Jojo Siwa: A Positive Role Model for the LGBTQ+ Community
Jojo Siwa, the 22-year-old singer and dancer, has been making headlines recently for her personal life. After breaking up with her long-term partner Kath Ebbs and starting a new relationship with fellow Celebrity Big Brother housemate Chris Hughes, Jojo has been at the center of media attention. However, it was a recent joke made by Miley Cyrus at a World Pride event that sparked controversy and brought Jojo back into the spotlight.
In a pre-recorded video for the event, Miley appeared in a closet and joked about not being in one since the sixth grade. She then added, “Alright, I’m going back in to get some more pretzels and find Jojo Siwa and bring her back out.” This joke received backlash and accusations of bi-erasure, as Jojo had previously shared on CBB that she prefers the term “queer” to describe herself.
But Jojo, being the positive and mature role model that she is, responded to the controversy with grace and understanding. She took to Instagram to share a photo of herself at the age of five, celebrating her birthday with a Miley-themed party. In her caption, she wrote, “I was happy at my fifth birthday having a Miley-themed party, and I’m still happy now at 22. If you know me, you know that Miley is my day one, [I] grew up beyond inspired by her from two years old on.”
Jojo went on to address the controversy, stating that she doesn’t believe Miley’s joke was ill-intended, but rather just a poorly executed one. She also mentioned that she had messaged Miley about it and received a light-hearted response of “All love. Always.” from the former Disney star.
It’s worth noting that Miley herself has faced criticism and confusion about her own queer identity in the past. In a 2019 interview with Elle, she defended her relationship with then-husband Liam Hemsworth, stating, “I’m in a hetero relationship, but I still am very sexually attracted to women.” She also added, “People become vegetarian for health reasons, but bacon is still fucking good, and I know that.”
Jojo’s response to the controversy not only shows her maturity and understanding, but also highlights her positive influence on the LGBTQ+ community. She has always been open and proud of her identity, and has never shied away from expressing her true self. This is what makes her a true role model for young people, especially those who may be struggling with their own identities.
In a world where LGBTQ+ individuals still face discrimination and hate, it’s important to have positive and influential figures like Jojo Siwa. She has shown that it’s okay to be yourself and to love who you love, regardless of what others may say. Her message of love and acceptance is one that we should all strive to spread.
It’s also worth mentioning that Jojo’s response to the controversy is a reminder that we should always approach sensitive topics with care and sensitivity. What may seem like a harmless joke to some, can be hurtful and offensive to others. It’s important to educate ourselves and be mindful of the impact our words may have on others.
In conclusion, Jojo Siwa has once again proven to be a positive role model for the LGBTQ+ community. Her response to Miley’s joke shows her maturity, understanding, and unwavering positivity. She continues to inspire and empower young people to be proud of who they are, and that is something to be celebrated. Let’s all take a page from Jojo’s book and spread love and acceptance wherever we go.
