Career Timeline of JoJo Siwa: Major Achievements and Milestones

How JoJo Siwa built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

JoJo Siwa is an American singer, dancer, actress, and media personality. She gained fame on Dance Moms (2015-2016) before signing with Nickelodeon in 2017. Siwa starred in various Nickelodeon shows and films, releasing children's songs and the movie The J Team (2021). Her song "Boomerang"'s music video has over 1 billion views. Time recognized her as one of the 100 most influential people in 2020. In 2024, after her time with Nickelodeon, Siwa released the EP Guilty Pleasure, featuring the single "Karma".

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2014: Auditioning for ALDC Dance Competition Team

In 2014, JoJo Siwa auditioned for Abby Lee Miller's "ALDC" dance competition team.

2015: Appearance on Dance Moms

In 2015, JoJo Siwa appeared as a dancer on Dance Moms alongside her mother, Jessalynn Siwa.

2015: Selection for ALDC Dance Competition Team

In early 2015, JoJo Siwa was selected for Abby Lee Miller's "ALDC" dance competition team.

May 2016: Release of "Boomerang" and "I Can Make U Dance"

In May 2016, JoJo Siwa released her songs "Boomerang" and "I Can Make U Dance".

2016: Dance Moms Appearance

In 2016, JoJo Siwa continued her appearances as a dancer on Dance Moms alongside her mother, Jessalynn Siwa.

2017: Signing with Nickelodeon

In 2017, JoJo Siwa signed with Nickelodeon and began acting in various shows and films.

2018: Partnership with J. C. Penney and Breakout Artist of the Year Award

In 2018, JoJo Siwa partnered with the American department store J. C. Penney to release a line of accessories, bedroom decor, and a doll made in her likeness. She was also named the Breakout Artist of the Year by Vivid Seats.

2019: Announcement of D.R.E.A.M. The Tour

In 2019, JoJo Siwa announced her first major concert tour, entitled D.R.E.A.M. The Tour, scheduled to visit 52 cities.

2021: Release of "The J Team"

In 2021, JoJo Siwa released her own feature film, The J Team, with Nickelodeon.

April 4, 2022: Announcement as a Judge for So You Think You Can Dance

On April 4, 2022, JoJo Siwa was announced as a judge for the seventeenth season of So You Think You Can Dance.

September 9, 2022: Recipient of the Gamechanger Award from GLSEN

On September 9, 2022, JoJo Siwa was announced as the recipient of the Gamechanger Award from GLSEN for her anti-bullying advocacy efforts.

2022: Appearance in Nickelodeon Kart Racers 3: Slime Speedway

In 2022, JoJo Siwa appeared as a playable character in the video game Nickelodeon Kart Racers 3: Slime Speedway.

December 2023: Performance on Dick Van Dyke: 98 Years of Magic

In December 2023, JoJo Siwa performed "Step in Time" from the 1964 movie Mary Poppins on the CBS special Dick Van Dyke: 98 Years of Magic.

January 26, 2024: Returning as a Judge for So You Think You Can Dance

On January 26, 2024, JoJo Siwa was announced to be returning as a judge for the eighteenth season of So You Think You Can Dance.

April 5, 2024: Release of "Karma"

On April 5, 2024, JoJo Siwa released her official debut single as an adult artist, "Karma", which received mostly negative reviews and generated online backlash.

July 2024: Release of Guilty Pleasure EP

In July 2024, JoJo Siwa released her fourth EP, titled Guilty Pleasure, which was met with mixed to negative reception.

August 2024: Interest in Eurovision Song Contest

In August 2024, JoJo Siwa expressed interest in participating in the Eurovision Song Contest, specifically wanting to represent Poland due to her Polish heritage.