John and Edward Grimes, identical twins from Dublin who perform under the name of Jedward, rose to fame on the X-Factor and have since gone on to reach number two in the UK with their debut single and enjoyed numerous top positions in the Irish charts, later representing their country in the Eurovision Song Contest this year where they came eighth. They have also appeared in pantomimes, numerous advertisements, campaigns and television programmes including Celebrity Big Brother where they came third.
Earlier this year they appeared bruised and battered as part of an anti-bullying campaign by the Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (ISPCC), surely a campaign close to their hearts as they themselves have been victims of bullying from an early age. In fact, at the age of twelve, the twins were forced out of one of Ireland’s most prestigious schools by bullies who targeted them because of their clean-cut image and love of cheesy pop music. Their treatment brings to mind another clean living pop star who has managed to live his entire life scandal free while also being ridiculed, derided, having his sexuality questioned and mocked throughout his life. He is still around while his detractors have long since vanished from the public consciousness. While musically, Sir Cliff Richard and Jedward are poles apart, behind the music is there much difference to how they are treated?
Now, Jedward are very much a Marmite act – you either love them or hate them. There seems to be no middle ground. Some find them irritating, others fascinating and entertaining. Personally, I was surprised they got as far as they did on the X-Factor and am even more shocked they are still making a living in the entertainment industry, but I have to admire their drive, enthusiasm and commitment. They are certainly not quitters.
However, whatever your own personal opinions, what we have here are two teenagers who don’t drink, smoke or take drugs, who live a healthy lifestyle, make the most of limited musical ability and most of all enjoy life. Is this really something to deride and ridicule?
On the X-Factor, Simon Cowell described them as ‘not very good and incredibly annoying’ which many would agree with, but his comments became much darker later on when he claimed they were “vile little creatures who would step on their mother’s head to have a hit” which even the most seasoned of Jedward haters would agree is harsh. Negative publicity surrounded them online during their time on the show, leading their mentor and now manager Louis Walsh to question “how people can hate two nice young kids from Ireland”. Their fans would disagree and those who I have spoken to describe them as thoroughly decent and having lots of time for their fans.
Over the Christmas period there have been numerous programmes featuring the twins and I am going to highlight how they are treated in two of them.
In ‘Celebrity Juice’, they have become regulars in a segment called ‘Keith vs Jedward’ in which the teams must predict who will successfully complete a task between host Keith Lemon (comedian Leigh Francis) and Jedward. In this, they are given ridiculous tasks which they complete with good humour and enthusiasm. Their strengths are played to and the audience very much laugh with them rather than at them. The whole show is a madcap event and this compliments their personalities and they act as a good foil to Lemon.
However, in the Christmas edition of ‘8 Out of 10 Cats’, they were continually shot down by host Jimmy Carr using phrases such as ‘Adults talking’ and claiming that his Christmas wish was that the twins would be struck down with a thunder bolt. Embarrassingly, as pointed out to him by team captain, John Richardson, you can’t be struck down by a thunder bolt, it would have to be a lightning bolt.
Also on the show, former teacher Greg Davies seemed to take a comment about him being much older than the twins and also having more than one chin in good humour but then repeatedly acted towards them in a very disrespectful and aggressive way, at one point claiming he had fainted while they were talking. As a former teacher, he should have known better and understood the effect bullying can have on people. While the twins seem to let all this go over their heads, no-one knows if it is having a negative effect or whether their past experiences have left them able to deal with any abuse aimed towards them.
Let’s not kid ourselves, what we have seen on television regarding Jedward is at the very least borderline bullying. Here are two teenagers who many youngsters love watching and listening to. If they are going to be booked on shows to be bullied by the hosts and other guests, then production companies need to consider whether they are comfortable with condoning bullying on their shows and the example it sets to any younger viewers who may be watching. Personally, while I usually find Jimmy Carr and ‘Cats’ hilarious, this edition left me feeling very uncomfortable.
At 42, I am far away from the demographic audience Jedward are trying to attract, but surely although they can be annoying and irritating, their vice free lifestyle, clean language and ability to laugh at themselves should be something to celebrate rather than berate. As role models for today’s youth, I can think of much worse examples and considering today’s climate of crime, recession, loss of civil liberties and dishonest public officials, Planet Jedward is looking like a more appealing place to live every passing day.
Excellent article.
Jedward fans are constantly seeing the hate directed at John and Edward who don’t have a bad bone in their body and do huge amounts of work for charity.
Whilst the haters were abusing them and wishing death upon them on twitter the other night, the twins were out on the cold streets of Dublin collecting money for the homeless after they finished their panto performnce.
The recent bullying of them on the Alan Carr show by Ruth Jones was one of the worst that Jedward fans have seen. Unsurprisingly the producers edited out all of Ruth’s vile comments and only showed John putting gel in her hair. If only people had seen what she had really been like to them. And how it affected them despite their constant professionalism. They rise above it and show themselves to be worth a million of their abusers.
Society condones this bullying and it needs to stop. People need to recognise it for what it is and make a stand against it. Thank goodness someone has said it in an article at last. Well done Andrew.
Good article!!! I really don’t understand why people are so nasty with John and Edward?? :’(
At last someone to highlight what is bullying on Tv which for entertainment is totally unacceptable whoever theperson bullied is. I am a jedward fan and if you had seen Alan Carr Chattyman it was more of the same and apparently from people that were in the audience that night it was considerably cut as they were bullied even more by David Walliams and Ruth someone or other which lead to the hair gel incident. The of course it is edited so that a lot of the bullying was removed and the hair gel looks like an unprovoked attack. The boys left the recording of this in a very upset state. I have met Jedward and they are the most genuine friendly loving boys with as much time for their fans as they can give always stopping for photos hellos and hugs. I thought I’d brought my kids up well but these 2 put mine to shame. I’m a Mum aged 40+ and think this bullying should End.
The public bullying of these two young men by “comedians” in this country is an absolute disgrace, to see these two lads, who should be praised for their clean life style, strong work ethic, charity work and devotion to the people who support them being treated so badly is sickening to behold, it is about time somebody spoke up publicly against it and I am very thankful that you have done so here with such a very well written and thought provoking article
im a jedward fan but i gotta admit they are gonna get treated like that if they behave the way they do on tv. we all know the sweet innocent childlike thing is an act so they should drop it and they won’t get so much hate i’m sure of that.
Very good article. It’s about time this has been noticed and brought to other peoples attention!
They have been treated even worse on other shows, especially All Carr Chattyman as recent as this week!
This kind of behavior/attitude towards John & Edward shouldn’t be just over seen, it’s very serious. What gets me the most is that most of the bullies are middle aged, some with kids, I don’t understand how they get away with it!
Fair play for standing up for John & Edward Andrew, I know I, as a fan, find myself sticking up for them against cynics on a daily basis.
In the Uk they are treated as an absolute joke,whereas everywhere else they are celebrated. I dont see why ,they are constantly attacked and patronised on these shows… I guarantee if u asked any of these “comedians” what they think of them as people they would reply positively ,remarking on their professionalism and how truly nice and sweet they are.
Im a Jedward fan and have spent copious amounts of time with them and they are the best in the world. My advice to people who hate them is p**s off and get on with your lives,they have plenty of people who love them,go focus on what you like .
Fantastic article. I’m a huge Jedward fan and it never fails to amaze me how badly they are treated, despite the fact that they are two of the nicest, most decent people you could ever meet. As you pointed out, they don’t drink, smoke or do drugs (in fact, they actively promote eating well and having a healthy lifestyle), and they’re also incredibly hardworking yet they still spend an extraordinary amount of time with their fans. So why on earth are they treated in such a degrading way? We should be highlighting the fact that they’re excellent role models, not just for young people but for everyone! It’s good to see a person who isn’t a fan of them have the ability to recognise how awful this blatant bullying is, so thank you for writing this article.
Thank you for this article, so good to see what Jedward fans have been seeing since John and Edward first appeared on our screens. Yes, I am a fan and have been from the first. I was initially drawn to the boys because I was puzzled as to why two clean cut young men should be the recipients of so much hatred. I was especially puzzled by why our press encouraged this whilst apparently applauding appalling behaviour on other public figures. Having watched the boys hard work over two years I have never changed my opinion that they are good natured hard working young men with excellent principles. What is going wrong in our society that these characteristics are derided by so called comedians and tv presenters. I spend my days combating bullying in school and trying to provide young children with good role models. It is disheartening that our media make this work so much harder and society suffers from it.
I have met John & Edward and they a great pair of adults. They 20 and some people forget that. They’ve been through so much bullying at school and XF the hate continued due to their talents being different!
I am a fan who has suffered bullying for 12 years from primary straight to university because I was casted out as different from the rest of the group.
These TV programmes seem to steal J&E’s limelight for themselves.
I look up to the twins as a role model (even if I’m older) they have very strong hearts, respect their fans like no other artist does and help their communities.
I heard after their panto they helped the homeless! I mean, what celebrities offer this service! I wish some people would understand that they are who they truely are! I would stand up for them any day!
I’m sorry but they way people are treated nowheredays, no wonder I see children depressed. Jedward are great role models!
Peace Out!
I tune into shows with Jedward on to see them be their hilarious selves, but I don’t see the point in getting them on the show just to tell them to shut up. They hardly get to finish a sentence. This just seems totally hypocritical to me, everyone should have their chance to talk, whether you like what they’re saying or not. Very good article, thanks for bringing it to people’s attention!
Congratulations for this brilliant article. People often forget that John and Edward have feelings too, and who knows how these shows can affect them.
The twins are really good role models, the amount of charity stuff they do despite of their packed schedule is unbelievable, and they never boast about it.
Seeing comedians picking on them, and people tweeting death wishes to them, for just having a bit of healthy fun is heartbreaking.
Honestly, we need more people like them in the world.
I couldn’t agree more with everything you have said. I am a Jedward fan who sees all this bullying and it breaks my heart. I’ve met them before and they’re two of the nicest guys I have ever met, they would never do any harm to anyone. There is no need for them to be treated in this way.
After the Alan Carr Christmas special they were on, they were both caught crying after it was filmed because of the way they were treated on the show. Whenever they are put on tv shows, the produders edit to make them out to be the ones in the wrong and that’s what irritates me.
The kind of behaviour towards the twins could have serious consequences and people need to realise this, yeah they are celebrities but they are still people with feelings.
Excellent article, about time someone stood up for the twins.
I never watch 8 out of 10 cats, only tuned in to see Jedward, but the way they were treated was disgusting.
A lot of people on twitter have been posting your article to Jimmy Carr in agreement with you.
Good on you!
Great to see an article highlighting what John & Edward face on a regular basis when in the UK. I’d like to point out though, they are quite talented musically, both play violin to Grade 5 standard, and also play between them piano & guitar. Their singing has improved dramatically since XF days (and even back then they could definitely hold a tune). They make high-quality videos for themselves & their fans, and indeed, when the video made for “Lipstick”, Ireland’s entry in this year’s ESC provded unsatisfactory, they set about making their own, which proved far superior in quality & style to the “official” one.
Recently in Ireland they performed at a concert for Childline, where they were acclaimed afterwards by many to be the natural successors to Westlife – they are in fact supporting this same group at their farewell concerts in Croke Park in 2012 – indeed, Jedward’s star only continues to rise.
The bullying of them on UK television & in the print media is an indication of the narrow-mindedness of the media in this country. It’s so easy to deride those considered “weaker”. Why these gorgeous young men are considered to be this is beyond me.
I’ve met them on numerous occasions, and I concur with the opinions of the majority of commentators here, they are hard-working, lovely, considerate, TALENTED and highly intelligent young men. I’m not a teen, I’m a married mother of 4 in my 40s and I will defend them as long as I need to.
This artical is amazing, these boys make loads of people smile, do so much for their fans, have gotten so far with all this hate, i am proud of them.
All this bulling on the tv shows really should stop, alan carr wasn’t so bad but 8 out of 10 cats was terrible!
I love these boys so much and it breaks my heart to see the hate they get!
I just wish people could take a deeper and closer look at them,then there wouldn’t be so much hate.
You are so right. None of these people really know the real John and Edward but then I don’t think they even care. The way they are always referred to as “thick” for a start is so wrong. If people knew them at all they’d realise what kind, sensitive boys they are and would maybe think twice about the abuse they give them (you would hope).
Excellent article! The media in this country is very sick-minded, and that is very apparent in its treatment of these two. They are excellent role models, in a world where it is becoming increasingly difficult to find these. For this reason alone, not to mention the constant downright hard and tireless work that they do, they should be lauded and praised, not attacked and insulted on national TV or anywhere else. Their treatment by the media is a national disgrace.
John and Edward are inconciderate and immature. Their “jokes” go too far and they do not properly apologise after. They are not being bullied, they are getting the backlash of their behaviour.
I’m sure they are lovely lads but they are bringing the jokes on themselves.
Did you hear any of the abuse they got? Do they really deserve to be called f**ing w****s on national TV. Come on! Do they deserve all these people ganging up on them and saying all these awful things to them. “Backlash for their behaviour?!” What on earth could they have “behaved like” to warrant all of the ridicule and abuse they endured?
Pulling someones bikini bottoms up on tv, poring a pot of gel on someones head on tv, most of the sh*t they did in the big brother house with no apologies to anyone.
I rest my case.
didn’t read this, they did apoligise for pulling Amy’s bikini bottoms and cleaned the whole house after? What was edited out was that the twins and Amy were messing pulling eachothers clothes, edited to make the twins seem bad. John told us this himself. As for the gel, she deserved that, she bulled them on that show, fans i know who were in the audience and would normally not care about people poking fun at the twins said it was the worst they’ve ever been treated by anyone so yeah, she deserved and they apoligised for that.
I REST MY CASE.
Your examples are not very good since they did apologize for pulling Amy’s bikini bottoms up and they did apologize for putting gel into Ruth’s hair. But for example Ruth didn’t apologize for absolutely vile comments about setting Jedward on fire.
And the stuff on the big brother house didn’t mostly harm anyone. Making a giant fish out of candy? Decorating the garden with toilet paper? Nobody got hurt. Their image is just wacky and silly. They are constantly asked unprofessional questions and they are constantly being made fun of, but when they see someone else hurting they help. I think they consider making everybody happy and cheerful their quest.
what “jokes” are you talking about?
Yes definitely victims of prime time TV bullying. Their treatment was shameful and my daughter (big fan) and I felt upset at the way they were treated. They were sitting targets for all the other “celebrities” to get cheap laughs. They were ridiculed, patronised and verbally abused. Some of the things they were called were disgusting. The twins are definitely not “thick” as constantly made out to be and must be left feeling really upset after all these attacks made on them. They are the ultimate professionals, however, and take all of this on the chin and just carry on. I actually find it amazing that the producers of these shows allowed this to happen in the first place let alone allow these bullying scenes to be aired especially with all the publicity surrounding anti-bullying campaigns around. As for Jimmy Carr, he is an absolute disgrace. I’ve never found him funny before the recent show with Jedward in but now I absolutely despise him and he should be made to publically apologise to John and Edward Grimes. If the TV producers of these shows continually turn a blindeye to this public bullying then I think unfortunately the twins’ management should turn down invitations to appear on such shows in future.
Hi, I not John and Edward’s no. one fan, i found the show very hard to watch. the way they were treated on Alan Carrs show was discusting, my heart went out to them, and when David Williams pretending to ‘do it’ to one of the twins. They are two inioncent boys and shouldn’t be treated like that on tv or off. Ruth jones was a bully and egged them on to they retaliated against her.
What an excellent article which cuts right to the chase. Why anyone would think that bullying behaviour should be acceptable to be presented on prime-time tv for the entertainment of viewers is beyond me. Treat the twins with respect – as many interviewers do – that’s the way to get the best out of them.
The twins don’t have a bad word to say about anybody, in public, no matter what has been said about them. They are excellent role models and should be treated as such instead of as “odd” because they don’t go out drinking and indulging in casual sex, and should not have to put up with having disgusting suggestions made to them by the like of Ruth Jones (which were cut out in order to make their reaction look over the top) They have avid and loyal fans of all ages who will continue to support them.
The article was very good. The two are totally lovable people, they deserve respect and recognition. I am a fan, a so-called JedHead:) John and Edward are just normal nice guys, although they are sometimes a bit crazy but they’re only human. I love everything about the two, I could not live without them, because they have simply changed my life. ok I’m only 13 but I think I can judge very well. I know many nice people that love Jedward like me, I have not met the two yet … but I will hopefully soon, at their next concert here in Hamburg, Germany. I know the fans can only say good about them and I believe them! Jedward always write at twitter as they love to meet ALL their fans and how much they love us (the fans) , and I believe them! on youtube they uploading videos to show their fans what they do or have done sometimes. i think they could be also good adults , if they want to. but they also want to show how lovable life is and how happy they are to have those wonderful fans . My Parents and my grand-parents and every adult i asked , also think they are fabulous role models . so i just can say i love them , and i pray that the bullying at them is stopping right now ! if some people dont like them , they shouldn’t surch for them in the internet , to make them down , thats so unfair and destroying.We all must supporting jedward , they really deserving our support , if we like them , so if anyone dont like them PLEASE LEAVE THEM ALONE ! they have feelings too!
I completely agree with everything you said! 8 out of 10 cats wasnt even as bad as alan carrs christmas special in my opinion. The way they where treated on all these shows was disgusting. They are the nicest more genuine people ever. They spend their time working so hard to do what they love and they spend ALL their spare time meeting fans and its not a quick picture and they leave they get to know you learn your name and talk to you like youve known them for ages. It hurt for their fans to watch them being treated like this and we know it hurt them to. These boys are amazing. For example the other day they did two panto shows,2 meet and greets and spent time outside with fans THEN they went out in the night after all this to collect money for homeless people. UK shows seem to just take the piss out of them. Irish interviews treat them with such respect. Ruth Jones was one of the biggest bullys ive come across towards them.
Id also like to say I love how all the other “celebs” on these shows act like John and Edward are stupid and have no sence when their smarter then the rest of them. They stayed calm and didnt throw verbal abuse or anything like the others did towards the twins back at the bullying celebs. Their alot smarter than you all think and they know how to act and know exactly what their doing
. Take this from someone whos met them ALOT and spoke to them normally without the whole “jedward” act their two very normal boys who are still hyper and funny and sweet but trust me they know what their doing.
Very good article. Really, thank you for it.
Excellent article. I truly love the twins and it broke my heart when I saw them treated like that in 8 out of 10 cats. John and Edward like joking and messing around and they are able to laugh at themselves, which is something that no matter how wrong it is some people seem to be using against them. Jimmy Carr was so keen on saying “adults talking” so I would have expected him to act like one.
During the airing of ‘Chatty Man’ and ’8 Out of 10 Cats’ the hate towards the twins in Twitter was beyond imaginable and was so bad that I can’t even write it here. Some haters even started bullying us when we tweeted our opinion of the twins. But the worst part is that the same hate can still be found and we know that unless you want to feel miserable and angry it’s sometimes better not to Twitter search “jedward”. My only hope is that John and Edward will always remember that we love them no matter what and know how amazing persons they are.
The twins are not only talented and good at what they are doing but also two boys with golden hearts. They always have time for their fans and their tweets, messages and YouTube videos make us smile and feel like the world is a better place. They really want harm to no one and the hate they get just makes me sick. Of course John and Edward make mistakes sometimes but their inspiring attitude towards life and incredible kindness and love are the things why I look up to them and love them.
This is such a load of bull and totally over the top.
You your opinion Elli not in anyone elses – do you not find it strange that you are the only person on here who thinks the way they were treated on 8 out of 10 cats was acceptable – are you a bully I would imagine yuou are that would explain your bad attitude
I agree completely with you and thank you for bringing this into light!
I’ts about time a person who isn’t a fan addressed the issue of bullying that happens on some tv shows the twins participate in. While some of it is just harmless fun, and the twins can take it, some of it is just disgraceful. Fans understand the fun side of it, but when it gets seriosu its not fair.
People think the twins don’t understand or whatever, but thiings actually do upset them, like after the Alan Carr Chatty Man Christmas show they were upset. Obviously the producers edited out all the vile things Ruth Jones said to John and Edward, and edited her breaking Johns shoulder pad. They tried to make it out as the twins were the bad people.
Thank you for writing about this, it needs to be stopped.
Thank you for this article, about time somebody actually speaks up about this disgrace. Jedward have been bullied on UK TV from the first time they were shown on X-Factor. Do British people really think it is funny for grown-ups to bully young people and use them for cheap laughs on national television? Or is it the case of television producers having lost all touch with realities?
I am not a huge Jedward fan, but they don’t do any harm to anyone and seem to be decent lads. I am truly sick watching so-called comedians bullying them – IT’S NOT FUNNY – somebody please pass the message to “comedians” and British TV executives.
I’m not actually suprised with this article. Whether the boys like taking it over their heads or not, it wasn’t cool of these stupid old screws. If I was living anywhere close to Jedward I’d probably help them sue those bast*rds. They could easily get money out of this. I’d give them a good lesson on the trial and would enjoy it for the first time in my life.
I think J&E should keep on appearing on these shows, spite ‘em all and keep on being annoying and breaking their news. It would be fun to watch Jimmy get a mental breakdown.
Go Jedward
Serbia is with ya!
i would just like to say THANK-YOU!! i am a Jedward fan and always have been, its not easy sitting there listing all the nasty comments going toward the twins, they ask them to be on their show and then just put them down! All they are trying to do is follow there dream. They are such a inspiration for me and many other people! Keep Rocking out, we all love you!
Im with you every step of the way!
Great article. Thank you for this. I think this is really a big serious issue. I dont find it comfortable or funny seeing people being embarrassed in national tv. Whether young or old, to be treated like an idiot or make fun of your weaknesses is not right. These comedians wanted to prove they are smarter than John and Edward by insulting them doesnt make them a bigger person. , they dont realized it makes them disrespectful. if they are my parents or relatives, i’ll be very ashamed of them.
Anyways, John and Edward proved they have more moral values than these people and its a great trait and its important in this very disgraceful society.
I am not at all a Jedward fan, their hyperactivity can really grind my gears. However, I watch alot of comedy shows so stumble across them from time to time, and I have to say that I didn’t find 8 out of 10 cats too bad.. the show is full of comedians and that style of show is famous for being cut throat in that everyone wants to get their say and anyone that isn’t a comedian will tend to get the p*ss taken but usually it is harmless and the person must know going on that’s where it is going to go.
Another thing with it being so everyone trying to get their say is that instantly the others will get their backs up with Jedward when they won’t stop talking and alot of the time their talking seems nonsensical and irrelevant, or just goes on too long. So I can see how they get annoyed. I am not condoning any extreme treatment but this is bound to happen and the boys must know going in about it.. To be honest I don’t think they should go on the shows full stop, the audiences generally aren’t going to be Jedward fans and it just means other guests don’t get their say.
Having said that the other thing I don’t enjoy is when it cuts to their faces and they are clearly unhappy, but chatty man was the reason I came here because by the end of the show everything seemed so awkward and weird, I assumed that it was Jedward’s fault but after reading a few things it appears to have been cut, what did Ruth Jones actually do?
If it is the case then I totally agree, that they are booked because in the UK they are seen as idiots and annoying at that. They shouldn’t be booked at all on the panel shows as from the go they are ripped apart.- partly brought on by themselves.
They clearly are alot calmer and easier to like on interview shows where they are by themselves like Jonathon Ross or this morning (which i just youtubed) so I am not saying they are horrific but just should not be on certain platforms because their style is not going to go down well with the comedians.
These people call comedians are so ignorant ,especially the woman, they don’t know how to respect. real examples in the society.These are comedian ‘rubish’and bullies.
This is a very good article, you have definitely done your homework Andrew, it shows. Hat’s off to you for treating your subject with respect.
Most people agree that bullying is wrong but in the case of Jedward on ’8 Out of 10 Cats’ (and later on ‘Chatty Man’) many would argue that it wasn’t bullying because hey, it’s ok to be vile to Jedward, isn’t it? Of course not! It is NEVER ok to bully someone, even if the coolest kids do it. Moreover; this auto-hate towards John and Edward needs to stop and I am glad you’re helping people realise that John and Edward are a pair of nice young lads who have feelings too. I know they are the Marmite of the nation, but still I AM looking forward to when the tide will turn a bit more in their favour and people will realise that they are actually quite a unique act and superb entertainers.
Brilliant Article. Thank you for this.
I do really like Jedward. I can understand why people can find them abit irritating, but thats what makes them so funny. It’s refreshing to have two people that are always possitive no matter what they’ve been through, and can bring some joy to our tv screens. Any TV show they end up going on, it’s all about them. They make the show what it is. Take Alan Carr and 8 out of 10 cats; without them, the show would of been dull. Although they clearly understand how they’re going to get treated on these shows (thanks to Simon Cowell) I think lately it’s gone a bit too far. You only have to look at their faces to show they’re upset. Just because they don’t sit there and moan about what’s happening in the world doesn’t mean they’re stupid. I actually think most of the older generation that dislike them are jealous of how they refuse to ‘grow up’- with this I mean turn into grumpy old gits because thats what most people do- and have used their personalities and made a career for themselves that allows them to do so.
Dont get me wrong, I really like Alan Carr, and I think 8/10 Cats was worse, but It’s awkward to watch two good, happy and selfless 20 year old lads be bullied on TV because comics these days can’t think of any jokes that are better thank getting Jedward on their show to mock them.
They really are so nice, and so down to earth. They are more intelligent than people give them credit for, I mean, what they’ve made of themselves isn’t just down to luck. They work hard. I just wish people would respect them.
Just watched celebrity juice and John or Edward and Keith lemon were hitting each other with baguettes, at the end u could clearly see Keith lemon aim for John or Edwards kidneys instead of his bum, and u could see in his eyes that he really wanted to hurt him, which he did, a lot. That’s what prompted me to search the Internet to see how the web viewed bullying by uk tv on jedward.
I think it’s despicable how they are treated on most of these shows and they won’t be getting anymore ratings from this house until an apology is issued from all parties.
Jedward are great, and I have huge respect for them for all their success and good will.
Maybe the uk media bully them because they (jedward) beat them in the Eurovision?
Being a Fan of Jedward or just supporting them, is political statement for now.
Good, decent and beautiful people against ugly bullies, drug-users, smokers, alcoholics and bad language users.
JedWars begins..
I have never in my life been in any concert, I don’t care about music, but now I go to Jedward performance.. just as political statement.
Jedward are a vile, rude, disgusting pair of individuals that need to learn some manners – What they did to Ruth Jones was disgusting and showed a total lack of respect – Get them off TV, its no coincidence that the the vast majority of their fans are very young peop-le whio don;t know any better yet – but they’ll understand one day ….
To be honest I found the whole thing on alan carr embarassing and awkward, I’m not a fan of Jedwards music but I usually find them entertaining during interviews, the way ruth jones behaved toward them was just awkward, she refused to sit next to them and asked if how they acted was all a big act when she obviously knew it wasn’t, Jedward are the kind of people who attract some redicule but ruth wasnt even being funny about it, hmm its just odd that jedward were invited onto the show and then treated in a way which made me the viewer feel uncomfortable watching. plus seeing jedward on big brother made me realize they are two of the nicest boys ever… ruth jones was being very mean for no particular reason, people seem to forget these are two young boys who put up with ALOT of put downs and name calling..
I watched 8 out of 10 cats and was throughly amused how Jedward were treated, I don’t condone bullying at all but I think these two morons bring it all on themselves.
Everyone making comments on here are Jedward fans, can’t really understand it, sure they’re better than corrupt MPs and other less savoury parts of society but does that mean they have to get air time on tv? They are talentless morons.
Someone mentioned they are talented, at what exactly???? I saw the Ghostbusters cover they did, was that a joke? I watched it twice because it made me laugh so much, if it is all an act and they are doing an ‘Ali G’ or a ‘Borat’ then hats off to them but I doubt it.
One other thing, as someone mentioned, 8 out of 10 cats is known as being cutthroat, Jedward aren’t the first and wont be the last to be mocked, watched Frankie Boyle mock the girl from this is Essex for one example.
Boo hoo Jedward, all you fanboys make me sick, if they didn’t act like fools then this wouldn’t happen
I quote on of the morons:
“last year my friend gave me a cat….then the cat was eating cheese…but cats don’t like cheese and then the rat started eating cheese”
Something like that anyway, WHO CARES ABOUT SUCH RUBBISH STORIES????????
ok so yes im a Jedward fan and only 16 and I came across this article randomly looking up a picture…but anyways its true te fact theyre good role models not only because im a fan but because they dont do drugs nor drink and theyre not out there having sex and hooking up with random chicks like most of you haters on this page….to see some of the hate comments towards us and them abiut how theyre vile little creatures and the BULLYING wasnt bullying and was amusing…uhm im sorry…but are you f**king stupid? like clearly u have no common sense nor a life if your gonna be hating on good role models for us teens and younger kids….like clearly you have no f**king life to be sitting on ur a** typing away some stupid hate comment that popped into ur head just to get ur point across when NO ONE EVEN GIVES A CRAP WHAT YOU HAVE TO SAY….so clearly you need a life if you think that the way they are treated is brought upon themselves and that you find it amusing…like its understandable if u dont care for them…but hate on them and post stupid s**t on here about them…?
clearly you haters are just jealous the fact THEY ARE FAMOUS AND HAVE THEIR NAME OUT THERE CAUSE THEY TOOK A DAMN CHANCE when YOU ARE NOT AND NOBODY KNOWS YOU EXCEPT AS A STUPID LAZY A** HATER WHOSE JEALOUS OF TWO BRILLIANT ROLEMODELS WHO ACTUALLY HAVE A LIFE UNLIKE YOU
and no this is not just because im a fan…even my whole family (who really dont care for them) find your comments and extra crap to be ridiculous and obnoxious….so yeah
just thought I’d put that out there since it IS WRONG to support bullying and to make it out theyre horrible twins to their whole fanbase from ages of like 5-20+ …..like if u haters have kids and they watched it and started bullying…what are you gunna do about it…support it? ur kid could end up in juvi if it ended up severe to the point theyre beating up kids….theres my other point
great article and to all you haters…JEDWARD IS ALWAYS GONNA LOVE YOU just like us Jedheads
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haters gonna hate but sometimes people have to get their point across since some haters have no lives an no commen sense to see it… no offence of course
<3 xoxox
kthxbye
oh and this is the BEST ARTICLE kay?
just saying
bye xo
ok so yes im a Jedward fan and only 16 and I came across this article randomly looking up a picture (great article btw;) anyways its true the fact theyre good role models not only because im a fan but because they dont do drugs nor drink and theyre not out there having sex and hooking up with random chicks like most of you haters on this page….to see some of the hate comments towards us and them about how theyre vile little creatures and the BULLYING wasnt bullying and was amusing OH ANNNNNDD the JEDWARD FANS who say they are treated that way because it’s the way the act and that they should change that image…..errmm im sorry…but are you f**king stupid? like clearly u have no common sense nor a life nor a FAN OF THEM if your gonna be hating on them…the good role models for us teens and younger kids….like clearly you have no f**king life to be sitting on ur a** typing away some stupid hate comment that popped into ur head just to get ur point across when NO ONE EVEN GIVES A CRAP WHAT YOU HAVE TO SAY….so clearly you need a life if you think that the way they are treated is brought upon themselves and that you find it amusing…like its understandable if u dont care for them…but hate on them and post stupid s**t on here about them…?
clearly you haters are just jealous the fact THEY ARE FAMOUS AND HAVE THEIR NAME OUT THERE CAUSE THEY TOOK A DAMN CHANCE when YOU ARE NOT AND NOBODY KNOWS YOU EXCEPT AS A STUPID LAZY A** HATER WHOSE JEALOUS OF TWO BRILLIANT ROLEMODELS WHO ACTUALLY HAVE A LIFE UNLIKE YOU
and no this is not just because im a fan…even my whole family (who really dont care for them) find your comments and extra crap to be ridiculous and obnoxious….so yeah
just thought I’d put that out there since it IS WRONG to support bullying and to make it out theyre horrible twins to their whole fanbase from ages of like 5-20+ …..like if u haters have kids and they watched it and started bullying…what are you gunna do about it…support it? ur kid could end up in juvi if it ended up severe to the point theyre beating up kids….theres my other point
great article and to all you haters…JEDWARD IS ALWAYS GONNA LOVE YOU just like us Jedheads
<3
haters gonna hate but sometimes people have to get their point across since some haters have no lives an no commen sense to see it… no offence of course
<3 xoxox
kthxbye
Like you said Tori, no one gives a crap about what other people have to say, the same goes for Jedward, I couldn’t care less what they have to say and fortunately at the moment don’t live in England so don’t have to listen to their drivel.
I don’t think the reason Jedward have so many haters is because people are jealous, personally I’d rather be rich than famous, how come Susan Boyle hasn’t got haters hating on her?
Bullying sucks but if you act like a twat you should expect some comeback, and as for a good rolemodel, what are they teaching? With no talent you can be famous.
I have friends who are way more talented but haven’t made it in the music business, so I’ll give them credit where it’s due, they have used their situation to their advantage so fair play to them and more fool to the average X-factor watcher.
Seriously, how old do you think they act? more like their shoe size and their age huh (Haven’t had a chance to say that since I was at school lol)