JoJo Siwa surprises fans as she changes her name to Joelle amid romance with Chris Hughes in Palm Springs

Just as 2025 came to a close, JoJo Siwa surprised fans by changing her name online.

The 22-year-old media personality, known for her vibrant style and Dance Moms fame, updated her TikTok bio to “Joelle Siwa,” instantly sparking a flood of reactions.

Fans couldn’t get over the shift, taking to the comment section with everything from shock to excitement about what 2026 might bring.

The name change wasn’t her only tease for the new year.

In a short TikTok clip, Siwa sat on a couch with a snippet of her 2016 hit Boomerang playing.

She glanced at the camera while mouthing, “I’mma come back like a boomerang,” hinting that big things could be ahead.

Fans React to Joelle’s Big Reveal

Social media quickly erupted with responses.

Some fans were stunned, asking, “YOUR NAME IS JOELLE?!??” while others celebrated the change: “2026, the year of Joelle.

HERE FOR IT!” Many also commented on her signature bow, now a black version with pearl embellishments, wondering if it might make a comeback in her style repertoire.

One fan summed it up perfectly: “Her changing her name from JoJo to Joelle has to be the biggest pull ever!! 2026 is gonna be crazy!!!” The excitement shows just how invested her 46 million followers are in her next chapter.

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Reflecting on a Transformative 2025

This new name comes after JoJo reflected on her past year, posting a TikTok slideshow showing her transformation throughout 2025.

One snap showed her at the iHeartRadio Music Awards in March in a dramatic denim outfit and headpiece, captioned “The girl who entered 2025.”

Another slide revealed a more natural look with flowing hair and the words “The girl who is exiting 2025.”

She captioned the post, “Beautiful year if you ask me. Couldn’t count all the highs if you asked me to.”

A New Romance with Chris Hughes

2025 was also a big year for JoJo’s personal life.

After meeting Chris Hughes on Celebrity Big Brother UK in April, their friendship quickly turned into romance.

She publicly confirmed their relationship in June, describing it as “absolutely head over heels.”

She also dismissed any suggestion that the romance was a publicity stunt, saying her happiness “literally radiates off of me right now.”

The couple has shared special moments together, including Chris’s 33rd birthday, which JoJo celebrated with a soccer-themed party and a heartfelt Instagram tribute.

They also enjoyed a cozy Christmas with her family in Palm Springs, embracing the holiday season in style.

Exciting Projects on the Horizon

Looking ahead to 2026, JoJo is keeping busy with exciting plans for her fans.

She will appear on Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas cruise in June, offering fans a chance to meet her in person, join dance classes, play games, and even create their own bows in what promises to be the biggest JoJo experience ever.

Between a new name, a blossoming romance, and upcoming projects, JoJo Siwa—or Joelle Siwa—is kicking off 2026 with plenty of energy, surprises, and sparkle.