JoJo Siwa, the 22-year-old singer and former Dance Moms star, found herself overwhelmed with emotion last Thursday after a simple compliment from her boyfriend, Chris Hughes, 32, unexpectedly touched a deep, long-held insecurity.
The couple, who met earlier this year on the UK edition of Celebrity Big Brother, have been making headlines for their unlikely romance, which blossomed from a friendship formed in the reality show's house into a loving relationship confirmed publicly in June 2025.
In a heartfelt TikTok video shared by JoJo, she tearfully recounted how Chris's spontaneous comment about her hairline — "You have a really good hairline" — brought her to tears. "That's the number one thing I was bullied for as a kid," she explained through her tears. "It's made me destroy myself over the years and you just said it out of literal nowhere. It was just really nice." Chris, clearly taken aback by her emotional response, comforted her by wiping away her tears and reaffirming his admiration, saying, "I love your hair. You've got really good hair."
The video’s caption revealed more about the significance of this moment for JoJo. She referenced the "2017-2020 hairline memes" that once plagued her confidence but no longer affect her daily life. "He had no idea of the 2017-2020 hairline memes, that I’m not affected by on the daily anymore, but him saying this out of thin air literally finished healing a part of me," she wrote. The metaphor of a "band aid over it for the last 8 years" poignantly captured how Chris’s words helped her confront and heal from years of insecurity.
JoJo’s struggles with her hairline are rooted in childhood. She previously revealed that she developed a stress rash on her scalp during her time filming the reality show Dance Moms, which led to a bald spot. This condition was worsened by the tight ponytails she wore for performances, a hairstyle that became her signature look and a key part of her brand. She clarified in a TikTok video that her hair loss was not caused by the ponytails themselves but was a result of the stress rash. During an episode of Fox’s Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test in November 2023, JoJo opened up about the challenge of dealing with public judgment about her hair, saying, "A 12-year-old shouldn’t have a stress rash on their head that makes them bald, but I did." These candid admissions have endeared her to fans who admire her resilience.
Chris Hughes, a former Love Island contestant, has been equally open about his feelings for JoJo. In interviews, he has described her as "literally the love of my life" and his "best friend," emphasizing the depth of their connection. Despite the challenges of a long-distance relationship, with Chris currently in the US, the couple have been inseparable emotionally.
Earlier this month, Chris revealed to Us Weekly that they have discussed marriage and children — topics that reflect the seriousness of their commitment despite their relatively short time together. "We genuinely speak to each other about this, I would be lying if I said we didn't," he said. "When you're besotted with each other and in love with someone I think it's fun to look forward to those things." He went on, "Of course I want to get married to her, I would never shy away from that. And one day I want to have children. We both come from extremely loving families and very wholesome families who care for you so it would be nice to reciprocate that going forward. One day I'd love to have children, it would be an absolute dream for sure."
Chris also shared a playful and intimate detail about their relationship, revealing that JoJo has given his private parts the nicknames "Jimmy and Timmy," which he joked must mean she likes them. This lighthearted confession adds a glimpse of their affectionate and fun dynamic.
Their first "proper date" happened recently in Malibu, where they enjoyed a lovely dinner followed by an hour-long drive back, during which they reflected on the significance of the evening. Chris recalled, "We parked up and we said to each other, 'That was actually our first proper date together.'" JoJo echoed the sentiment, telling TMZ, "He is my favourite person in the world... It's beautiful, it kind of radiates. He's my favourite person and I am very grateful and very happy." She also dismissed rumors that their relationship was a publicity stunt, telling The Guardian, "Clearly, you've never been around us. 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."
Their journey from reality TV co-stars to a deeply bonded couple has captivated fans worldwide. JoJo’s public vulnerability about her past insecurities, coupled with Chris’s unwavering support, paints a picture of a relationship built on trust, understanding, and genuine affection.
JoJo’s romantic history also adds context to her current happiness. Earlier in 2025, she had been in a relationship with Australian content creator Kath Ebbs, whom she publicly dated after being introduced by mutual friend G-Flip. JoJo described that relationship as "very mature" and "beautiful," even mentioning marriage talks. However, their romance ended abruptly at the Celebrity Big Brother wrap party in April 2025, mere hours after JoJo finished third on the show and had grown close to Chris.
Since then, JoJo and Chris’s relationship has flourished, with the former Love Island star flying out to Los Angeles to be with JoJo. Their affectionate exchanges and candid interviews reveal a couple that not only shares love but also friendship and mutual respect.
As JoJo continues to heal from past wounds and embrace her true self, Chris’s support remains a cornerstone of her journey. Their story is a testament to the power of kindness and the unexpected ways love can help mend old scars.
