LONDON, England — JoJo Siwa’s ex-partner has publicly shared details regarding their recent breakup following the singer-dancer’s notable appearance on “Celebrity Big Brother U.K.” The split was revealed by Kath Ebbs, who had been in a relationship with Siwa since 2024, during a heartfelt Instagram video posted on Saturday.
In the emotionally charged video, which has since been removed, Ebbs described their shock over the unexpected end of their relationship, which they officially learned about at the CBBUK after-party. “I’m filming this in a complete state of shock,” Ebbs, who identifies as nonbinary, stated, expressing their pain over not receiving clarity from Siwa, whom they believed to be a significant part of their life.
While speculation related to Siwa’s close moments with fellow contestant and Love Island star Chris Hughes swirled online, Ebbs voiced that they felt secure about their relationship. They had traveled from Australia to the U.K. to support Siwa during the show’s final moments. “I thought that I would come on here right now with my partner, but instead I was dumped at the after-party,” Ebbs shared, conveying the confusion and heartbreak stemming from the sudden change in their relationship status.
As Ebbs recounted their experience at the after-party, they revealed that Siwa expressed uncertainty about their future together. “I was told that there are confused feelings there,” Ebbs said, emphasizing the emotional toll the news had taken on them. They admitted to feeling “incredibly humiliated” and described the shocking nature of the breakup.
Siwa, during her time on the show, also reflected on her evolving understanding of her identity. In a livestream, she confided, “I’ve always told myself I’m a lesbian, and I think being here I’ve realized, ‘Oh, I’m not a lesbian, I’m queer.'” This revelation seemed to resonate with her experiences inside the house, where she had formed a bond with Hughes, creating a private language to explore and discuss her gender identity.
Reflecting further on their own situation, Ebbs expressed their feelings about Siwa’s desire to explore her independence. “The person that told me a lot of big things and reassured me has decided that they don’t want to be with me,” they said, acknowledging the emotional turmoil that had ensued.
Ebbs urged fans and viewers of “Big Brother” to approach discussions about Siwa and their relationship with kindness. “I don’t want to get on here and be negative about it, because there’s been enough of that in the last few weeks,” they stated, advocating for respect and understanding given the public scrutiny both they and Siwa have faced.
In response to the growing speculation about Siwa and Hughes, Ebbs noted that the emotions displayed on the show were genuine, despite the framing of reality television. They maintained a neutral stance regarding Hughes, adding, “In terms of their relationship, that’s their journey.”
Hughes, for his part, has characterized his relationship with Siwa as strictly platonic, emphasizing the friendship they share. “JoJo was like a pure rock to me. From a friendship point of view, yeah, of course I love her,” he remarked, aiming to clarify their connection amidst swirling rumors.
As these narratives unfold in the public eye, both Ebbs and Siwa grapple with the implications of their experiences within the context of personal relationships and public expectation.