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The JoJo Siwa controversy, explained

JoJo Siwa sustained her popularity long after her breakout appearance as part of Lifetime’s Dance Moms, with the 20-year-old’s career now spanning solo music, internet fame, and appearances in films and television shows. Naturally, Siwa’s meteoric rise to stardom has brought with it some negativity, from messy breakups with fellow TikTokers to feisty beefs with stars like Cameron Bure. 

Perhaps Siwa’s biggest controversy, however, arrived in Feb. 2024, when the Dance Moms and Abby’s Ultimate Dance Competition alum was accused of creating a hostile work environment while training her newly-formed pop girl group, XOMG POP!. So just what are the group members alleging, and how has Siwa responded to the controversy?

The JoJo Siwa controversy, explained

In what reads like a similar version of allegations recently leveled against Queer Eye’s Jonathan Van Ness, Jojo Siwa was accused of mistreating some members of her pop girl group, XOMG POP!. The group was assembled by Siwa alongside her mother and manager, Jessalyn Siwa, as part of Siwa’s reality TV competition, Siwas Dance Pop Revolution. 

That show, which aired for one season on E!, saw girls from across the country audition for Siwa in the hope of being selected for XOMG POP!, a girl band framed as the next version of Kidz Bop and destined for chart-topping status. Despite its innocent name, allegations about the treatment of those involved in both XOMG POP! and Siwas Dance Pop Revolution have since been reported by Rolling Stone. 

The report, published on February 13, includes multiple sources close to the production who allege that the children involved in Dance Pop Revolution were subject to grueling rehearsals, intense physical duress, and minimal compensation. One quoted source, an ex-member of XOMG POP! named Leigha Sanderson, made the majority of the accusations, claiming that Siwa and her mother forced children to cry on camera and created a cutthroat environment in which contestants were pitted against each other.

One of Sanderson’s accusations was that she was forced to continue rehearsing shortly after undergoing surgery, and was encouraged to wrap wounds and continue performing rather than being offered a rest break. It was alleged that Sanderson was told to return to filming the show before the physician-recommended recovery period and that she was the subject of verbal insults made by Siwa and Jessalyn. 

Rolling Stone reports that the toxic culture continued long after the cameras were down and that contestants were gifted candy and Nintendo Switch games as compensation for their poor treatment. It is alleged that Siwa and Jessalyn “dangled the carrot” of fame — including a toy deal and a movie — in front of the contestants, only to berate them while filming. 

Sanderson’s mother, Anjie, was the only parent of Siwas Dance Pop Revolution to go on the record — the others allegedly signed non-disclosure agreements — and her claims included that the children were not directly paid for social media content, brand deals, and merch revenue.

At one point, Anjie alleges that she was so low on funds that she started scrubbing toilets for Jessalyn for $20 an hour. The report claims that Leigha Sanderson was fired after her mother expressed her frustration about the toxic work culture, after which she begged Jessalyn to keep her daughter’s place in XOMG POP!. Sanderson is one of four of the original seven members in the XOMG POP! lineup to have left the group over the past year and a half.

For their part, Jessalyn and Siwa have vehemently denied the allegations. Responding through their lawyer to the Rolling Stone article, the Siwas said that Sanderson’s accusations are “100 percent provably false,” instead claiming that it was Anjie’s abusive behavior that led to Leigha’s removal from the group. The show’s production company also denied the allegations and said they go against “everything JoJo Siwa stands for.”

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Before the report, XOMG POP! had been enjoying a gradual rise to fame. The girl group appeared on America’s Got Talent and are scheduled for a slew of live performances, a debut tour, and a show on a Royal Caribbean cruise. The band has amassed hundreds of thousands of views on YouTube, with a TikTok audience reaching 3.3 million followers. 

It marks the most recent instance in which Siwa was swept up in controversy. Last September, Siwa caught flack defending fellow internet personality Colleen Ballinger, following accusations that the latter had been involved in inappropriate online group chats with minors.

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Title: The JoJo Siwa controversy, explained
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Published Date: Tue, 02 Apr 2024 11:12:13 +0000

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‘I AM ENTITLED TO SPECIFICITY’: A single tweet proves just how much of a liar convicted felon Donald Trump really is

So that’s a wrap for the Donald Trump hush money trial, and what a conclusion it was — after several arduous weeks of the former president acting like a child, breaking his gag order, and crapping his pants, he is now a convicted felon.

However, the business mogul is now trying to claim that he doesn’t actually know what he’s being charged with. In a post to Truth Social the day before the verdict, Trump wrote, “I DON’T EVEN KNOW WHAT THE CHARGES ARE IN THIS RIGGED CASE.” It’s pretty much a last ditch effort to further his narrative that the whole case is rigged, something which members of the MAGA crowd like Lauren Boebert have certainly bought into. However, it’s also a straight up lie on Trump’s part.

Literally, less than two months ago he stood in court and stated that he understood the charges. So which is it? Either Trump is a liar, and a bad one at that, or he’s going senile, which is definitely a possibility here. Maybe if he’d made more of an effort to stay awake during the trial he would have more of a clue as to what’s going on.

His desperation is really showing and it seems like people are pretty easily seeing through his lies now. People on X are celebrating the landmark conviction today with calls to lock him up.

Whether or not Trump will actually serve any prison time remains to be seen. Judge Merchan will hand down his sentence on July 11 and it’s certainly possible that he could do time behind bars, but it’s also possible he won’t — we’ll have to wait and see.

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Published Date: Fri, 31 May 2024 10:40:35 +0000

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Who Is Cole Sprouse’s Girlfriend? Ari Fournier’s Age & Marriage Rumors Explained

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Riverdale star, Cole Sprouse has attracted a lot of questions about his impending wedding to his current girlfriend, Ari Fournier. This speculation follows the successful wedding of his twin brother Dylan last year. Many of Cole’s supporters have expressed an interest in his girlfriend’s age and the impending marriage rumors.

Here’s a closer look into who Ari Fournier is, her age as well as her marriage prospects with Cole.

Who is Cole Sprouse dating in 2024?

Cole Sprouse is presently dating Ari Fournier.

The couple have been together for over three years now, having started dating in 2021. As per US Magazine, Cole and Ari were first spotted publicly in March 2021, when the duo was photographed taking a stroll through the city of Vancouver while holding hands. Since then, the pair hasn’t shied away from publicizing their relationship, happily posting their moments together on social media from time to time.

Fournier notably celebrated their third anniversary in January of this year by posting a special carousel on Instagram, accompanied by a wholesome caption.

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Is Cole Sprouse married or engaged?

No, Cole Sprouse is not married or engaged, at the time of writing. He and Ari Fournier have not officially announced any update on their relationship.

The rumors around Cole Sprouse’s supposed marriage to his girlfriend have much to do with his twin brother Dylan getting married recently. Dylan Sprouse finally wedded his long-term partner, Barbara Palvin, in July 2023.

While talking to PEOPLE, Cole revealed that he has recently been bombarded with questions about marriage from all directions. He further acknowledged the fact that he is now the only unwed Sprouse but clarified that he feels no pressure.

In a separate interview on SiriusXM’s Let’s Talk Off Camera Kelly Ripa, Cole expressed gratitude towards his partner for not pushing him on the topic of marriage at any point in time. According to his statements, the couple seems to be progressing steadily by taking it one day at a time.

How old is Ari Fournier’s age?

Born in 1998, Ari Fournier is currently aged 25.

Fournier is six years younger than her partner, Cole Sprouse who was born on August 4, 1992.

According to Elle, Fournier is an Elite professional model and was discovered at 15 via Instagram. The Canadian-born model also has a YouTube channel that features videos on beauty, travel, life after lockdown, and what it’s like to be a model.

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Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! Streaming: Watch & Stream Online via Netflix

Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! Streaming: Watch & Stream Online via NetflixPhoto Credit: Digital Entertainment (DEI)

Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! is a 1994 musical romantic drama film. The story follows Prem and Nisha, who are in a relationship with each other, have to give up their love for the family. Rejoicing Indian wedding customs, the film is helmed iconic in Indian cinema history, paving way for more imaginative and romantic productions.

Here’s how you can watch and stream Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! via streaming services such as Netflix.

Is Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! available to watch via streaming?

Yes, Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! is available to watch via streaming on Netflix.

Prem studies business under his father and elder brother Rajesh. Nisha, a student of computer science, is adored by her parents and older sister, Pooja. Rajesh and Pooja get engaged when fate brings the two families together. Nisha remains with Pooja gets pregnant and attends the customary event prior to the baby’s birth. Prem and Nisha declare their love for one another and have a relationship in secret. But Pooja passes away in an accident, bringing the household to a standstill. Rajesh’s health declines as a result of his concerns for his motherless child’s future. Nisha’s father advises her to wed Rajesh and become Pooja’s child’s mother. Prem and Nisha give up their love. When Rajesh finds out the real reason for their sacrifice, fate steps in, blesses and unites the two loves.

Written and directed by Sooraj Barjatya , the cast features Madhuri Dixit as Nisha, Salman Khan as Prem, Mohnish Behl as Rajesh and Renuka Shahane as Pooja.

Watch Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! streaming via Netflix

Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! is available to watch on Netflix.

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You can watch via Netflix by following these steps:

  1. Visit netflix.com/signup
  2. Choose a payment plan from the following:
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  3. Enter your email address and password to create an account
  4. Enter your chosen payment method

The cheapest Netflix Standard with Ads Plan provides all but a few of its movies and TV shows. However, it will show ads before or during most of its content. You can watch in Full HD and on two supported devices at a time.

Its Standard Plan provides the same but is completely ad-free while also allowing users to download content on two supported devices with an additional option to add one extra member who doesn’t live in the same household.

The Premium Plan provides the same as above, though for four supported devices at a time, with content displaying in Ultra HD. Users get to download content on up to six supported devices at a time and have the option to add up to two extra members who don’t live in the same household. Netflix spatial audio is also supported.

NOTE: The streaming services listed above are subject to change. The information provided was correct at the time of writing.







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