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Metro
2 days ago
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- 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'
Metro
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Inside JoJo Siwa and Chris Hughes' romance after dating rumours confirmed
After weeks of speculation, JoJo Siwa has finally confirmed she is dating Chris Hughes. It was in April that the 21-year-old American social media star entered the Celebrity Big Brother House and met Love Island's Chris, 32. The pair quickly became close and raised eyebrows with their actions, with many speculating from the start they might be more than friends. Soon after the show ended JoJo dumped her partner Kath Ebbs at the ITV reality show's wrap party, with the rumour mill then going into overdrive questioning if Chris was part of the reason. Although they dodged questions about their relationship status for weeks – with Chris also calling JoJo a 'soulmate friendship' – they then started sharing intimate photos online that all but confirmed they were together. At the weekend Chris shared a photo of them in bed together, with an interview then released in which JoJo said they were 'not platonic'. Here's everything we know about how the pair, who are now 'head over heels'. 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. On Monday April 7, Celebrity Big Brother hit screens again, with a string of stars signing up to cut themselves off from the world for a few weeks. They included Hollywood star Mickey Rourke, talk show host Trisha Goddard, drag queen Danny Beard and EastEnders' Patsy Palmer, as well as JoJo and Chris. Two of the youngest in the house, they quickly hit it off. However, it was after Chris told off Mickey for directing a homophobic comment towards JoJo that they appeared to become close. On their first day in the house Mickey told JoJo: 'If I stay longer than four days, you won't be gay anymore.' He then threatened to tie her up and 'vote the lesbian out real quick' before making the offensive homophobic comment. Calling Mickey out, Chris told the actor he 'can't say that', before comforting JoJo, who told him after: 'What I felt just then was you had my back when I've known you for 24 hours and you have no reason to have my back.' After becoming inseparable, JoJo and Chris were seen sharing many cuddly moments and late-night whisper sessions. However, during their first week in the house they were reprimanded by Big Brother for 'breaking the rules' after she wrote a message on his hand one night. They were then made to speak to each other through megaphones. While it was initially believed they might have been discussing nominations, JoJo later revealed the message had been in reference to 'her sexuality' and she'd been discussing her gender identity with Chris. 'It's something that I'm not ready necessarily to be open about or upfront about but it has to do with gender and how do I feel,' she told Big Brother before explained that she suspected she might identify as non-binary. Chris and JoJo's friendship came under the microscope in the house, with some of their fellow housemates claiming it was all for show. Before he was sent packing Olympic decathlete Daley Thompson accused them of 'playing a game'. The next day Ella declared: 'I just feel, and this is my personal opinion, that there are social climbers in this industry, and I think he would benefit a hell of a lot.' Chris later went on to take aim at Ella, accusing her of being 'jealous' of his and JoJo's 'matching energies'. 'She isn't sweet on JoJo so there might be a jealously thing there I don't know, she likes to have her two pence worth and if she's out of a conversation she wants to be in it,' he said in the diary room. However, he went on to break down while speaking to Big Brother in the diary room, sharing: 'I'm literally just in here being me, living. I hate toxic stuff in life like I hate environments. It just brings you down. 'You can feel when energy shifts and it's not nice. I don't want to be emotional and sad, but you can't help it sometimes. People have made me feel like I can't have a friendship with JoJo. Or feel like I have to justify a friendship with JoJo – because we get on and we have fun. I'm actually really sad.' During one episode Chris confessed that he would kiss JoJo if he had the chance, to which she joked 'sucks to be you!' Many viewers struggled to believe their relationship was solely platonic, with some accusing JoJo of cheating on her partner Kath Ebbs. Chris and JoJo did however spark strong backlash from viewers during one episode. In a task given by Big Brother, the celebrity housemates had to pretend to be cats for the day, providing litter trays in the bathroom. However, the pair did actually use them and urinated in the trays, covering up the mess with their hands in actions viewers labelled 'disgusting'. Chris rose to fame on the 2017, where he met and started dating Olivia Attwood, but they split up about a year later. However ahead of him entering the Celebrity Big Brother house, Olivia apparently warned Ella that he 'comes into things with a game plan'. 'There are two sides to every story, but I guess my side, I told Ella when I was on 'TOWIE', just to give some context of the situation of what she knows,' she revealed. 'Some people, very few people, go on reality TV and they are 100 per cent themselves – the good, the bad, the ugly – they are the same on or off camera. 'Other people, they go on reality TV, they are one person and when you experience them off camera, you literally, it's like shapeshifters…' Ahead of entering the Celebrity Big Brother house JoJo was dating Australian actor, writer, presenter and content creator Kath, 27. The couple went public in January this year, with JoJo saying she was 'so happy' and in a 'very mature relationship'. 'It's taught me so much about life. It's taught me so much about love and respect, and it's a beautiful thing,' she told People. 'It's different in more ways than I can count. I wouldn't even know what to say the biggest is 'cause just everything is so different and special.' JoJo came out as pansexual in 2021 but has described herself as gay in recent interviews. However, during her time in the house, she revealed she was no longer sure that she identified as a lesbian. Speaking to Danny, she said: 'I feel so queer. I've never – I think I've always told myself, I'm a lesbian. I think you – I think being here – I've realised I am not a lesbian, I'm queer.' To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video The morning after Kath was spotted fleeing the show's afterparty over the weekend, they shared a video on social media revealing JoJo had dumped them. 'I don't even know where to begin. I'm filming this in a complete state of shock, which I know is probably distressing and giving, 'Go have a sleep',' they began. Kath went on to say they'd 'experienced a version of love bombing' and revealed they'd discussed marriage with JoJo before she went into the house. 'In the last eight hours, I flew here and went to the live show to show up for my partner and support them in their experience and later on, address my feelings of hurt and work through them. Like all relationships do. But before I could even get back to the hotel I… it's actually crazy… I went to the afterparty with my now ex and was dumped in the party. I was told there were confused feelings there and they had realised in the house I wasn't the person they wanted to spend the foreseeable with,' they added. Appearing on This Morning alongside on Chris on Monday, JoJo confirmed details of the break-up. 'I'll be honest, that was not a plan, that was not an intention, that was not supposed to happen like that,' she said. She explained that originally, Kath had said that they didn't want to attend the afterparty but then did at the last minute. At the party Kath asked her if she was happy, to which she replied 'no', before they ended their relationship. Host Ben Shephard then asked whether her friendship was a 'catalyst' for the former's break-up. 'I think our friendship, it's hard to explain. It's just a strong bond between two people, just a strong friendship. I think you can have a soulmate friendship,' Chris answered. Cat Deeley then asked JoJo whether she would love her connection with Chris to become more than platonic. Dodging the question, she called him a 'great guy' before adding: 'Whatever life does, life will do.' Last month Chris flew to the US to spend time with JoJo, later sharing photos showing them hugging and lying on each other. Many were convinced this was a 'hard-launch', with Kath seemingly responding when posting online: 'The only thing I have to say is LOL'. Further photos and videos shared in following weeks included an image of their knees with Chris' hand cupping JoJo's thigh, while they were also snapped kissing while on holiday in Mexico. At the weekend Chris uploaded a Snapchat showing JoJo sleeping on his bare chest. Planting a kiss on her head, he also captioned the post: 'Sleepinnn beauty.' Today an interview was published in which JoJo finally confirmed they were an item. 'People can see our chemistry, and they got to see it develop. I think everyone's just curious, and I can't blame them,' she told The Guardian. More Trending After being asked if her relationship with Chris was 'platonic or romantic', JoJo was 'silent for a long time staring down at the floor but was smiling ear to ear'. 'It's not platonic anymore, 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,' she shared. Celebrity Big Brother is streaming on ITVX. View More » A version of this article was first published on June 2, 2025. 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 reveals health scare after finding 'small lump' on his testicles MORE: JoJo Siwa lets slip she 'woke up with Chris Hughes this morning' at second London gig MORE: Chris Hughes' ex Olivia Attwood gives scathing response to his JoJo Siwa 'romance'
Metro
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
JoJo Siwa confirms she's ‘head over heels' for Chris Hughes after bed selfie
JoJo Siwa has said her relationship with Chris Hughes is 'not platonic' after months of speculation the pair are dating. In April, American TV and social media star JoJo, 21, entered the Celebrity Big Brother House where she quickly bonded with Chris, 32, best known for his stint on Love Island in 2017. The pair became the subject of much speculation they were more than friends, with their actions raising eyebrows after they were filmed cuddling and giving each other back rubs. On the show JoJo also spoke about no longer identifying as a lesbian and instead 'felt more queer'. 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. Although they've skirted around questions about their relationship status for weeks, JoJo has now finally confirmed they are more than friends. 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. 'People can see our chemistry, and they got to see it develop. I think everyone's just curious, and I can't blame them,' she said in a new interview with The Guardian. After being asked if her relationship with Chris was 'platonic or romantic', JoJo was 'silent for a long time staring down at the floor but was smiling ear to ear'. 'It's not platonic anymore, 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,' she shared. Addressing accusations they are engaging in a PR stunt, JoJo pushed back. '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,' she added. In the interview 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. '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. 'Chris was actually telling me that yesterday they went to the spa together. They're literally best friends. More Trending 'Mum, she absolutely adores him. I love watching her watch us because I've never seen my mum so happy.' 'It feels like we're a family,' she added. 'It feels like he's been in my family for however many years. It feels like they just all get along as well as I do.' View More » When asked if she had plans to relocate to the UK, she also explained: 'I think there will definitely be a lot more time spent here, and I think from him as well, a lot more time spent over there, but we both have families, you know, on either end.' 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 reveals health scare after finding 'small lump' on his testicles MORE: JoJo Siwa lets slip she 'woke up with Chris Hughes this morning' at second London gig MORE: Chris Hughes' ex Olivia Attwood gives scathing response to his JoJo Siwa 'romance'
Daily Mirror
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
CBB star confirms reason Mickey Rourke was kicked off show after Patsy incident
Celebrity Big Brother star Chesney Hawkes has claimed that an unaired moment with Patsy Kensit was one of the reasons that Mickey Rourke was removed from the house Chesney Hawkes has divulged the behind-the-scenes drama surrounding Mickey Rourke's departure from Celebrity Big Brother. Speaking at the glitzy 2025 BAFTA TV Awards, Chesney reminisced about his time on the reality programme with the infamously contentious Hollywood star. Detailing their interactions, Chesney said: "I'm torn with Mickey because, because, you know, he's on one side, a gross human that says everything inappropriate and offended everybody in the house, pretty much." He continued: "But then there's another side to him that was actually quite sweet. He's like this lost little puppy in a way, and he's a hurt man, he's had a really difficult life. Danny and I in particular warmed to that side of and tried to get to know him. "However, it just got too hard because he could turn on a dime and it was frightening, so, you know, I reckon wounded men can end up wounding others, right? It was tough to deal with.", reports the Daily Star. Chesney then unravelled the misconceptions around why Mickey Rourke was ejected from the house. While fans speculated it was related to his antics with Ella Rae Wise or being chastised for his conduct towards JoJo Siwa, Chesney hinted at an unaired incident involving Patsy that might have tipped the scales. Intriguingly, Chesney hinted: "There was a slight inappropriate moment with Mickey and Patsy that never made it. I can't go into details, but I think that was one of the reasons he ended up going." The film star was reportedly booted off the show following allegations of "use of inappropriate sexual language" towards housemate Ella Rae Wise and "aggressive" behaviour aimed at Chris Hughes. An ITV spokesperson said at the time: "Mickey Rourke has agreed to leave the Celebrity Big Brother House this evening following a discussion with Big Brother regarding further use of inappropriate language and instances of unacceptable behaviour." Rourke has since issued an apology, stating: "I stepped over the line and I take responsibility for doing the wrong thing. 'Cause I lost my temper, and I've been trying to work on it my whole life and I wish I would have had better self-control and I'm very sorry." He added, "I'm ashamed of myself for losing it for a few seconds there. Nobody got touched or hurt. Maybe some feelings got hurt or maybe others have feelings about others getting upset but, you know, I'm sorry about that." The hit reality TV show was eventually won by Coronation Street star Jack P Shepherd. Shortly after winning the show, the actor, 37, hit out at his co-stars after he was asked whether they'd be invited to his wedding. When asked on Good Morning Britain if he will be inviting any of the housemates to his wedding, he said: 'No, I don't think so. Come on. I've only known them three weeks. Got guest list (a) mile long. "He (Chris Hughes) keeps asking for an invite. Keeps on going, 'I'll see you at that wedding', I'm like 'I don't think you will pal', haven't even told him (the) date.'
Wales Online
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Linda Nolan's stepson dies after cancer fight
Linda Nolan's stepson dies after cancer fight It comes just four months after Linda herself died following a cancer battle Linda Nolan is evicted from the Celebrity Big Brother House at Elstree Studios on January 24, 2014 Linda Nolan's stepson has died of cancer just months after the popstar died following her own cancer fight. Lloyd has died just four months after his stepmum. A family friend told The Sun: 'They were fighting side by side, Linda would finish her treatment and text him to check in. They joked about their meds, shared their side effects, cried together too. Linda really thought he'd outlive her. She needed that belief.' Lloyd, the son of Linda's husband Brian Hudson, was diagnosed with throat cancer in September 2023. Surgeons said it was inoperable and he was placed on a course of radiotherapy. At the same time, Linda Nolan was undergoing immunotherapy for breast cancer which had spread to her brain. Linda Nolan's brother, Brian, has also recently revealed he has cancer - the fifth sibling to get the disease. Brian, 69, got the prostate cancer diagnosis days after Linda's funeral and told The Mirror: 'I just want cancer to leave us alone." Nolan sister Bernie died with breast cancer in 2013 aged 52, before Linda, 65, earlier this year. Article continues below Lloyd's father, Brian Hudson, died of cancer in 2007. In August last year, Linda said: "My stepson Lloyd has just been diagnosed and it's like 'go away, leave us alone.'' Linda's sister Anne was diagnosed with breast cancer for the second time in 2020 and is now cancer-free. Loose Women star Coleen Nolan revealed she was diagnosed with skin cancer in 2023, and was using a chemotherapy cream to remove it. Linda Nolan was initially diagnosed with breast cancer in 2005 and the disease resurfaced in 2017.
