JoJo Siwa and Chris Hughes have become one of the most talked-about duos in entertainment, sparking widespread speculation about their relationship after their time together on Celebrity Big Brother UK. Over the past few months, their bond has evolved from a close friendship into what many believe is a blossoming romance, with both stars sharing intimate moments and affectionate gestures that have captivated fans on both sides of the Atlantic.
On June 1, 2025, Chris Hughes, 32, set social media abuzz when he posted a tender Snapchat selfie showing himself and JoJo Siwa, 22, snuggled up in bed. In the photo, Hughes, shirtless, kissed Siwa’s forehead as she rested her head against his chest with a soft smile and closed eyes. The caption read, “Sleeepinnn beauty,” a simple yet intimate message that fans quickly seized upon as a clear sign of their closeness.
This affectionate display was far from the first hint that the pair’s connection had deepened beyond mere friendship. Their relationship first made headlines during their stint on Celebrity Big Brother UK in April 2025, where their chemistry was unmistakable. Fans noticed their frequent physical closeness and the easy rapport they shared, which led to early rumors of a romance. However, both Siwa and Hughes initially described their bond as platonic.
Following the show, JoJo Siwa ended her longtime partnership with Kath Ebbs. Despite the timing, Siwa told Us Weekly in a May 2025 cover story that her friendship with Hughes “had absolutely nothing to do with my breakup.” She explained that their connection was a “great little special friendship” and that they “still speak all the time.”
Yet, their interactions since the show have painted a picture of something more. In May, JoJo celebrated her 22nd birthday with a trip to Mexico, where Hughes was a prominent presence in her Instagram posts. The carousel included several cozy photos of the pair, with one showing Hughes holding Siwa’s leg. JoJo described the week as “more magical than anything,” filled with “surprises, family time, performing, chilling, laughing, loving, smiling, and good meaningful cries.”
Shortly after the birthday celebrations, The Sun obtained photos of Siwa and Hughes sharing a kiss on their Mexico vacation, fueling rumors that the two were officially a couple. Despite this, when asked on ITV’s Lorraine whether Hughes was her boyfriend, Siwa laughed and said, “No,” adding that they had “a lot of chats” but never about exclusivity. She praised Hughes, saying, “Chris is doing the furthest thing from letting us down. He couldn’t let me down even if he tried. He couldn’t let anybody down. He’s the best man.”
Adding to the intrigue, just days before Hughes’ Snapchat post, he was spotted greeting JoJo and her mother at a London airport with flowers. Siwa revealed on Channel 4’s Sunday Brunch on June 1 that her family adores Hughes. She said, “My parents think the absolute world of him, and he and my dad are like best friends. Chris was actually telling me that yesterday they went to the spa together. They’re literally best friends.”
JoJo emotionally shared how much it means to her to see her mother so happy, saying, “I love watching her watch us because I’ve never seen my mum so happy. It feels like we’re a family. It feels like he’s been in my family for however many years. It feels like forever.”
Reflecting on her feelings for Hughes during a Q&A at Pineapple Dance Studios in London on May 31, JoJo described the moment she realized she had feelings for Chris as a gradual process rather than a sudden revelation. “Loads of different times, loads of different times on different levels. I’m very, very happy where we are currently,” she said. “One of my biggest frustrations in my life now is that I actually don’t know the moment that it happened. It was never like a light switch. It was just… serendipity!”
JoJo also hinted at the possibility of relocating to the UK to be closer to Hughes, though she emphasized that for now, she’s comfortable splitting her time between the US and UK. “Obviously I have a beautiful boy here and he’s incredible, obviously he’s here, his friends are here, and his family is here,” she said. “Life is life, and I think there’s no shame in splitting time.” She added that after growing up dreading visits to the UK due to unfamiliar food and culture, she now loves it and feels embraced by the culture after her experience on Celebrity Big Brother.
Her affection for the UK was evident during her recent London shows, which she described as “the perfect time with perfect people in a perfect place.” JoJo said she has “never felt so content and happy” and shared backstage photos of herself with Hughes, further fueling speculation about their relationship.
During one of her London performances, JoJo appeared to confirm their romance by changing the final lyrics of her cover of “Bette Davis’ Eyes” to sing “Chris Hughes’ Eyes.” She said the change made her happy and sparked a huge cheer from the audience. The emotional moment ended with JoJo fighting back tears as she told fans she felt “so special and so loved,” a stark contrast to earlier times when she felt “one of the most hated people in the world.”
Chris Hughes, meanwhile, has openly expressed how much JoJo means to him. In an interview with House Of Cavani, he described his relationship status simply as “happy” and called JoJo his “favourite person” and “favourite human.” He admitted she’s become his “favourite topic of conversation” and someone he can talk about “relentlessly.”
From their initial meeting on reality TV to their increasingly public displays of affection, JoJo Siwa and Chris Hughes have captured the attention of fans worldwide. While they have maintained some privacy about the exact nature of their relationship, their actions and words suggest a deep bond that continues to grow stronger. Whether they choose to make the UK their shared home or split their time across continents, one thing is clear: their connection has brought joy not only to themselves but to everyone watching their story unfold.
