History of JoJo Siwa in Timeline

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

May 19, 2003: JoJo Siwa's Birth

On May 19, 2003, Joelle Joanie "JoJo" Siwa was born. She is an American singer, dancer, actress, and media personality.

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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: Recall of JoJo Siwa Cosmetics Kit

In 2019, Claire's recalled a JoJo Siwa-branded cosmetics kit product after the FDA issued a warning about it containing dangerous levels of asbestos.

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.

September 2020: Inclusion on Time's 100 Most Influential People

In September 2020, JoJo Siwa was included on Time's annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world.

November 2020: End of Relationship with Mark Bontempo

In November 2020, JoJo Siwa's relationship with TikTok star Mark Bontempo ended.

2020: Inclusion on Time's 100 Most Influential People

In 2020, JoJo Siwa was included on Time's annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world.

January 2021: Controversy and Withdrawal of JoJo's Juice Board Game

In January 2021, the board game JoJo's Juice was withdrawn from sales by game makers Nickelodeon and Spin Master after a controversy over its content. Siwa responded that she was not informed about the game's questions.

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.

June 2022: End of On-and-Off Relationship with Kylie Prew

In June 2022, JoJo Siwa's on-and-off relationship with Kylie Prew ended.

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.

December 2022: End of Relationship with Avery Cyrus

In December 2022, JoJo Siwa's relationship with social media content creator Avery Cyrus ended.

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.

February 2024: Allegations of Mistreatment of XOMG! Pop Members

In February 2024, JoJo Siwa and her mother were alleged to have mistreated members of XOMG! Pop.

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.