UCLA quarterback Ty Dieffenbach has addressed speculation about his relationship with entertainer JoJo Siwa following a public display of affection after a recent football game. Dieffenbach, who has stepped in as the Bruins' starting quarterback due to an injury to Nico Iamaleava, was observed hugging Siwa on the field after UCLA's 27-0 victory over Nevada.
The interaction prompted questions about the nature of their connection, with many wondering if a romantic relationship existed between the 21-year-old athlete and the 23-year-old media personality.
Dieffenbach clarified the situation, explaining that their families have a long-standing connection. "My mom was her studio teacher when she was younger and I was really young, and our families just got really close. We’re good friends now," Dieffenbach stated, according to UCLA Wire. A video of the two dancing together, posted on Siwa's TikTok years ago, has also resurfaced on social media, highlighting their history.
Siwa's fans are aware that her public relationship is with television personality Chris Hughes, whom she was seen kissing at the Dancers Against Cancer's Gala Of The Stars in Beverly Hills in late October. Dieffenbach's focus remains on his undefeated UCLA team, which currently holds an 8-0 record this season.