Has JoJo Siwa left 'SYTYCD'? Speculation arises as FOX dancing show judge goes missing in Season 18's premiere

Contrary to this assumption, JoJo was previously announced as the replacement for Nigel Lythgoe in the hit dance series
UPDATED MAR 5, 2024
Fans question JoJo Siwa's absence from FOX's 'SYTYCD' Season 18 (FOX)
Fans question JoJo Siwa's absence from FOX's 'SYTYCD' Season 18 (FOX)

ATLANTA, GEORGIA: In the premiere episode of 'So You Think You Can Dance' Season 18, regular judge JoJo Siwa was notably absent, leading viewers to speculate whether she had left the FOX show. Contrary to this assumption, JoJo was previously announced as the replacement for Nigel Lythgoe in the hit dance series.

In the Monday, March 4 episode, Comfort Fedoke was seen in JoJo's place, but it's important to note that Comfort will only be present for the audition round. Viewers can expect JoJo Siwa to make her appearance in the subsequent episodes.

FOX uploaded a video, featuring 3 judges Comfort, Allison Holker, and Maksim Chmerkovskiy, saying, "Say hello to tonight' judges." To this, a fan commented, "Can't they just leave it this way? Please, please don't make us watch JoJo again!"

Another wondered, "Ohhhh just for tonight. Damn. I thought Jojo was gone. This would be a great trio of judges."



 



 

A fan asked, "Where’s jojo?" Tot his, one replied, "she is in some of auditions but will be a judge for actual show." Another claimed, "Keep these judges please!"


 
 
 
 
 
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Where is 'SYTYCD' judge JoJo Siwa now?

'SYTYCD' judge JoJo Siwa enjoying herself in Florida (Instagram/@itsjojosiwa)
'SYTYCD' judge JoJo Siwa enjoying herself in Florida (Instagram/@itsjojosiwa)

JoJo recently shared a series of photos and videos from her time in Florida, including a snapshot of herself getting a new tattoo.

In her caption, JoJo wrote, '48 hours in Florida ❤️‍🔥. There are four photos in this slide that I can't wait for you to understand what's happening in them. Give me a few, and you'll know, I promise. Any guesses?'

Before she visited Florida, JoJo was spotted enjoying time with her friends at Super Bowl 2024.

What is 'SYTYCD' judge JoJo Siwa's net worth?

'SYTYCD' judge JoJo Siwa's net worth is somewhere around (Instagram/@itsjojosiwa)
'SYTYCD' judge JoJo Siwa's net worth is somewhere around $20M (Instagram/@itsjojosiwa)

Dancer, singer, actress, model, and reality TV personality JoJo has reportedly amassed a net worth of $20 million, as per Celebrity Net Worth. Rising to prominence through her YouTube videos, JoJo garnered millions of subscribers and views.

Many believe that JoJo's actual net worth is higher than the estimated figure. Reportedly selling $40M in bow ribbons, she undoubtedly earned a substantial amount of money. JoJo is said to be making a significant income through sales alone.

Apart from her lucrative bow business, JoJo has made appearances on various shows, including 'Ultimate Halloween Costume Party,' 'Not-So-Valentine Special,' and 'Ultimate Halloween Haunted House.'

She has also made notable cameos on shows such as 'The Masked Singer,' 'Dancing with the Stars,' 'Keeping Up with the Kardashians,' and many more.

'SYTYCD' Season 18 premiered on March 4 at 9/8c on FOX. The new episodes will be premiering every Monday at the same time.

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