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Jelly Roll Files for Divorce from Wife Bunnie XO After Nearly a Decade of Marriage
Jelly Roll, the rapper and singer known for his blend of country and hip‑hop, filed for divorce from his wife, Bunnie XO, on May 18 2026. The filing was reported by AOL on June 15 2026 and marks the end of a marriage that began in 2016.
The couple had been public about their relationship for years. Bunnie XO, a podcast host and founder of Dumb Blonde Productions, had previously spoken about the challenges they faced, including infidelity. In a memoir released months before the divorce, she described arguments and the affair that led to the filing. Bunnie also said publicly that she had “been through hell” and named the infidelity.
Jelly Roll, whose real name is Jason Bradley DeFord, has been in the public eye since 2003. He rose to mainstream prominence in 2022 with singles such as “Son of a Sinner.” He has two children from prior relationships: an 18‑year‑old daughter, Bailee Ann, and a 9‑year‑old son, Noah Buddy. The couple had also announced plans to welcome twins via in‑vitro fertilization.
The divorce has drawn attention from fans and media. Bailee Ann, Jelly Roll’s daughter, posted a TikTok video on the day of the news, calling the public response “crazy” and urging people to keep the matter private. The video was widely shared and sparked discussion about the family’s privacy.
Bunnie XO’s social media activity after the filing included a TikTok video lip‑syncing Nickelback’s “How You Remind Me.” The clip was posted a few days after the divorce filing and was interpreted by some as a response to the news. Additionally, rumors circulated that Bunnie had hugged Chad Kroeger in a TikTok video, but no confirmation has been provided.
In an interview on the Human School podcast, Jelly Roll said that cheating was “one of the worst moments” of his adult life. He also mentioned that he had been working on repairing the relationship, though the divorce filing indicates that the effort did not prevent the end of the marriage.
The divorce filing was filed in the state of Tennessee, where the couple resides. No settlement details or child‑custody arrangements have been released publicly. The case is expected to proceed through the court system, and both parties have not issued further statements.
The public nature of the divorce, combined with the couple’s prior openness about their relationship, has made the case a point of interest for fans of country music and pop‑rap. It also highlights the challenges that public figures face when personal matters become media fodder.
As of now, no further developments have been reported. The divorce proceedings will likely continue over the coming months, and any settlement or custody decisions will be announced by the court.
The case underscores the broader trend of high‑profile couples navigating personal crises in the public eye, and it may influence how other celebrity relationships are managed and reported in the future.
The couple had been public about their relationship for years. Bunnie XO, a podcast host and founder of Dumb Blonde Productions, had previously spoken about the challenges they faced, including infidelity. In a memoir released months before the divorce, she described arguments and the affair that led to the filing. Bunnie also said publicly that she had “been through hell” and named the infidelity.
Jelly Roll, whose real name is Jason Bradley DeFord, has been in the public eye since 2003. He rose to mainstream prominence in 2022 with singles such as “Son of a Sinner.” He has two children from prior relationships: an 18‑year‑old daughter, Bailee Ann, and a 9‑year‑old son, Noah Buddy. The couple had also announced plans to welcome twins via in‑vitro fertilization.
The divorce has drawn attention from fans and media. Bailee Ann, Jelly Roll’s daughter, posted a TikTok video on the day of the news, calling the public response “crazy” and urging people to keep the matter private. The video was widely shared and sparked discussion about the family’s privacy.
Bunnie XO’s social media activity after the filing included a TikTok video lip‑syncing Nickelback’s “How You Remind Me.” The clip was posted a few days after the divorce filing and was interpreted by some as a response to the news. Additionally, rumors circulated that Bunnie had hugged Chad Kroeger in a TikTok video, but no confirmation has been provided.
In an interview on the Human School podcast, Jelly Roll said that cheating was “one of the worst moments” of his adult life. He also mentioned that he had been working on repairing the relationship, though the divorce filing indicates that the effort did not prevent the end of the marriage.
The divorce filing was filed in the state of Tennessee, where the couple resides. No settlement details or child‑custody arrangements have been released publicly. The case is expected to proceed through the court system, and both parties have not issued further statements.
The public nature of the divorce, combined with the couple’s prior openness about their relationship, has made the case a point of interest for fans of country music and pop‑rap. It also highlights the challenges that public figures face when personal matters become media fodder.
As of now, no further developments have been reported. The divorce proceedings will likely continue over the coming months, and any settlement or custody decisions will be announced by the court.
The case underscores the broader trend of high‑profile couples navigating personal crises in the public eye, and it may influence how other celebrity relationships are managed and reported in the future.
