JoJo Siwa attended the Hannah Montana 20th anniversary event on Monday, where she showed her unwavering support for her idol, Miley Cyrus, despite the backlash the singer received for a joke about JoJo’s sexuality earlier in the year.
Siwa, dressed in a purple T-shirt and black pleated skirt, looked cheerful as she posed for photographers, while Miley Cyrus, 33, stole the spotlight in a metallic dress paired with a graphic Hannah Montana T-shirt. The event took place at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood and featured the original cast of the beloved show.
In June 2025, Miley sparked backlash during a World Pride event when she made a joke about JoJo Siwa, who identifies as queer. In the video, Miley, speaking from inside a closet, made a comment about Siwa being “stuck” in the closet, suggesting that this Pride might be the time to come out. The joke, which was received with applause at the event, did not sit well with many viewers online, leading to widespread criticism.
Despite the negative reactions, JoJo chose to support Miley at the anniversary event, signaling that any past tensions between the two have been laid to rest. JoJo, who has previously spoken about her evolving sexuality, clarified that her identity is not defined by labels, expressing that “queer” feels like the best fit for her.
The two stars’ reunion comes as JoJo is navigating a new chapter in her personal life. She recently made headlines for her relationship with former Love Island star Chris Hughes. The couple, who met on Celebrity Big Brother in 2025, have been in a long-distance relationship, with JoJo based in the U.S. and Chris in the U.K. JoJo has opened up about the joy and fulfillment she feels with Chris, admitting she’s never second-guessed her happiness with him.
Despite their distance, JoJo continues to express her deep love for Chris, calling him “the one” and speaking about their future plans, including having children together. JoJo’s recent posts on social media show her looking back on the journey that brought her to this point in her life and love.
As JoJo and Miley’s connection appears to have healed, the event was a celebration of both Hannah Montana’s legacy and their shared experiences in the spotlight.
