JoJo Siwa and Chris Hughes have sparked romance rumors after sharing cuddly photos from their Mexican getaway. The pair, who recently appeared together on Celebrity Big Brother, have been getting close following Siwa’s split from her ex-partner Kath Ebbs.
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Chris Hughes took to Instagram on May 20 to post a series of adorable photos featuring him and JoJo Siwa on vacation in Mexico. The caption read, “The previous 7 days have been the prettiest,” hinting at the romantic nature of their trip. Siwa, in response, expressed her happiness by commenting, “& happiest:). Heart is overflowing.”
The photos shared by Hughes show the duo taking selfies, cuddling on a couch, and embracing in a restaurant. Additionally, The Sun published a photo on May 22 alleging that Siwa and Hughes were captured kissing in a pool at a Mexican hotel, adding fuel to the romance rumors.
In an interview with PEOPLE at the Epic Universe Celestial Carpet Opening Celebration in Florida on May 21, Siwa shared that she is currently in a great place and feeling happier than ever. Despite the breakup with Ebbs, Siwa expressed her joy and contentment with her current situation, stating, “I’m in such a great place. I’m so, so happy.”
Siwa and Hughes had previously clarified that their relationship is platonic, with Siwa describing Hughes as a “gorgeous boy” and emphasizing the fun they have together. Hughes, on the other hand, referred to their bond as a “soulmate friendship” and highlighted the support Siwa provided him during their time on Celebrity Big Brother U.K.
Following Siwa’s appearance on The Viall Files, where she discussed the timeline of her split with Ebbs and reiterated her platonic relationship with Hughes, Ebbs responded to the situation by stating that attacks on her character are unfounded. Despite the public speculation, Siwa made it clear that her breakup with Ebbs had no connection to her friendship with Hughes.
With their adorable photos and supportive dynamic, JoJo Siwa and Chris Hughes continue to captivate fans and fuel rumors of a budding romance. The pair’s journey from reality TV to a close friendship has intrigued many, leaving fans eager to see what the future holds for these two.