JoJo Siwa opened up about critics tearing "apart" her sexuality after confirming relationship with Chris Hughes.

Hughes and Siwa's friendship began earlier this year on "Celebrity Big Brother UK," where they were both contestants. In the "Big Brother" house, Hughes stood up for Siwa after co-contestant Mickey Rourke grilled her about her sexuality.

The "Dance Moms" alum says she is "absolutely head over heels" for Hughes who "feels the same way."It's official — JoJo Siwa and Chris Hughes are dating."It’s not platonic any more," Siwa revealed in a Monday interview with The Guardian.