all be a PR move? Siwa says she and Hughes have “a very genuine connection,” and that nothing about their relationship is for show. “We’re not faking a thing,” she said, adding that even her family has noticed how much lighter and happier she seems lately.
From Friends to Lovers
Of course, internet sleuths have been watching this pairing develop for months. Social media lit up when the two began posting cozy pictures and videos together, sparking both excitement and skepticism. But if JoJo’s glowing statements are any indication, this is the real deal.
The romance also marks a notable shift in JoJo’s personal journey. Known for being open about her sexuality, JoJo previously came out as part of the LGBTQ+ community and had identified as a lesbian. Her new relationship with Chris shows that love can evolve, and for JoJo, it’s all about the person, not the label.
Whether you’re a longtime Siwa fan or just a sucker for a reality TV love story, it looks like JoJo Siwa and Chris Hughes are the couple to watch. With JoJo’s signature confidence and Chris’s charm, they might just be the next unexpected duo we didn’t see coming.
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