Jelly Roll and Bunnie XO Divorce After Nearly 10 Years of Marriage
Jelly Roll, a prominent figure in country music, has initiated divorce proceedings from his wife, Bunnie Xo, after nearly ten years of marriage. The filing took place on May 18 in Williamson County, Tennessee, according to court documents reviewed by a media source. The separation date has been noted as May 9, with cited reasons for the split including “irreconcilable differences.”
Both Jelly Roll, whose real name is Jason DeFord, and Bunnie Xo are committed to co-parenting the singer’s two children, Bailee, 18, and Noah, 9, from previous relationships. The couple, who have shared primary custody of Bailee, are reportedly navigating the implications of their split while ensuring the well-being of their family.
A media source reported that a moving truck was spotted at the couple’s residence in Tennessee, suggesting an ongoing division of shared property. However, neither Jelly Roll nor Bunnie Xo have publicly addressed the circumstances surrounding their divorce. Inquiries sent to their representatives for comments have yet to receive a response.
The couple first met in 2015 and married in a private Las Vegas ceremony in August 2016, opting to keep the event a secret from friends and family. They renewed their vows in the same Las Vegas chapel in August 2023, indicating a shared commitment to their relationship. However, the marriage has faced challenges, including a notable separation in 2018, which Bunnie Xo candidly discussed in her memoir, “Stripped Down: Unfiltered and Unapologetic.”
Jelly Roll has openly reflected on the affair that led to their previous separation, calling it “one of the worst moments of his adulthood” during a podcast appearance. Despite the tumultuous past, Bunnie Xo defended her choice to reconcile, emphasizing the strength it takes to confront pain and rebuild a relationship.
In the hours preceding the public announcement of the divorce on June 15, Bunnie Xo shared an Instagram story suggesting a focus on personal healing and happiness, captioned “She’s getting her sparkle back.”
On the career front, Jelly Roll has emerged as one of the most successful crossover artists in the country genre, with several chart-topping singles and albums over the past few years. His 2022 single, “Son of a Sinner,” reached number one on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart, while his recent album, “Beautifully Broken,” debuted atop the Billboard 200. Meanwhile, Bunnie Xo has carved a niche in the podcasting world as the host of “Dumb Blonde.”
As the couple embarks on this new chapter of their lives, both are navigating personal and professional transitions in the public eye, reflective of the complexities of family dynamics and fame.
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