JoJo Siwa was visibly moved to tears during her performance at Colours Hoxton in London on Tuesday night, sharing an emotional moment with fans as she reflected on her journey from public scrutiny to newfound acceptance.
The 22-year-old performer, known for her breakout on Dance Moms, broke down with her head in her hands as she confessed to once feeling like “one of the most hated people in the world,” but now feeling “so special and so loved.”
Addressing the crowd in a heartfelt speech, she said, “Since I was nine, I’ve gone through phases of my life where, at times, I have been one of the most hated people in the world… But right now, personally and professionally, I feel incredibly loved.”
According to Daily Mail, the night also marked a personal milestone, as JoJo publicly confirmed her romance with fellow Celebrity Big Brother star Chris Hughes after weeks of speculation.
Moreover, she tweaked the lyrics of her cover of Bette Davis Eyes to sing Chris Hughes’ Eyes and held up a beanie he had given her, telling fans, “If it’s not obvious, that ending lyric is very much true.”
As per the publication, their relationship has been the subject of fan buzz for weeks, especially after the pair were spotted kissing while celebrating JoJo’s birthday in Florida.
A source recently told the outlet that the couple is “very serious,” with JoJo believing Chris is “The One.”
It is worth mentioning that the fans in London erupted in support of the star, who reminded them, “If you’re going through a hard time, I promise it gets good—just keep pushing, troops.”
