JoJo Siwa and Chris Hughes made their first joint appearance following their stint on Celebrity Big Brother, sitting down for a candid interview on ITV’s This Morning to discuss their connection in the house — and the breakup that followed.
The pop star and former Love Island contestant became a headline-making duo during the latest season of Celebrity Big Brother, with fans — and critics — closely following their interactions. The pair were often seen hugging, cuddling, and sharing kisses throughout the show, sparking speculation about the nature of their relationship.
But controversy soon followed due to the pair’s 11-year age gap — Hughes is 32, Siwa is 21 — and the fact that Siwa was still in a relationship with Australian influencer Kath Ebbs at the time.
During the interview with hosts Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard on Monday, Siwa confirmed that she ended her relationship with Ebbs at the show’s wrap party on Friday, April 25 — a revelation that Ebbs had previously shared via social media.
“It wasn’t my plan,” Siwa said when asked about the highly public breakup. “I was told they weren’t going to attend the wrap party, and then they arrived about an hour in. They straight up asked me if I was happy, and I said no. One thing led to another, and that conversation happened there.”
Ebbs had earlier expressed on Instagram that they were left “shocked” and “numb,” accusing Siwa of expressing love privately while showing conflicting behavior on-screen. Despite feeling “humiliated” by the timing of the breakup, Ebbs said they had initially hoped to work through the issues.
Reflecting on her time in the house, Siwa shared that the experience forced her to confront personal truths. “Day one, fun. Day two, fun. But by day three, I was sitting with myself and realized I had been OK with things I shouldn’t have been,” she said. “When I got out, I knew I had to make changes in my life.”
Though their chemistry on the show raised questions, both Siwa and Hughes emphasized that their bond remains platonic — but deeply meaningful.
JoJo Siwa and Chris Hughes on ‘Celebrity Big Brother UK.’ Photo: ITV
“It’s just a really strong friendship,” Hughes told the hosts. “You can have a soulmate friendship. It’s not romantic, but it’s special. Going through an experience like that with someone… was beautiful.”
When asked if their relationship could ever turn romantic, Siwa responded with a smile: “Whatever life does, life will do.”
As of now, both stars say they are focused on personal growth and grateful for the bond they formed in the house — regardless of public speculation.
