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Metro
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Chris Hughes reveals the sweet way JoJo Siwa has 'rubbed off' on him
Chris Hughes has shared a sweet way his freshly confirmed other half JoJo Siwa has 'rubbed off' on him. American TV and social media star JoJo entered the Celebrity Big Brother House in April and quickly bonded with Chris, best known for his stint on Love Island in 2017. At the show's after party JoJo also dumped her partner Kath Ebbs, 27. Since then JoJo and Chris have been spending time together in the UK and US, sharing intimate photos – including one of them in bed together. After weeks of speculation, JoJo, 22, confirmed she and Chris, 32, have made their relationship official and she's started calling him her boyfriend, in a new interview with Capital Radio. She said: 'I'm sure it's no secret to people, I am in a lovely relationship with a sweet boy named Christopher Hughes.' Chris has now shared a sweet update on the couple, as he joined a knackered Sam Thompson on his multi-marathon challenge. Wake up to find news on your TV shows in your inbox every morning with Metro's TV Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your show in the link we'll send you so we can get TV news tailored to you. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Sam congratulated Chris on his new relationship, after a tough day cycling 43K, and the loved up former Islander had some motivational advice he had taken from JoJo. Chris told Sam on HitsRadio: 'I said to Sam on the way around, just keep it pushing and that's her terminology rubbed off on me, but it's a great phrase for this. You just gotta keep it pushing.' Sam went on to say that Chris looks 'incredibly happy' as he congratulated him on the new relationship status. 'I was saying, just chase the happiness,' said Sam. 'That's the most important thing in this world. And I'm really happy for you mate.' More Trending He added: 'You look over the moon and it makes me happy. So, yeah, keep doing it mate. Anything that makes you happy, you keep cracking on.' In a recent interview with the Guardian, JoJo again spoke about identifying as queer, which she said best 'encompasses how I am, and who I am', adding: 'You can't help who you love.' During an appearance on Sunday Brunch yesterday, JoJo spoke about her family's opinion on her new partner. View More » 'She (her mother Jessalynn) does love him. My parents think the absolute world of him, and him and my dad are like best friends,' she said. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Chris Hughes causes a stir with topless photo in bed with JoJo Siwa MORE: Chris Hughes reveals health scare after finding 'small lump' on his testicles MORE: Chris Hughes' ex Olivia Attwood gives scathing response to his JoJo Siwa 'romance'
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
JoJo Siwa confirms she and Chris Hughes have made their romance official as she gushes she's 'head over heels' for him - after that steamy bedroom snap
JoJo Siwa has confirmed she's made her relationship with Chris Hughes official, as she gushed she's 'head over heels' for him after weeks of speculation. The dancer, 22, and Love Island star, 32 have sparked a social media frenzy since meeting in the Celebrity Big Brother house in April, with their sweet friendship blossoming into romance after the series ended. While JoJo has been grilled many times on her relationship status, she had been noticeably coy, simply branding Chris her 'favourite person in the world.' But in a new interview with Capital Radio, JoJo confirmed that she and Chris have made their relationship official, and she's started calling him her boyfriend. Speaking in a video for the channels' new series Capital Buzz, the dancer admitted that she's had to explain her viral 'Dream guest on my podcast' moment to Chris. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the Daily Mail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. She then added: 'I'm sure it's no secret to people, I am in a lovely relationship with a sweet boy named Christopher Hughes.' In an earlier interview with The Guardian, JoJo gushed about her blossoming romance with Chris, when asked whether things between them were still platonic. She said: 'It's not platonic any more, and it's been a beautiful development, a beautiful connection, and I'm absolutely head over heels for him and he's the same way.' The Dance Moms star also hit back at speculation that their relationship is a 'PR stunt,' saying: 'Clearly, you've never been around us. I won't ever speak for him, but for me personally, the happiness in my life just radiates off of me right now. 'Literally yesterday, I was massaging my cheeks; I've never [before] been in pain from smiling so much.' On Sunday, Chris sent fans into a frenzy when he shared a steam bedroom snap with JoJo on Snapchat. Sharing the sweet image of himself and JoJo cuddled in bed together, he captioned the image: 'Sleeping beauty.' JoJo also appeared on Sunday's edition on Sunday Brunch, and fought back tears as she emotionally shared how Chris has been embraced by her family since he first flew to the US to surprise her for her 22nd birthday last month. She said: 'She loves him, she does love him. My parents think the absolute world of him, and him and my Dad are like best friends, Chris was actually telling me this yesterday, they went to the spa together yesterday. 'They're literally best friends, Mom Siwa she absolutely adores him. I love watching her watch us, because I've never seen my mom so happy, and it's... it's... I could cry. 'Honestly, it makes me happy to have everybody act as... it feels like we're a family, it feels like he's been in my family for how ever many years it feels like forever. 'He gets along as well as I do. I think he loves me becuase of my parents!' On Wednesday, JoJo took to Instagram to reflect on her London shows, admitting she has never felt so 'content and happy,' and described her first few days in the UK as 'the perfect time with perfect people in a perfect place'. Her post included a slew of snaps from her performance, including a sweet image that showed herself and Chris embracing backstage. Chris recently revealed his relationship status with JoJo, after the singer seemingly confirmed their romance with a sweet on-stage tribute. The ITV star had a simple one-word answer when asked whether he and JoJo were in a relationship during a Q&A session. The presenter admitted: 'Happy. That's my relationship status - happy. Yeah, I'm just happy that's good. I'm happy with that.' Despite the guarded answer, Chris still gushed about his close relationship with JoJo, admitting she's become his 'favourite topic of conversation.' He said: 'She's just just my favourite human and somebody I can literally talk about relentlessly.' During her performance in London on Tuesday, JoJo seemed to confirm their friendship with Chris had blossomed into romance, before breaking down in tears as she told fans she feels 'incredibly loved '. The star once again performed her cover of Bette Davies' Eyes, and changed the end of the song's lyrics to sing ' Chris Hughes ' Eyes'. Admitting she'd changed the end of the song because it made her 'happy,' she added: 'I'll tell you this much, if it's not obvious, that ending lyric is very much true,' sparking a huge cheer from the fans in attendance. Chris had attended JoJo's first show in London the previous night, but the star admitted he couldn't attend Tuesday's performance. Instead, she brought along the orange beanie he'd given her while in the house, after she caught Chris singing one of her hits while she was still asleep. She told the audience: 'This morning I woke up and all I heard was [sings Nobody Can Change me] he was singing, so I figured today I'd bring a little bit of him while I sing this next song.' As the show came to a close, JoJo wept at the crowd's reception, telling her fans that after once feeling she was 'one of the most hated people in the world,' she felt 'so special and so loved'.
IOL News
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Former Capital Radio 604 and SuperSport presenter Darren Scott dies
Radio personality Darren Scott passed away on Tuesday morning Image: Facebook DARREN Scott a host on Capital Radio 604, a radio station that broadcasted from transmitters located in the Transkei using Medium Wave (AM) on 603 kHz to audiences in South Africa during the apartheid era has passed away. Scott was diagnosed with stage 4 malignant melanoma and after a lengthy battle with illness passed away on Tuesday, was with Hot 102.7 FM. He previously worked as a SuperSport presenter. Capital Radio presenters included Alan Mann, John Berks, Martin Bailie, Oscar Renzi, Kevin Savage, Tony Murrell, Alan Khan, Dave Guselli, Barry Lambert, Kenny Maistry, Jeremy Mansfield and Treasure Tshabalala. Other well-known radio stations that Scott worked for included East Coast Radio, 5FM, Radio Bop and also presented his 'Just Plain Breakfast' show on Jacaranda. In a post on social media, Hot 102.7 FM said, "It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of a Hot 1027 radio legend. Earlier today, Darren Scott lost his battle to cancer. "He fought the battle for many years. The last few months have been very difficult for Darren with numerous hospital stays. "Darren will be remembered for his passion for radio, wit, creativity and charitable work. He will be missed by all of us at Hot 1027 and listeners across the country. Our condolences go out to Darren's boys, Mark and Matthew and the rest of the family. Rest in peace, Darren. We will miss you." Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Tributes Lianca Lianca - "Another voice of my childhood has gone silent. RIP Darren Scott. Alongside legends Jeremy Mansfield, Mark Pilgrim, and Kevin Savage — you were the soundtrack to our youth. Your voices filled our homes, our cars, our lives. You carried me through heartache, late-night studying, and unforgettable memories. Thank you for the laughs, the music, the memories. Gone, but never forgotten." Shawn Karpakis - "RIP Darren another legend in Radio gone condolences to his family." Marco Dos Santos - "R.I.P Darren Scott. My condolences to the family, friends and colleagues at Hot FM." Natasha Govender - "We have lost a great voice and personality , a Legend that will always be remembered. May your soul RIP, Darren Scott." Susan Mary Cersosimo - "What a sad day for all who knew Darren Scott but he is finally free from the suffering. I had the privilege of meeting Darren in person what a fantastic person. A true legend indeed RIP Darren." DAILY NEWS
The South African
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The South African
Darren Scott's wife posts tear-jerking tribute message
Veteran South African radio and television presenter Darren Scott tragically lost his battle against cancer on Monday night. He was 61. Scott enjoyed a media career spanning over four decades. He was widely known for his engaging broadcasting style and deep knowledge of sport and music in particular. He quickly became a household name in the country's media landscape. His ex-wife Sarah-Kate Accetta posted a touching tribute on Facebook on Tuesday morning. Darren Scott began his radio journey in the early 1980s at Capital Radio. Over the years, he has hosted shows on several prominent South African radio stations, including 702, 5FM, East Coast Radio, Jacaranda 94.2, and Hot 91.9FM. He was most recently the host of the 'Just Plain Drive' show on HOT 102.7FM, where he entertained listeners with his signature blend of music and commentary. In addition to radio, Scott had a significant presence on television. He was the host of the popular rugby show 'Boots & All' on SuperSport, further cementing his reputation as a leading sports broadcaster in South Africa. Throughout his illustrious career, Darren Scott received numerous accolades. He was nominated for over 30 Liberty Radio Awards, winning 14, including Best Breakfast Presenter or Show for every year he was nominated. In 1997, he was named South African Sports Journalist of the Year. Additionally, he has won the You Magazine Personality of the Year Award and two People Magazine Sports Presenter of the Year awards. Born on 6 January 1964, in Johannesburg, Scott faced significant health challenges. Diagnosed with melanoma, an aggressive form of skin cancer, nearly 40 years ago, he battled a recurrence of the disease multiple times. In recent years, new tumours were discovered, prompting him to return to South Africa from the United States to continue treatment. His most recent employer, HOT 102.7FM, supported him during this time, and a BackaBuddy campaign was launched to assist with his medical expenses. Scott is also a father to two sons, Mark and Matthew, and is known for his philanthropic efforts, including raising funds for various charities. Darren Scott's enduring presence in South African media and his resilience in the face of personal challenges have made him a respected and beloved figure among audiences nationwide. Post your condolences – and fondest memories – of Darren Scott below: Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The South African
RIP: Darren Scott dies after brave cancer battle aged 61
Veteran South African radio and television presenter Darren Scott died on Monday night after a lengthy an brave battle against cancer. He was 61. Scott enjoyed a career spanning over four decades. He was known for his engaging broadcasting style and deep knowledge of sports and music and became a household name in the country's media landscape. His ex-wife Sarah-Kate Accetta posted a touching tribute on Facebook on Tuesday morning. Darren Scott began his radio journey in the early 1980s at Capital Radio. Over the years, he has hosted shows on several prominent South African radio stations, including 702, 5FM, East Coast Radio, Jacaranda 94.2, and Hot 91.9FM. He was most recently the host of the 'Just Plain Drive' show on HOT 102.7FM, where he entertained listeners with his signature blend of music and commentary. In addition to radio, Scott had a significant presence on television. He was the host of the popular rugby show 'Boots & All' on SuperSport, further cementing his reputation as a leading sports broadcaster in South Africa. Throughout his illustrious career, Darren Scott received numerous accolades. He was nominated for over 30 Liberty Radio Awards, winning 14, including Best Breakfast Presenter or Show for every year he was nominated. In 1997, he was named South African Sports Journalist of the Year. Additionally, he has won the You Magazine Personality of the Year Award and two People Magazine Sports Presenter of the Year awards. Born on 6 January 1964, in Johannesburg, Scott faced significant health challenges. Diagnosed with melanoma, an aggressive form of skin cancer, nearly 40 years ago, he battled a recurrence of the disease multiple times. In recent years, new tumours were discovered, prompting him to return to South Africa from the United States to continue treatment. His most recent employer, HOT 102.7FM, supported him during this time, and a BackaBuddy campaign was launched to assist with his medical expenses. Scott is also a father to two sons, Mark and Matthew, and is known for his philanthropic efforts, including raising funds for various charities. Darren Scott's enduring presence in South African media and his resilience in the face of personal challenges have made him a respected and beloved figure among audiences nationwide. Post your condolences – and fondest memories – of Darren Scott below: Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
