JoJo Siwa is setting the record straight regarding her sexuality after sparking a global debate during her time on Celebrity Big Brother. The 21-year-old star recently surprised viewers when she told housemate Danny Beard that she had realized she “wasn’t a lesbian” and instead identifies as “queer.”
Now, Siwa admits she is “flabbergasted” by the intense reaction to what she thought was a casual, private conversation. Speaking to Us Magazine, the “Karma” singer explained that she simply doesn’t want to be placed in a box anymore. She noted that because she has dated non-binary partners, using the strict label of “lesbian” felt inaccurate. For her, “queer” serves as a beautiful umbrella term that better reflects the fluidity of the spectrum.
Despite the scrutiny, Siwa views the situation positively. She believes the discussion highlights “queer joy” and insists her journey is nothing to be ashamed of. However, she was quick to shut down rumors that her identity shift signaled an attraction to her co-star, Chris Hughes. Siwa laughed off the speculation about their platonic friendship, telling critics they were “reaching” for drama where there is none.
Ultimately, Siwa remains confident in her evolving identity, emphasizing that sexuality is a spectrum and her experiences are valid.