Over the past few years, Jojo Siwa has emerged from just a Dance Moms kid to one of the most bankable teen idols. Alongside her mother Jessalynn, Siwa made a perfect combination throughout her time on the Lifetime reality series. The two remained on board until the sixth season wrapped up.
Since departing the series, Siwa has ventured into several things and elevated her career to brand-new heights. Everything about her is worth millions of dollars now. From releasing her debut teeny-bopper pop single to coming out as a pansexual, here's what Jojo Siwa has been up to since Dance Moms.
10 Released Her Debut Single
Just like many other teen stars, Jojo Siwa wanted to try her luck in the music industry. In May 2016, Siwa made her debut foray into pop music with "Boomerang," a 3 minute and 26 seconds pure of teen pop entertainment. Produced by Jordan Richman and Heather Miley, the song received its platinum certification in August 2017 with a record of 2 million certified units.
9 Was Featured On 'Time's 100 Most Influential People'
Thanks to her achievement in several lines of entertainment, Time Magazine crowned Siwa as one of its 100 most influential people in the world of 2020. In fact, it was mega-star Kim Kardashian herself who wrote Siwa's introductory paragraphs.
"It’s no wonder my 7-year-old daughter North and millions of other children around the world adore her," she wrote, calling Siwa a "ray of sunshine" who continues to spread positivity.
8 Joined The Kardashians On 'KUWTK'
So, why did Kim Kardashian write about her? Turns out, Jojo Siwa once appeared on an episode of Keeping Up With the Kardashians in 2019 where she babysat North, who is pretty much one of her biggest fans.
"JoJo, like a big sister, made her feel at home as they dressed up, danced and made slime," the reality show star recalled.
7 Embarked Worldwide For 'D.R.E.A.M. The Tour'
Speaking of her musical career, Jojo Siwa made her worldwide tour debut in 2019. Titled D.R.E.A.M. The Tour, Siwa propelled her two debut EPs, D.R.E.A.M. The Music (2018) and Celebrate (2019) and generated an impressive $3.7 million in gross revenue. The four-legged world tour kicked off at Comerica Theatre in Phoenix on May 17, 2019, and several dates have been postponed due to the restrictions from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
6 Won The Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards
Jojo Siwa has been a role model for kids over the past few years, so Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards crowned her Favorite Viral Music Artist, Favorite Musical YouTube Creator, and Favorite Social Music Star back-to-back in 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020.
In fact, the viral sensation is set to appear on this year's edition of KCA alongside Kim Kardashian, Millie Bobby Brown from Stranger Things, BTS, and more.
5 Collaborated With JCPenney On A Clothing Line
Jojo Siwa keeps chasing the bag. Her entire brand, from her bows, ribbons, and accessories line, is worth millions of dollars. Now, her net-worth clocks at a whopping $12 million from her empire of accessories line, music, and brand endorsement deals including JCPenney's collaboration in 2018.
"JCPenney introduced JoJo's trademark hair bows to its girls' assortment last fall and we were blown away by the response," said the fashion company's representative in a press release.
4 Made Her Movie Debut
It's weird to see Jojo Siwa without her iconic cuts, but in 2018, the star made her on-screen debut in Nickelodeon's original movie, Blurt!, as Victoria. Directed by Michelle Johnston, the cast members include Siwa herself, Jace Norman, Daniella Perkins, Lillian Doucet-Roche, and more. The movie itself chronicles a nice-guy kind of protagonist, Jeremy Martin, who suddenly loses his inner voice, leading him to start shouting every single thought he has.
3 Came Out As Pansexual
After her "Born This Way" video went viral on TikTok, Jojo Siwa came out as gay earlier this year by posting a definitive message on her social, sharing a photo of her wearing a shirt that reads "Best. Gay. Cousin. Ever." According to Siwa, it's a gift from her cousin. In fact, she's been in a relationship with her girlfriend, Kylie Prew, and she confirmed the relationship later in February.
2 Addressed The 'JoJo's Juice' Backlash
However, not everything Jojo Siwa has done has been perfect and flawless. Earlier this year, TikTok user Heather Watson posted a video of Jojo Siwa-themed board game, Jojo's Juice, which she got for her 6-year-old daughter for Christmas.
Although the game was labeled for kids aged 6 and up, Jojo's Juice features not-so-subtle inappropriate content, like questions of "Have you ever been arrested?" and "Have you ever gone outside without underwear (a bathing suit doesn't count)?" Siwa reached out with an apology, and all the remaining games have been pulled from the shelves.
1 Packed On The PDA At Disney World
While Jojo Siwa has been busy with her upcoming projects, she never shies away from showing some PDA with her girlfriend. PageSix exclusively reported the two packed on the PDA at Disney World where the two snaked away for a private boat ride.
"I'm just so happy because now I get to share what makes me the happiest with the world, and it makes my heart so happy," Siwa said about her girlfriend.