’s time on Celebrity Big Brother cemented her in the spotlight even more, not just for her authenticity, but also for how she handled adversity. The pop star was the target of perceived homophobic comments from fellow contestant , sparking plenty of drama inside the house and among fans watching at home. While JoJo stood her ground and responded to the remarks with confidence, her mother shared her support from afar, showing just how important it is to have a strong community.

Amidst all the chaos, JoJo opened up about her evolving journey with her sexuality and identity, demonstrating that she’s not afraid to speak her truth — even when faced with uncomfortable moments. Through it all, JoJo continues to inspire with her resilience and honesty on- and offscreen.

This report was produced with the help of AI tools, which summarized previous stories reported and written by McClatchy journalists. It was edited by journalists from Us Weekly.