Reality star JoJo Siwa has publicly addressed the speculation surrounding her relationship with former Love Island contestant Chris Hughes, following his recent declaration of being 'single' on television.
The Source of the Confusion
The couple, who met on Celebrity Big Brother earlier this year, confirmed their romantic relationship in June 2025 and have appeared openly smitten. However, fans were left puzzled when an episode of BBC's Celebrity MasterChef aired this week featuring Chris Hughes. Speaking to the cameras on the show, the reality star stated, "So, I live on my own, I've been single for three years, so it's not like I'm cooking for anyone." He added that it was "quite sad" and that he needed "someone there to show off to in the kitchen."
Setting the Record Straight
JoJo Siwa chose to quell the rumours while celebrating a significant milestone with her partner. Marking their six-month anniversary, the American star posted a heartfelt collection of photos on Instagram. Her caption read, "6 months (heart emoji), wouldn't trade one day for anything." She also shared a video of the couple dancing, captioned "Full heart the last six months" alongside a heart emoji. While JoJo shared these affectionate posts, Chris Hughes has remained silent on both the anniversary and the surrounding speculation.
The Timeline Explained
The apparent contradiction was quickly resolved by sharp-eyed viewers who remembered the filming schedules. As it turns out, the Celebrity MasterChef episode was recorded before Chris had even met JoJo during his time on Celebrity Big Brother. One social media user clarified, "They announced in May that he had filmed MasterChef before Big Brother. They didn't know if it was ever actually going to air." Another supporter echoed this, writing, "It was filmed earlier this year before he met her."
In a recent interview, Chris Hughes opened up about the genuine beginnings of their romance. He revealed on the Question The Default podcast that his feelings for JoJo developed during a trip to Mexico soon after their stint in the Celebrity Big Brother house. Chris flew out to surprise her and later spent time with her and her family in Orlando. He described the development of their relationship as something that "just happened" and was not "rushed or forced."
Looking to the future, JoJo Siwa has already shared some of her aspirations, commenting on her vision for a potential wedding. She mentioned wanting a baby-blue colour scheme and expressed her intention to help Chris curate the perfect playlist for their big day.
