2020 has been a crazy year – and that’s an understatement.
But one thing has remained consistent in this unpredictable year, and that has been John and Edward Grimes becoming the unsung heroes that no one saw coming.
Jedward have had their say on everything important that has happened this year – from the Black Lives Matter protests, to lockdown restrictions, to the ever-changing weather in Ireland.
Here are the top times Jedward won the internet during the coronavirus lockdown:
Sending heartfelt DM’s to unsuspecting fans
A host of social media users shared screenshots of the pop duo’s random DMs, expressing their confusion and delight at the sweet messages.
“When Jedward DM you to send you good vibes and smiles you have no choice but to accept good vibes and smiles,” one user wrote alongside the random DM she received.
jedward, good morning. pic.twitter.com/BaZwV6BHgx
— Ben Smoke (@bencsmoke) June 17, 2020
My good vibes have been verified by Jedward none of you need speak to me ever again pic.twitter.com/tAtUmJG3F4
— ⚔️🥀babyghoul🥀⚔️ (@zxchariou) June 18, 2020
When Jedward DM you to send you good vibes and smiles you have no choice but to accept good vibes and smiles pic.twitter.com/zZZNzYJ6X7
— LC (@ElleEmSee) June 17, 2020
Okay so I woke up this morning to Jedward in my DMs…. happy Friday pic.twitter.com/iGwD22OSzp
— Amy Jagger (@AmyJaggerx) June 19, 2020
Jedward have slid into my DMs and I’m living for it. Most encouragement I’ve had for months. pic.twitter.com/VZFJsJwwMA
— Grant Tucker (@GrantTucker) June 18, 2020
Supporting the Black Lives Matter movement
The former X Factor stars joined a Black Lives Matter protest in LA, where they were quarantining with actress Tara Reid.
The twins took to Twitter to share their support for the movement, writing: “There should be no more hurt. Keep making your voices heard. Together we stand united. Enough is Enough! #BlackLivesMatter.”
The Irish duo also shared snaps from the protests, where they joined in on the “No Justice, No Peace” chants.
Unity on Hollywood Blvd #BlackLivesMatter pic.twitter.com/lFCRGzVhFx
— JEDWARD (@planetjedward) June 2, 2020
#BlackLivesMatter pic.twitter.com/YL1McHwMmw
— JEDWARD (@planetjedward) June 2, 2020
Highlighting the importance of suncream
Although it’s hard to remember now, Ireland did actually enjoy a few months of sunshine at the beginning of lockdown.
People across the country enjoyed the blistering heat from the comfort of their gardens, enjoying BBQ’s and sunbathing.
John and Edward left an important reminder for fans to take care of their skin amidst the heatwave, highlighting the importance of wearing suncream.
Please Protect your skin from the sun! Wear Suncream! This is the result of severe sunburn pic.twitter.com/jPhj1PqhJ5
— JEDWARD (@planetjedward) August 18, 2020
Their hilarious comparison to Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi
With Ellen DeGeneres dominating headlines at the moment as her popular talk show is subjected to an internal investigation following reports of a “toxic workplace environment”, Jedward decided to weigh in on the drama.
The 29-year-olds shared a hilarious meme of Ellen with her wife Portia, commenting on how alike the couple were to the twins.
“I’m John and I’m Edward and together we are Jedward,” they captioned the photo.
I’m John and I’m Edward and together we are Jedward pic.twitter.com/wRdFVBla1n
— JEDWARD (@planetjedward) August 18, 2020
Throwing shade at influencers going abroad during lockdown
After various influencers were spotted jetting off despite government guidelines encouraging people to stay at home and enjoy staycations, Jedward had something to say.
The twins praised those who are staying at home, hailing them as “heroes”.
To everyone staying home and not flexing on a beach in Ibiza! You are the heroes saving lives and not trying to be a so called social influencer 🙌🏼
— JEDWARD (@planetjedward) August 3, 2020
Storm Ellen weather warning
Following last week’s red weather warning ahead of Storm Ellen, Jedward decided to do their own weather forecast.
Courtesy of “Jed Éireann”, the duo shared a snap from their new track Extraordinary along with making reference to their Eurovision Song Contest single Waterline – to remind people to “get the feck inside” ahead of the storm.
Weather update from Jed Éireann Storm Ellen is coming get the feck inside we’re all close to the Waterline pic.twitter.com/sbqj0vr0uT
— JEDWARD (@planetjedward) August 19, 2020
Sharing their thoughts on the anti-mask protests
Over the weekend, an anti-mask protest was held in Dublin City Centre – attracting crowds of people not complying with social distancing measures.
The protest sparked a lot of outrage across the country, including with Jedward – who got into a heated debate with Jim Corr about the matter.
Dear Dublin Anti Mask Protest! Get the fuck inside you selfish low lives
sincerely the rest of the country
— JEDWARD (@planetjedward) August 22, 2020
G’wan leave the whole country “breathless” from Covid because of your idiotic behaviour @Jimcorrsays 🖕🏼 pic.twitter.com/AptBunlTeY
— JEDWARD (@planetjedward) August 22, 2020
Everyone has the right to protest but it’s not peaceful or making change when the consequences are more deaths! that’s not democracy it’s murder!
— JEDWARD (@planetjedward) August 22, 2020
When your core message is wrong you have no legs to stand on!There’s only one Right in this fight against Covid so don’t even try to question it! Change your attitude and get with the times 👍🏻
— JEDWARD (@planetjedward) August 22, 2020
BLM protests are for the greater good and have made world change!
Protesting against a global pandemic solution and going out of your way to fuck us all over nobody has time for that!
— JEDWARD (@planetjedward) August 22, 2020
We come from a genuine place and have the best intentions everyone will have different interpretations but please take it on board we’re all just trying to get this shit show under control 👍🏻
— JEDWARD (@planetjedward) August 22, 2020
Meeting with the Embassy of Ireland
Jedward have even got the seal of approval from the Embassy of Ireland, who tweeted a photo with the twins on Sunday.
Alongside the photo, the Embassy wrote: “Wear your mask. Wash your hands. Listen to @planetjedward.”
Wear your mask. Wash your hands. Listen to @planetjedward. pic.twitter.com/6P2UgOEPW2
— Embassy of Ireland USA (@IrelandEmbUSA) August 23, 2020
