How Jenna Johnson Is Helping JoJo Siwa Overcome Body Image Struggles (Exclusive)

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  • Опубликовано: 26 сен 2024
  • ET’s Lauren Zima chats with JoJo Siwa and her dance partner, Jenna Johnson, at their rehearsal ahead of ‘Grease’ night on ‘Dancing With the Stars.’ JoJo, who has been performing in the public eye since she was a young kid, opens up about how Jenna has helped her overcome her body image struggles while working together on the show. ET also surprised the dancing duo with a very special message from Sandy herself, Olivia Newton-John.
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  • @nicholasgarrick7546
    @nicholasgarrick7546 2 года назад +1170

    Jojo has gotten so much better, jenna has really brought her out of her shell, and I can see a new level of maturity, confidence, and happiness in her. I think she's grown so much from this opportunity, and iam so proud of them for getting the first perfect score of the season, definitely well deserved! Hope to see them in the finals.

    • @monicaweidman2783
      @monicaweidman2783 2 года назад +14

      Dude, you stole this from me, WORD FOR WORD, you didn’t try to even re-word it

    • @semigoatflare7167
      @semigoatflare7167 2 года назад +4

      I too posted pretty much the same thing that you did! It took her dance partner Jenna to bring her out of her shell and look at herself in a new light! She pushes her to do better because SHE CAN! It took Jenna to make JoJo look at herself in the mirror and show her, tell her how beautiful she really is!! I told JoJo in my review that I never would've thought that she ever had a problem with her body image! She's beautiful, stunning and has a gorgeous body to be able to wear all those cute little revealing outfits! I'm so glad that she got the partner that she did because she's brought her out of her shell regarding her image and she also knew JoJo's potential in performing and her dancing ability and has pushed her to do these hard routines! What I SEE IN HER FUTURE IS SHE WILL WIN THAT MIRROR BALL TROPHY!!🏆SHE'S THAT GOOD!!

  • @SJ-vv8vt
    @SJ-vv8vt 2 года назад +706

    Jojo’s authenticity and honesty about her struggles is so refreshing! i didn’t think i could love her more

    • @KindCountsDeb3773
      @KindCountsDeb3773 Год назад +1

      she's so well spoken and is genuine in these interviews. Love her ! Love seeing Olivia, the Queen. (RIP)❣❣❣❣

    • @I.lovemy_pets
      @I.lovemy_pets 4 месяца назад +1

      @@KindCountsDeb3773May she Rest in Peace. 😭🙏🕊️❤️

    • @I.lovemy_pets
      @I.lovemy_pets 4 месяца назад +1

      @@SJ-vv8vtNo. Unfortunately, she died on Aug 8, 2022. 😭😭🙏🙏❤️❤️🕊️🕊️

    • @KindCountsDeb3773
      @KindCountsDeb3773 4 месяца назад

      @@SJ-vv8vt NO, she passed not long after this. Cancer.

  • @jeanaerowley7150
    @jeanaerowley7150 2 года назад +254

    All of a sudden JoJo makes so much sense to me. Obviously JoJo never felt comfortable in her skin so she hid and dressed more like a little girl instead of a young woman. Bless her partner for helping her come into herself with such love and confidence 😍 🙌🏼

    • @ijwd424
      @ijwd424 2 года назад +12

      I definitely relate to that! Growing up and embracing being, and dressing as, a woman can be scary, especially when you've been bullied for not being "womanly"

  • @jeanniefeaster4325
    @jeanniefeaster4325 2 года назад +434

    They couldn't have picked a better partner for Jojo. Jenna is beautiful inside & out.

  • @LifeOfCandice
    @LifeOfCandice 2 года назад +681

    She also got bullied for her height for years. That doesn't help her confidence either. I'm so happy she is learning how to love herself. You can't truly love someone else if you don't love yourself.

    • @tyeishaleisure
      @tyeishaleisure 2 года назад +16

      That’s awful. Nothing wrong with her height. Nothing wrong with her period. She’s a sweet beautiful girl.

    • @xtimantazx
      @xtimantazx 2 года назад +22

      And that is nothing compared about how she is teased till this day about her hairline.

    • @hyperion7172
      @hyperion7172 2 года назад

      Speaking from experience, that is so true.

    • @DD-fz1pq
      @DD-fz1pq 2 года назад

      tall girls are bullied?

    • @LifeOfCandice
      @LifeOfCandice 2 года назад +2

      @@DD-fz1pq Sadly yes. Same for us short girls too. I had a friend who was 5'9 and I am 4'11 and we got called all sorts of cruel mean names.

  • @Apricity_Asmr
    @Apricity_Asmr 2 года назад +655

    The perfect body is the one that has a happy woman inside it.

    • @jihadhdaib
      @jihadhdaib 2 года назад +2

      Hi beautiful

    • @emilywillis9600
      @emilywillis9600 2 года назад +19

      good thing im a lesbian then

    • @boozoochamp
      @boozoochamp 2 года назад +5

      @@emilywillis9600 lmfao same dude same 😂

    • @dancingdani25
      @dancingdani25 2 года назад +2

      Aww that's beautiful!!

    • @metaspherz
      @metaspherz 2 года назад +1

      Person, a happy person inside!

  • @Stephanieleanne94
    @Stephanieleanne94 2 года назад +566

    Jojo looks so good! Makes me sad she didn’t feel good about herself. Love this partnership. Rooting for them!

    • @freedom4063
      @freedom4063 2 года назад

      Wait they are couple and gay ????

    • @semigoatflare7167
      @semigoatflare7167 2 года назад +5

      Stephanie M, I could not believe that she wasn't confident in her appearance! Here's this stunning beautiful girl with a gorgeous body that can pull off wearing all those revealing little outfits!! It took her partner Jenna to have her look in the mirror and see how beautiful she really is! I think growing up before she became famous, that she probably dressed "boyish" and in my opinion, that maybe there were these girlie girls that were popular in their own little "MEAN GIRL CLIQUE" (like the "MEAN GIRLS" movies) that may have picked on her (and others) put her down for her boyish apparel and may have said mean things about her image that WERE NOT TRUE!! You all know how mean some girls can be in school! Right? They can hurt someone badly by their comments.

    • @semigoatflare7167
      @semigoatflare7167 2 года назад +9

      @@freedom4063Not exactly. JoJo is a lesbian but her partner Jenna Johnson, on Dancing with the Stars, is straight and has been "with" (the HUNK) Val Chmerkovskiy (also from Dancing With The Stars) since back in 2020 and they had moved into their first house together. What a sweet love story! I love the fact that Jenna was opened minded and didn't mind being the FIRST EVER same sex dance performers! That didn't mean that JENNA was gay, just JoJo is gay.

    • @Stephanieleanne94
      @Stephanieleanne94 2 года назад +1

      Freedom❤ no Jenna is married to a male dancer on the show

    • @Stephanieleanne94
      @Stephanieleanne94 2 года назад +1

      Freedom❤ no Jenna is married to a male dancer on the show

  • @superduper5674
    @superduper5674 2 года назад +456

    I love this partnership. Hope they win.

  • @mayachantel1202
    @mayachantel1202 2 года назад +80

    jenna seems like a sweetheart. having a mentor/big sister is so special💕

  • @brigs1856
    @brigs1856 2 года назад +51

    Jojo is literally a radiating light. Teenage years are awkward and although just a phase, it is a time in life that can imprint in your self-confidence and identity for a lifetime. What an amazing team, so much authenticity, beautiful souls.

  • @Vania.Carolinaa
    @Vania.Carolinaa 2 года назад +226

    This is so beautiful, i want to cry. Way to go Jenna, a girl’s girl 🤍

  • @kaatevlogs8006
    @kaatevlogs8006 2 года назад +152

    This is the most down to earth I think I’ve ever seen Jojo 😪✋ I went through the same thing baby girl it gets so much better

  • @nickysanders4761
    @nickysanders4761 2 года назад +114

    Jojo you are so well spoken. Being able to express yourself so well at your age is a beautiful thing.

  • @caylagirl
    @caylagirl 2 года назад +177

    I’m falling more and more in love with Jojo. So inspiring to young girls, good on her for sharing this story ♥️

  • @angielavey
    @angielavey 2 года назад +59

    This makes me tear up. Jojo is such a sweet girl, I’ll always support her. Have since dance moms. I’m out of the age range for her music but would totally go to her concert to support her!

  • @cheesypizzahead7933
    @cheesypizzahead7933 2 года назад +8

    i love the way jenna looks at jojo so pure and adorable

  • @metaspherz
    @metaspherz 2 года назад +28

    JoJo has been living in the limelight for so long as a child/teen superstar that it's refreshing to see that she's actually down-to-earth. It's also enlightening to hear that she suffers from basic body image issues and insecurities like the rest of us. She might be bigger than life but her heart is even bigger!

  • @Deah92fooeee
    @Deah92fooeee 2 года назад +102

    Jojo is a really affectionate person so that is why she seems so close to her coach. As a longtime fan of jojo you know she is just a loving bright ball of energy ❤️🌈🌈💖

  • @lainywatson3349
    @lainywatson3349 2 года назад +80

    Aww so beautiful to have a role model to show Jojo how to feel comfortable. It's so difficult for young women, and Jojo has such a look that do many would die for, it's hard to see her lacking confidence.

  • @robingarvin-mack
    @robingarvin-mack 2 года назад +16

    ODDLY ENOUGH... as fascinating and lovely as it was to see and hear JoJo open herself up in this,... what I appreciated the most was Lauren Zima's interviewing technique.
    All too often, interviewers seem to be too in love with their own celebrity... they ask questions and make vapid observations instead of keeping it simple and listening to the answers that we fans want to hear. But Lauren sensitively and unsensationally encouraged and coaxed JoJo to be both forthcoming as well as herself, without badgering or offending her.
    Kudos & Bravo, Lauren.
    *_R_* 😎

  • @Truther1903
    @Truther1903 2 года назад +7

    That is so awesome and selfless of Jenna to help JoJo come out of her shell while she transforms into a teenager to a young woman. 😊

  • @rachels2560
    @rachels2560 2 года назад +36

    Their Grease dance was stunning, and JoJo is so freaking beautiful. I hope they win.

  • @kellaay28
    @kellaay28 2 года назад +21

    I can't with them. Everytime I think I can't like them more they prove me wrong. They are both so sweet and they couldn't have been better matched as partners and even more as friends. They really lift eachother up and that's the best kind of friendship and I think it really shows in their dances. I like some of the other dance pairs but none of their chemistry comes even close to Jenna and Jojos in my opinion.

  • @jessicag450
    @jessicag450 2 года назад +41

    Jenna has been the person who JoJo needs to build herself up.

  • @unini90
    @unini90 2 года назад +53

    Great partnership. I hope they (and Kenya) get an upbeat dance next week.

  • @TheMrsBeagle
    @TheMrsBeagle 2 года назад +21

    I'm a broad shouldered gal as well, and it took time, but a person can learn to find pride where they used to feel shame.

  • @kaiaswrld
    @kaiaswrld 2 года назад +197

    As a girl who has wide shoulders and I’m insecure about my arms, this video just made me love Jojo even more than I already do. I’m so gay for Jojo

  • @GMfreak64
    @GMfreak64 2 года назад +90

    This was really nice to watch. Having that older mentor for Jojo has helped her so much. Everyone thinks she's so confident in herself as she's always had that certain image but she had her own insecurities.

  • @DecemberWinter23
    @DecemberWinter23 2 года назад +18

    JoJo is such a beautiful person in and out! Wow I’m so happy to hear this! I’m 25 and I’ve looked up to her for her positivity and kind soul! You go JOJO!!

  • @Lenci_the_Nugget
    @Lenci_the_Nugget 2 года назад +3

    I never followed her childhood career but seeing her be so talented at dancing and just seeing her light up and talk about real things and grow as a person is really magnetic

  • @sarahm1497
    @sarahm1497 2 года назад +7

    I never understood Jojo until now and it has been SO beautiful to watch her blossom into an incredible adult and a POWERFUL woman stepping a little bit away from the childhood star version of Jojo.

  • @MorganRWest
    @MorganRWest 2 года назад +5

    You know what, I respect this. Good for her, I'm proud of Jojo, maturity is so pure!

  • @abbey2525
    @abbey2525 2 года назад +10

    I literally love this interview so much jojo has really turned into the teenage inspiration I mean when I was younger like 8-10 jojo was my idol and now she is again now that’s I’m 14

  • @kayd828
    @kayd828 2 года назад +25

    how can anyone hate jojo? she is such a genuine soul I'm a huge Stan even at 24 lol. I love seeing this side of her

  • @tuesings
    @tuesings 2 года назад +5

    I love how jojo is still a role model for little kids, but is becoming one for herself

  • @alyssasmyth
    @alyssasmyth 2 года назад +18

    I literally cant with JoJo..like girl..you are stunning!!! Seeing how much you have grown is just an amazing thing! Rooting for u girl!!! Hope u win!!!!

  • @mkennedy6405
    @mkennedy6405 2 года назад +10

    I’m so proud of the woman Jojo is becoming. ❤️

  • @martinam7806
    @martinam7806 2 года назад +2

    My fiancé is former professional dancer. He was dancing for 25+ years and I showed him Jojo and usually with these tv competitions he is kind of reserved but he said she is really good even asked if she is profesional and loved their freestyle.

  • @gdhaney136
    @gdhaney136 2 года назад +4

    17. I was no where near that maturity level at 17. She's a gem.

  • @gadgetory
    @gadgetory 2 года назад +30

    JoJo is beautiful. Sadly No one at 18 knows that about themselves…

  • @louie9710
    @louie9710 2 года назад +7

    So much love to Jenna for taking care of our precious JoJo ❤️

    • @KindCountsDeb3773
      @KindCountsDeb3773 Год назад

      she IS the big sis that Jojo can be helped by. And it shows.

  • @elissa9064
    @elissa9064 2 года назад +5

    I am so proud of JoJo !! She’s so beautiful & has came along ways. And Jenna is an amazing person and worked with helping JoJo thru all of it. They are such wonderful dancers!! 💜💜 I like the new JoJo! She’s amazing. She’s so much happier now. 💖

  • @jennaredfield
    @jennaredfield 2 года назад +17

    I think the dance moms criticism has long term effects on these people…..

  • @mckenziejeanne4508
    @mckenziejeanne4508 2 года назад +5

    Jojo is so beautiful and I never imagined she would ever be insecure. 💗 I hope her confidence continues to grow because she is a STAR!

  • @troygoodall4825
    @troygoodall4825 2 года назад +12

    Great job. I love this. I hope she keeps up the good work.

  • @YJSBMMAMRA
    @YJSBMMAMRA 2 года назад +18

    I’m telling you now, after this Jojo is going be looking different once she finish DWTS. I mean if you look at past contestants who were around her age at the time they did it, then flash forward later they look different.

    • @lubaperl1484
      @lubaperl1484 2 года назад +1

      Different in which way

    • @LoreEclectic
      @LoreEclectic 2 года назад

      She's just becoming more confident and growing up, nothing wrong with that

    • @doniedarama4099
      @doniedarama4099 2 года назад

      this funny

  • @Folknfunk
    @Folknfunk 2 года назад +5

    What a great interview!Lots of Love to you both!

  • @8gbusby
    @8gbusby 2 года назад +8

    I hope Jenn's guidance is as right on as it sounds bc Jojo is so whipped to you. Jojo will be a huge warrior for woman bc she seems to be able to hear truth and get behind it. Don't let the neg get you down. Once you see it's bullshit, the easier to bypass it and go great

  • @lacylu7881
    @lacylu7881 2 года назад +15

    Im so happy she is happy. I love this JoJo

  • @emilyabbey5761
    @emilyabbey5761 2 года назад +11

    They are such wholesome best friends 💗 🤧

  • @willcookmakeup
    @willcookmakeup 2 года назад +2

    She’s so gorgeous. She’s grown so much

  • @stephaniejohnson9436
    @stephaniejohnson9436 2 года назад +5

    They would make a cute couple

  • @Melisit83
    @Melisit83 2 года назад +28

    Wow i look at her and she is perfect! So positive and confident.... I had no idea she was so unconfortable with her body. Chloe from dance moms had an eating disorders. I feel like Abby 's costant criticism had a lot to do with so much insecurity!

  • @rosecabasal577
    @rosecabasal577 2 года назад +64

    You have incredibly Stunning beauty! your big Sister ( Jenna) is right TRUST HER!!!

  • @loveyall3677
    @loveyall3677 2 года назад +11

    Jojo was always a great dancer

  • @bka.k.abecca7189
    @bka.k.abecca7189 2 года назад +1

    The way Jojo grow make me believe I can still grow at 19. Mannnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn

  • @tessayo
    @tessayo 2 года назад +4

    This is amazing I’m so proud of her

  • @dothaigiathuy
    @dothaigiathuy 2 года назад +2

    no bc I literally SCREAMED YESSS JOJO OUT LOUD

  • @penelopevee1684
    @penelopevee1684 2 года назад +10

    Jennas the perfect partner for jojo
    These dwts pairing always change one or both of their lives
    I also low-key ship them hehe

  • @hannah8479
    @hannah8479 2 года назад +1

    This pairing is insane. I really hope they win.

  • @laurenashley1137
    @laurenashley1137 2 года назад +4

    jojo gets prettier everytime i see her?? she looks so beautiful in this interview

  • @umpus
    @umpus 2 года назад +2

    This is the sweetest 💗

  • @tinyfeistymillennial1157
    @tinyfeistymillennial1157 2 года назад +2

    Jojo is adorable. I love seeing her come into her own.

  • @semigoatflare7167
    @semigoatflare7167 2 года назад +14

    First of all JoJo, you can win this season! JoJo YOU ARE STUNNING, SO BEAUTIFUL & YOU HAVE A GORGEOUS BODY TO WEAR ALL THAT REVEALING CLOTHES!! I never would've thought that you had a body image problem - NOT EVER! Because you have the body & beautiful looks to be confident in your own skin!! Listen to your partner!! You're so lucky that you have a dance partner to tell you this; to have you look in a mirror and start seeing yourself in a different light! Girl now you have more confidence in yourself and in your dancing than ever - which by the way, you're a very good dancer and it's good that your partner pushes you a little further each time because she sees the potential in you!! YOU CAN DO IT JOJO!! YOU CAN WIN THIS COMPETITION ALL THE WAY TILL THE MIRROR BALL TROPHY!! 🏆

  • @meghanliddy7952
    @meghanliddy7952 2 года назад +4

    I am loving the growth in Jojo.

  • @britnell110
    @britnell110 2 года назад +4

    JoJo really is a very beautiful girl.... Love this so much for her... She's coming into her own as an adult I just love it

  • @theblackschaos
    @theblackschaos 2 года назад +9

    Jojo has just totally inspired and shocked and all the things! She’s amazing and so beautiful and I love that she’s being more confident, sassy, sexy, and just everything! When my daughter watches her; I want my daughter to felt that; heck im 32 and want to feel that so jojo you have inspired me! I was even thinking tonight specifically as IT you just were by far the best dancer on that floor, contestant and over the even instructors!! You were amazing, you confidently sold a story, from the book, (I liked that), and you just are one talented girl my friend! And I absolutely love you girls dancing together!!!! It’s such power💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼!! And my daughter seeing that and me not saying one word about it; just shows her and girls all around the world that you can dance with who you want to dance with, you can be friends with whom ever you want to, and you can love whoever, and be whoever you want! Go jojo!!! Your just queen upon queen & I know your parents are just so proud of you! And tonight really blew me away!! 🙏🏼💗 win this show; you absolutely deserve it!

  • @TeagenHerman
    @TeagenHerman 2 года назад +3

    Shes literally so iconic shes only going up from here.

  • @lauradulwich
    @lauradulwich 2 года назад +2

    Jojo is honestly incredible! What an amazing person 🥰🥰

  • @losasakarosa9050
    @losasakarosa9050 2 года назад +5

    She’s so naturally pretty

  • @bonniebonbon7500
    @bonniebonbon7500 2 года назад +1

    all i know is as i watch Jojo and Jenna perform, im just like, ".....woah, hot :0"
    so hearing Jojo say these things about herself, honestly, I relate to her when it comes to feeling that way about your body. I always preferred baggy clothes and pants over skirts, fitted shirts, and tank tops. She has grown so much! An amazing dancer. I still think she should have won the competition. :(

  • @laurajuarez7359
    @laurajuarez7359 2 года назад +14

    Jojo looks awesome 💪

  • @andreavasiljevic2104
    @andreavasiljevic2104 2 года назад +4

    JoJo and Jenna for the win all the way!!! Rooting for them. Love them so much!!

  • @elloguvna6820
    @elloguvna6820 2 года назад +8

    Not gonna lie jojo be looking gooooood!

  • @mercedesc2937
    @mercedesc2937 2 года назад +1

    Jojo is so well spoken

  • @ToriBomb
    @ToriBomb 2 года назад +3

    This is BEAUTIFUL 💕

  • @txtchr1
    @txtchr1 2 года назад +3

    We must remember Jojo is just 18

  • @黃靖婷-w9q
    @黃靖婷-w9q 2 года назад +4

    they are adorable together ~
    go for it girls !

  • @kathyhumphrey2950
    @kathyhumphrey2950 2 года назад +1

    Congratulations Jojo, I'm glad that you trusted Jenna, you're beautiful!

  • @JenMae2
    @JenMae2 2 года назад +1

    I love the transformation!

  • @ritahkiziito6335
    @ritahkiziito6335 2 года назад +1

    Sad she had struggles yet she was giving out alot of confidence to others, that's to Jenn dancing with stars is helping her soo much than just to win proud of her, she was always picked on with her weight and looks but look how amazing she's stunning younger lady

  • @emmyjo720
    @emmyjo720 2 года назад +2

    She is growing up and embracing it

  • @dragonfox2.058
    @dragonfox2.058 2 года назад +9

    What kind of society do we have where so many gorgeous girls do not know they are gorgeous. what is the expectation we put on women? This is wrong

  • @lolipopPrincess
    @lolipopPrincess 2 года назад +1

    Jojo has a beautifully bright spirit

  • @maurianobaruso5859
    @maurianobaruso5859 2 года назад +2

    JoJo be lookin Goood lately~ 😎

  • @kaiaswrld
    @kaiaswrld 2 года назад +4

    JOJOS FACE WHEN SHE SAW OLIVIA Newton JOHN

  • @wendyquinn02
    @wendyquinn02 2 года назад +1

    They are great partners. Jojo is beautiful and It’s sad that shes have no confidence,but I wish her the best and be strong,she deserve it.

  • @IdolEyes84
    @IdolEyes84 2 года назад +2

    Love her honesty. :) :)

  • @veronicacarpio6595
    @veronicacarpio6595 2 года назад +10

    Amazing to see such a influential person as so weak and confused. No judgement as she judges her self more than anyone. I truly hope she does not get caught up in drug addiction.

  • @laaurasophie
    @laaurasophie 2 года назад +4

    She sounds a bit like Miley. She's so beautiful

  • @sindymace5228
    @sindymace5228 2 года назад +4

    Jenna is......beautiful

  • @flowerpower9401
    @flowerpower9401 2 года назад +2

    I love Jojo on the show!

  • @lashawnminabaptista1024
    @lashawnminabaptista1024 2 года назад +2

    Wow good job Jo Jo girl love what u do keep it up

  • @jazminemorris421
    @jazminemorris421 2 года назад +2

    Jojo finally got rid of that damn bow Hallelujah👏👏👏😍

  • @andreaa1659
    @andreaa1659 Месяц назад

    0:50 well that aged well

  • @sadlibra
    @sadlibra 2 года назад +3

    Jojo Siwa is honestly is so pretty🤍 omg

  • @princessalysonsweatwinter
    @princessalysonsweatwinter 2 года назад +3

    I Like Jojo Siwa's Outfit. Glad She Came Out Of Her Shell

  • @AlexandraG_
    @AlexandraG_ 2 года назад +1

    Love this for her! Jojo looks great, she should dress her age and embrace it! There's nothing to be ashamed of.

  • @sergiovargas9942
    @sergiovargas9942 2 года назад +2

    Very elegant dancing skills yall are doing great

  • @tupecktherappingparrot4345
    @tupecktherappingparrot4345 2 года назад +1

    She did great! So did Olivia. I hope Olivia goes pro. She should check out the ballroom competition scene.