In a shocking turn of events, JoJo Siwa's partner Kath Ebbs confirmed their breakup shortly after the Celebrity Big Brother finale, revealing that JoJo ended the relationship during the afterparty on April 25, 2025. The couple, who had been together since November, faced public scrutiny due to JoJo's close friendship with fellow contestant Chris Hughes, which many viewers speculated might have affected their relationship.
JoJo, 21, finished in third place on the reality show, which culminated in a live finale that crowned Coronation Street star Jack P Shepherd as the winner. While other contestants were greeted by their loved ones, JoJo stood alone on stage, highlighting the tension surrounding her relationship with Kath.
On April 26, Kath took to Instagram to address the breakup, stating, "I'm filming this in a complete state of shock, but I honestly feel so numbed out right now and so disorientated." They expressed feelings of humiliation and confusion, describing their experience as a version of "love bombing," where they felt adored privately but hurt publicly. Kath explained, "Being told I am the love of someone's life, being asked to marry them before this social experiment, being adored throughout behind closed doors, being hurt by what I saw but wanting to work through it and have a conversation and get clarity, to be met with being further humiliated..."
Kath's video revealed that they had flown to the UK to support JoJo during the live show, only to be dumped at the afterparty. "Before I could get back to the hotel, I went to the afterparty with my, I guess now ex, crazy thing to say, and was dumped at the party," Kath recounted. They mentioned being told that JoJo had "confused feelings" and realized during the show that Kath was not the person she wanted to be with in the foreseeable future.
The breakup follows a series of intimate moments between JoJo and Chris during their time in the Big Brother house, including pillow talk and cuddling. Their bond raised eyebrows among fans, many of whom began to question JoJo's commitment to Kath. Viewers noted instances where JoJo appeared to be emotionally closer to Chris, leading to accusations of infidelity against her.
In the days leading up to the finale, JoJo received a letter from home that included a message from Kath. Initially excited, JoJo later expressed disappointment over the lack of affection in the note, stating, "I do have beef to pick with them though, they didn’t even say in the note that they love me. I will not let them live that down." This sentiment foreshadowed the turmoil that would soon unfold.
After the finale, Kath attended the afterparty but chose not to appear on camera, opting instead for a private reunion with JoJo. However, the evening took a turn when JoJo ended their relationship. Kath's emotional reaction resonated with many fans, who took to social media to express their outrage and sympathy.
Fans reacted strongly to the breakup, with many accusing JoJo of being unfaithful. One comment read, "Imagine watching your partner fall in love with someone else in real time. Cannot even begin to fathom that." Kath seemed to agree with these sentiments, liking comments that criticized JoJo's actions during the show.
Throughout the show, JoJo's interactions with Chris were often playful and flirtatious, leading to speculation about their relationship. Chris even referred to JoJo as his "girlfriend," further blurring the lines between friendship and romance. This close bond sparked discussions among fans, many of whom felt that JoJo's behavior was inappropriate given her relationship with Kath.
As the dust settles from the finale, JoJo is left to navigate the fallout from her actions within the Big Brother house. She expressed gratitude for her time on the show, stating, "I feel very grateful, I feel very confused, I feel very happy. I feel very lucky, I feel guilty for how happy I have been." However, the emotional toll of the breakup and the public scrutiny surrounding her friendship with Chris are likely to linger.
As for Kath, their candid reflection on the breakup has resonated with many, as they navigate the complexities of love and heartbreak in the public eye. The couple's split serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by those in the spotlight, where personal relationships can become entangled with public perception.
With applications for the next series of Big Brother now open, fans are left to wonder how this dramatic chapter in JoJo's life will influence her future relationships and public persona. As the reality star moves forward, the lessons learned from this experience may shape her approach to love and friendship in the years to come.
