JoJo Siwa, the vibrant entertainer known for her colorful persona and candidness, has recently been at the center of media attention following her stint on Celebrity Big Brother UK. The 21-year-old star made headlines not just for her participation in the reality show but also for significant personal revelations and relationship changes that unfolded during and after her time in the Big Brother house.
In a heartfelt interview on ITV’s This Morning, JoJo opened up about her breakup with Australian content creator Kath Ebbs and her evolving understanding of her sexual identity. These revelations have sparked widespread discussions about self-discovery, the complexities of relationships, and the journey of understanding one’s identity.
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💔 The Unexpected Breakup with Kath Ebbs
JoJo Siwa and Kath Ebbs, a non-binary Australian influencer and actor, publicly confirmed their relationship in January 2025. The couple shared glimpses of their affection on social media, with JoJo referring to Kath as her “girlfriend” and Kath reciprocating with posts celebrating their connection.
However, the relationship came to an abrupt end during the wrap party of Celebrity Big Brother UK in late April. JoJo revealed that the breakup was unplanned and occurred during an honest conversation initiated by Kath. “Initially, I was told that the wrap party was something they didn’t want to attend, and then about an hour into the wrap party, they decided they wanted to,” JoJo explained during her interview on This Morning. “I was genuinely just going to have a conversation before, and then it just led to another.”
Kath Ebbs later shared their perspective on the breakup through a now-deleted TikTok video, expressing feelings of shock and emotional distress. They described the experience as one of the most challenging in their adult life, citing JoJo’s “confused feelings” and realization during the show that they weren’t compatible for a long-term relationship.
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A Journey of Self-Discovery
During her time on Celebrity Big Brother UK, JoJo engaged in deep conversations about her identity, leading to a significant personal revelation. In a candid discussion with fellow housemate Danny Beard, JoJo shared that she no longer identifies as a lesbian but embraces the term “queer” to better reflect her evolving understanding of her sexuality.
“I’ve always told myself, I’m a lesbian,” JoJo admitted. “I think being here, I’ve realized I’m not a lesbian, I’m queer.” She humorously added, “I’ve dropped the L and I’ve gone to the Q, baby! That’s what I love about sexuality.”
The Nature of Her Relationship with Chris Hughes
Clarifying the Bond
JoJo’s close friendship with fellow Celebrity Big Brother UK contestant Chris Hughes sparked speculation about a potential romantic relationship, especially following her breakup with Kath Ebbs. The duo was seen spending time together outside the Big Brother house, including outings to a tennis club and a pub lunch.
Addressing the rumors, JoJo clarified that her bond with Chris is strictly platonic. “He’s a gorgeous boy, he’s a great guy, but we’re just friends,” she stated during her This Morning interview. Chris echoed this sentiment, describing their connection as a “soulmate friendship.”
Despite public speculation, both JoJo and Chris emphasized that their relationship is rooted in deep friendship and mutual respect, not romance.
JoJo credited her time in the Big Brother house as a period of significant personal growth. Isolated from the outside world, she had the opportunity to reflect on various aspects of her life. “I was now in my own thoughts, away from everyone that I know, away from outside opinions, away from everything,” she shared. “And I sat with myself and from that point on, I really realized things that I was okay with in my life that I should never have been okay with in the first place.”